Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

The Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) is an electronic arrival card required by the Immigration Department of Malaysia for all travelers entering the country. Complete it online before arrival for faster immigration processing.

Validity Period Valid for single entry

Entry Type Multiple entry

Processing Time 15 minutes

Key Requirements

Core requirements for the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) application.

1

Valid Passport

Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry into Malaysia.

2

Travel Details

Flight number, arrival and departure dates.

3

Accommodation Address

Hotel name or residential address in Malaysia.

4

Email Address

Valid email to receive your MDAC confirmation.

Key Information

Processing: 15 minutes

Validity: Valid for single entry

Document Type: Visa

Online Application: Available

Official Passport Guidelines

To ensure correct automatic optical reading by border control systems, your original travel document must precisely match the technical specifications described below.

Required Validity At least 6 months from arrival date

Counted from the scheduled day of entry.

Blank Pages At least 2 blank pages

Free pages needed for physical stamping.

Document Type Ordinary passport (not diplomatic/official)

Diplomatic or official passports may require different procedures.

Document Condition Good condition, no damage to bio page

The bio page must be legible and undamaged.

OCR READING ZONE VALIDATED OK

P<EXP<<SURNAME<<GIVEN<NAMES<<<<<<<<<<

1234567894EXP260101M3001015<<<<<<<<<<<

The two-line optical reading zone at the bottom of the passport must be free of light reflections or cuts.

Image Acceptance Criteria

To certify legitimacy at the border checkpoint, your facial portrait is subjected to automated chromatic balance and dimension validations. Follow these standards to guarantee direct validity.

Plain white (RGB 255, 255, 255) — no shadows or patterns.
Minimum 350 x 350 px minimum square dimensions.
Face and hair must occupy approximately 70% of the frame.
Neutral expression, eyes open, face centered, mouth closed, no head coverings unless for religious reasons.
Taken within last 6 months.

Technical File Requirements

ACCEPTED FORMAT JPEG (.jpg)

MINIMUM RESOLUTION 350 x 350 px minimum

MAXIMUM SIZE 10 MB

MAXIMUM AGE Taken within last 6 months

To avoid compression issues, our platform includes a free intelligent resizer that adapts the exact format instantly.

Supporting File Specifications

Depending on the purpose you selected, you must accompany the application with the following official documents.

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) Information only

Travel Information

Flight number, port of arrival, date and time of arrival, and port of last embarkation. Airlines may verify during check-in.

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) Information only

Accommodation Address

Full address of your first place of stay at destination — hotel, residence, or other accommodation details.

All Requirements for Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

1

Valid Passport

Passport valid for at least 6 months from date of entry into Malaysia.

2

Travel Details

Flight number, arrival and departure dates.

3

Accommodation Address

Hotel name or residential address in Malaysia.

4

Email Address

Valid email to receive your MDAC confirmation.

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Requirements for digital arrival card

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Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

Key Requirements

Key Information

Official Passport Guidelines

Image Acceptance Criteria

Supporting File Specifications

Travel Information

Accommodation Address

All Requirements for Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

Valid Passport

Travel Details

Accommodation Address

Email Address

Ready to apply?

Requirements for digital arrival card

Technical Verification Console

Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

Key Requirements

Key Information

Official Passport Guidelines

Image Acceptance Criteria

Supporting File Specifications

Travel Information

Accommodation Address

All Requirements for Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

Valid Passport

Travel Details

Accommodation Address

Email Address

Ready to apply?

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