Vietnam Visa for Malaysian Citizens: 30 Days Without a Visa
Vietnam visa for Malaysian citizens: no visa for stays up to 30 days. For longer trips the 90-day e-visa costs from $47 (approx. RM192). MYR prices, steps.
Malaysian passport holders do not need a visa for a stay of 30 days or less, so the Vietnam visa for Malaysian citizens only matters when you plan to stay longer. In that case the standard route is the e-visa, valid for up to 90 days and from $47 (approx. RM192) all-in through us. This page covers the 30-day rule, when an e-visa is needed, prices in ringgit, urgent cut-offs in Kuala Lumpur time, the steps, documents, visa on arrival and the embassy. You can apply for your e-visa with us in about ten minutes.
If you are checking whether a Malaysian needs a visa to Vietnam for a short trip, the answer is no. For a longer one, the clock matters: Vietnam is only one hour behind Malaysia, so an urgent e-visa ordered in the morning can arrive the same day.
Vietnam visa for Malaysians at a glance:
| Visa needed? | No, for 30 days or less |
| Longer stay | E-visa, up to 90 days, single or multiple entry |
| Price through us | From $47 (approx. RM192) single, $82 (approx. RM335) multiple |
| Same-day option | Order before 15:15 in Kuala Lumpur, delivered by 19:00 |
| Passport | Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages |
Do Malaysians need a visa for Vietnam?
No, not for 30 days or less. Malaysian citizens with an ordinary passport can enter Vietnam without a visa for a stay of up to 30 days, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs list published on June 30, 2025 and checked in October 2026.
You still need a valid passport and a ticket out. If your plan changes to more than 30 days, read the section on when Malaysians need a visa below.
How the 30-day exemption works
A Malaysian traveler needs a visa only when the stay goes past 30 days. The reason is a bilateral agreement that took effect on November 25, 2001.
The text, published by the Vietnamese embassy in Washington, says Malaysian and Vietnamese citizens need no entry visa to visit the other country for 30 days or less, whatever the passport type. The agreement does not say how the 30 days are counted or whether they can be extended, so plan the dates conservatively. Our page on Vietnam visa exemption rules lists every country covered.
When Malaysians need a visa for Vietnam
Whether travelers from Malaysia to Vietnam need a visa depends on the length of stay: they need a Vietnam e-visa for any stay longer than 30 days. Apply before you fly: the e-visa lets you stay up to 90 days, with single or multiple entry, under Law 23/2023/QH15.
Typical cases are a long working holiday, a family visit, a stretch of remote work from Da Nang or a trip that combines Vietnam with a longer overland route. A 90-day e-visa costs no more than a 30-day one through us, so a stay of 31 days and a stay of 90 days cost the same.
It is accepted at any of 79 border gates: 15 international airports, 26 land border gates and 38 seaports (as of October 2026).
Vietnam visa for Malaysian citizens: e-visa cost in MYR
A Vietnam e-visa costs $47 through us, about RM192, for a single entry at Standard speed, government fee included. The table gives every speed per person, slowest first, with an approximate ringgit figure.
Prices last updated: 2026-10-07. MYR at 1 USD = 4.0884 MYR (xe.com, October 8, 2026). Your card is charged in USD and your bank converts it.
| Speed | Single entry | Multiple entry |
|---|---|---|
| Standard, 5 to 7 working days | $47 (approx. RM192) | $82 (approx. RM335) |
| 3 working days | $69 (approx. RM282) | $98 (approx. RM401) |
| 2 working days | $92 (approx. RM376) | $116 (approx. RM474) |
| 1 working day | $99 (approx. RM405) | $123 (approx. RM503) |
| Same day | $118 (approx. RM482) | $150 (approx. RM613) |
| Super Urgent | $169 (approx. RM691) | $212 (approx. RM867) |
| Emergency | $260 (approx. RM1,063) | $285 (approx. RM1,165) |
| Weekend and public holidays | $250 (approx. RM1,022) | $280 (approx. RM1,145) |
We refund 100% if the e-visa is refused, unless the application had false information, or if it arrives after the delivery time shown at checkout. On evisa.gov.vn the government fee alone is US$25 (approx. RM102), not refunded on refusal. Our full price table breaks down each price.
Urgent cut-offs in Malaysia time
Standard takes 5 to 7 working days. The urgent speeds use Vietnamese working days, which start at 8:00 in Vietnam, 9:00 in Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia does not change its clocks, so the table below holds all year.
| Order cut-off | Kuala Lumpur time |
|---|---|
| Same day (Vietnam 14:15) | 15:15 |
| Super Urgent (Vietnam 15:30) | 16:30 |
| Emergency (Vietnam 17:30) | 18:30 |
| 1 working day (Vietnam 18:00) | 19:00 |
Example: you order on a Tuesday at 8:30 in Kuala Lumpur, before the Vietnamese working day starts. Emergency arrives by 10:30, Super Urgent by 12:00 and Same day by 15:00. Ordered at 10:00 instead, Emergency arrives by 11:30, Super Urgent by 12:30 and Same day by 19:00. Our urgent e-visa page has every speed in Vietnam time.
How to apply from Malaysia
The route from Malaysia to a Vietnam visa is an online application, in three steps with us:
- Enter your details: Passport, travel dates, the airport or border gate you will use and your speed.
- Pay and add files: Pay by card, then upload your passport data page and a recent photo, straight away or later.
- Receive the e-visa: We check everything, submit it and email you the approved PDF.
You can also apply yourself on evisa.gov.vn with the same details. Our guide on how to apply walks through both, and how to apply from Malaysia covers when a visa is needed, timing and payment.
Vietnam visa requirements for Malaysian citizens
For the e-visa, the requirements for Malaysian citizens match those for every applicant:
- Malaysian passport: Valid for at least 6 months from your entry date, with two blank pages.
- Passport data page: Full page in the frame, no glare on the code lines at the bottom.
- Portrait: Recent, facing forward, white background, no glasses.
- Trip details: Arrival and departure dates, entry and exit gates, first accommodation address.
- Card: Debit or credit card that works for overseas online payments.
Photo examples and the full checklist are on our e-visa requirements page.
Vietnam visa on arrival for Malaysians
Malaysians have little reason to use visa on arrival: a stay of 30 days or less needs no visa, and a longer one is simpler with an e-visa.
Visa on arrival works only at Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang and Cam Ranh, with an approval letter obtained before you board and a $25 or $50 stamping fee at the airport.
If you want to compare the options, you can choose a service.
Vietnam embassy in Malaysia
Vietnam has an embassy in Malaysia, but you do not need it for an e-visa, which is issued online, or for a stay of 30 days or less. It handles passport-sticker visas for special-purpose stays; details are on our page about the Vietnam embassy in Malaysia.
Tips for Malaysian travelers
Two timing points come up for Malaysians who order an e-visa: how a weekend order is handled, and what Vietnamese public holidays do to the speeds.
Ordering on a weekend in Malaysia
Our weekend window runs from Friday 18:00 to Sunday 16:00 Vietnam time, which is Friday 19:00 to Sunday 17:00 in Kuala Lumpur.
Order the Weekend and public holidays speed on a Saturday before 16:20 Kuala Lumpur time and the e-visa arrives by 19:30 the same day. Our page on the weekend and holiday e-visa covers this in detail.
Vietnamese public holidays
Vietnamese public holidays are not working days, so working-day speeds pause and only the Weekend and public holidays speed runs. The longest closure is Lunar New Year (Tet), usually in late January or February. If you fly around Tet for more than 30 days, order well before the holiday starts.
eVisaVietnam.com is a private visa service operated by TK VIET NAM., JSC, not the Vietnamese government. You can apply yourself at evisa.gov.vn for US$25. If you want your files checked and a delivery time backed by a full refund, apply for your e-visa with us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Malaysian need a visa to Vietnam?
No, for 30 days or less. Malaysian citizens with an ordinary passport can enter without a visa under a bilateral agreement. For a longer stay, apply for an e-visa before you travel.
Do Malaysians need a visa to Vietnam for a stay of 40 days?
Yes. The 30-day rule ends at day 30, so apply for an e-visa before you fly. It is valid for up to 90 days, single or multiple entry, and you apply for it online before you fly.
How much is the Vietnam government fee in ringgit?
On evisa.gov.vn the government fee is US$25 (approx. RM102) for single entry and US$50 (approx. RM204) for multiple entry, charged in US dollars. It is not refunded if the e-visa is refused.
Can I get a Vietnam visa today in Kuala Lumpur?
Yes, on a Vietnamese working day. Order Same day before 15:15 Kuala Lumpur time for delivery by 19:00, or Emergency before 18:30 for delivery 1.5 working hours later. On weekends, use the Weekend and public holidays speed.
