Malaysia Entry Guide 2026
Canada 🇨🇦 Malaysia 🇲🇾
Canada to Malaysia Visa Guide
Official 2026 immigration protocols for Canadian citizens. From 90-day visa-free social visits to the newly revised Employment Pass salary thresholds.
| Travel Path | Stay Limit | Purpose | 2026 Key Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Visit | 90 Days | Tourism / Business | MDAC (Mandatory) |
| Student Pass | Course Length | Academic Studies | eVAL Approval |
| Employment Pass | Up to 10 Years | Skilled Work | RM 10,000+ Salary |
1. Tourism & Social Visits Visa-Free
Canadian citizens holding a valid passport do not require a visa for social or business visits up to 90 days.
- MDAC Mandate: Effective from 2024, you MUST complete the **Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)** online within 3 days before arrival.
- Passport Validity: Your Canadian passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
- Autogate Eligibility: Canadians are eligible to use **Autogate** facilities at KLIA for faster immigration clearance after their first manual verification.
- Onward Ticket: You must have proof of a return or onward ticket and sufficient funds for your stay.
2. Study in Malaysia (Student Pass) eVAL Required
Required for any Canadian student enrolled in a full-time academic course longer than 90 days.
- eVAL: You must receive your Electronic Visa Approval Letter (eVAL) from **Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS)** before traveling.
- Cost: Total processing fees (including insurance and medical) average **USD 400 - 750** annually.
- Medical Check-Up: A post-arrival medical screening within 7 days is mandatory at an EMGS-registered clinic.
- Work Rights: Students can work up to 20 hours per week, but only during semester breaks or holidays longer than 7 days.
3. Employment Pass (EP) New Salary Caps
Malaysia has updated the minimum salary requirements for foreign professionals, effective June 1, 2026.
- Category I: Minimum salary has increased to **RM 20,000** and above (previously RM 10k).
- Category II: Revised salary threshold is **RM 10,000 to RM 19,999**.
- Category III: Minimum salary is now **RM 5,000 to RM 9,999** (previously RM 3k).
- Processing: Employment passes must be applied for by your Malaysian employer via the **ESD (Expatriate Services Division)** portal.
4. Border Security & Customs Strict
Malaysia maintains very strict laws on currency and prohibited items.
- Currency: You must declare any cash or monetary instruments exceeding **$10,000 USD** (or equivalent).
- Drug Laws: Malaysia has extremely severe penalties for drug trafficking, including the death penalty.
- Restricted Items: Possession and import of vapes or e-cigarettes can lead to fines or seizure.
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