Do Israeli citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
The official link goes to imi.gov.my. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel. This row comes from a reputable source NUM hasn’t yet confirmed on the official page.
Malaysia entry rules for Israeli citizens.
| Verdict | Not admitted |
|---|---|
| Document | Special approval from Malaysia's Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Checked | From a reputable source, not yet verified on the official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for an Israeli passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Malaysia entry requirements.
Skip the form. $4.99 a traveller.
A NUM person files the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card on imigresen-online.imi.gov.my for everyone in your group. NUM’s fee is $4.99 and the form itself is free. You answer any eligibility questions yourself, the decision goes to your own email, and your passport details are deleted the moment it’s filed. NUM isn’t the government and can’t promise approval.
The details for an Israeli passport.
Israeli passport holders are generally refused entry and transit; any entry needs prior approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs plus a visa. Israelis are also barred from MM2H.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond arrival (US, UK, Irish and German advice). You must exit on the same passport you entered with. Irish passport cards and German ID cards are not accepted.
Recent changes in Malaysia.
- 2025-07-17 — China-Malaysia mutual visa exemption took effect: 30 days per stay, max 90 days in any 180, for PRC and Malaysian ordinary passports.
- 2025 — Visa exemption for Indian nationals (30 days) runs until 31 Dec 2026.
The short answers.
Do Israeli citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Israeli citizens are not normally admitted to Malaysia on a Israeli passport. Check the official rules.
Where do Israeli citizens apply?
On the official site, imi.gov.my. NUM links it and never charges for the link. If you’d rather not do the form, NUM can file it for you for $4.99 a traveller.
Does NUM issue Malaysia visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.