Asia

Malaysia: MDAC (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card)

What to prepare

  • Passport for every traveller
  • Flight or vessel number
  • Address of the first accommodation
  • Email address and phone number
  • Baggage and customs information

How to complete MDAC for Malaysia

The original field name appears first, followed by its meaning and a practical completion tip.

Form field

Name

MeaningFull name
How to fill it

Enter the full name exactly as printed in the passport, preserving the spelling and order of every name.

Form field

Passport No.

MeaningPassport number
How to fill it

Enter the passport number without spaces or additional symbols.

Form field

Nationality / Citizenship

MeaningNationality or citizenship
How to fill it

Select the nationality stated in the passport used for this trip.

Form field

Date of Birth

MeaningDate of birth
How to fill it

Enter the date of birth in DD/MM/YYYY format.

Form field

Place of Birth

MeaningPlace of birth
How to fill it

Select the place of birth that corresponds to the passport details.

Form field

Sex

MeaningSex
How to fill it

Select the value that matches the passport.

Form field

Date of Passport Expiry

MeaningPassport expiry date
How to fill it

Enter the passport expiry date in DD/MM/YYYY format.

Form field

Email Address

MeaningEmail address
How to fill it

Enter an active email address that you can access, as the MDAC confirmation may be sent there.

Form field

Confirm Email Address

MeaningConfirm email address
How to fill it

Enter the same email address again without differences or extra spaces.

Form field

Country / Region Code

MeaningTelephone country or region code
How to fill it

Select the international calling code for your mobile number.

Form field

Mobile No.

MeaningMobile number
How to fill it

Enter the number without the separately selected country code, spaces or brackets unless the form indicates otherwise.

Form field

Date of Arrival

MeaningArrival date
How to fill it

Enter the date in DD/MM/YYYY format. The form states that the trip must begin within 3 days, including the submission date.

Form field

Mode of Travel

MeaningMode of travel
How to fill it

Select the actual way in which you will cross the Malaysian border: air, sea or land transport.

Form field

Date of Departure

MeaningDeparture date
How to fill it

Enter the planned date of departure from Malaysia in DD/MM/YYYY format.

Form field

Last Port of Embarkation before Malaysia

MeaningLast embarkation point before Malaysia
How to fill it

Select the country or point from which you travel directly to Malaysia. After a connection, use the final airport, port or land checkpoint before Malaysia.

Form field

Flight / Vessel / Transportation No.

MeaningFlight, vessel or transport number
How to fill it

Enter the service on which you directly enter Malaysia. For a connecting itinerary, use the final flight into Malaysia.

Form field

Accommodation of Stay

MeaningAccommodation type
How to fill it

Choose HOTEL/MOTEL/REST HOUSE for commercial accommodation, RESIDENCE OF FRIENDS/RELATIVES when staying with a host, or OTHERS for another arrangement.

Form field

Address (In Malaysia)

MeaningAddress in Malaysia
How to fill it

Enter the address of the first accommodation in Malaysia. The form requests alphanumeric characters only and provides two address lines.

Form field

State

MeaningState or federal territory
How to fill it

Choose JOHOR, KEDAH, KELANTAN, MELAKA, NEGERI SEMBILAN, PAHANG, PULAU PINANG, PERAK, PERLIS, SELANGOR, TERENGGANU, SABAH, SARAWAK, WP KUALA LUMPUR, WP LABUAN or WP PUTRAJAYA according to the address. Use WP KUALA LUMPUR for Kuala Lumpur, PULAU PINANG for Penang and KEDAH for Langkawi.

Form field

City

MeaningCity
How to fill it

After selecting the state, choose the city that matches the accommodation address.

Form field

Postcode

MeaningPostcode
How to fill it

Enter the postcode for the Malaysian address. It is normally available in the booking confirmation or directly from the host.

After submission

Save the QR code, PDF or confirmation number on your phone. Check your name, passport number and arrival date.

Common mistakes

Wrong arrival flight number

Enter the final flight that arrives in your destination country, not the first flight in your itinerary.

Details do not match the passport

Copy names, document numbers and dates exactly as shown in the passport, using the required writing system.

Submitting outside the filing window

Check the permitted filing window for the destination and do not submit the form too early.

Using an intermediary website

Compare the portal address with the official link before entering your details, as third-party services may charge extra fees.

Questions and answers

Do tourists need the Malaysia arrival card?

For a standard tourist trip, complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival. Use the official portal and save the confirmation on your phone.

When should the Malaysia arrival card be submitted?

The recommended filing window is within 3 days before arrival. Recheck the timing on the official portal before travel.

Does each child need a form?

Entry details are generally required for every traveller, including children. Check whether the official portal lets a parent add family members to one submission.

Should the confirmation be printed?

Save the QR code, PDF or reference number on your phone. Print it as well when the official instructions request a paper copy.

Can an error be corrected after submission?

Editing options depend on the portal. If no edit function is available, a new submission with correct details is usually required.

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