How long you can stay, by passport
| Passport | Stay | Details |
|---|---|---|
 EU, EEA or Swiss passport | 90 days per entry | Visa-free for up to 90 days per entry for most EU passports. Submit the MDAC arrival card within 3 days before arrival. |
 UK, Canadian, Australian or NZ passport | 90 days per entry | Visa-free for up to 90 days per entry. Submit the MDAC arrival card within 3 days before arrival. |
 US passport | 90 days per entry | Visa-free for up to 90 days per entry. Submit the MDAC arrival card within 3 days before arrival. |
 Indian passport | 30 days visa-free | Visa-free for up to 30 days (tourism, business, social, transit) until 31 Dec 2026. Needs return ticket, hotel booking and MDAC. Check for renewal after 2026. |
Counted in a calendar year.
Noverstay counts the day you arrive and the day you leave as full days.
Tax residency in Malaysia
Resident with 182 days or more in a calendar (basis) year. Shorter stays can count if linked to 182 consecutive days across years, or via 90-day tests over prior years.
How Noverstay keeps you inside the limit
The app logs the country you wake up in, even when it’s closed, and counts every rule above for your passport. It tells you the date you must leave by and reminds you 14 days before. Plan a trip first and it shows every limit it touches.
Questions
How long can a US citizen stay in Malaysia?
90 days per entry. Visa-free for up to 90 days per entry. Submit the MDAC arrival card within 3 days before arrival.
How long can British citizens stay in Malaysia?
90 days per entry. Visa-free for up to 90 days per entry. Submit the MDAC arrival card within 3 days before arrival.
How long can EU citizens stay in Malaysia?
90 days per entry. Visa-free for up to 90 days per entry for most EU passports. Submit the MDAC arrival card within 3 days before arrival.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Malaysia?
30 days visa-free. Visa-free for up to 30 days (tourism, business, social, transit) until 31 Dec 2026. Needs return ticket, hotel booking and MDAC. Check for renewal after 2026.
When do you become a tax resident in Malaysia?
You become tax resident after 182 days in a calendar year. Resident with 182 days or more in a calendar (basis) year. Shorter stays can count if linked to 182 consecutive days across years, or via 90-day tests over prior years.
Can Noverstay count my days in Malaysia automatically?
Yes. The Noverstay app logs the country you’re in each day, also when it’s closed, and reminds you before your visa or tax limit. Only the country, city and date are stored.
Official sources
Rules change often. This page is not legal or tax advice. Check the official source or a qualified adviser before you rely on a count.