Last updated 2026-05-18
Long-term social visit visa to Malaysia
Social visit pass, LTSVP
Travel purpose:
Residence permit
, long stay
, other
, medical reasons
Visa overview
Allows foreign nationals to stay in Malaysia for a period of more than 6 months. The Malaysian citizen/EP holder/patient has to submit the application along with the required documents to the Immigration Department or an Immigration Office in Malaysia prior to the arrival of the foreign national. The Immigration Department issues the visa approval letter, which allows applying for a visa (known as visa with reference). All travelers need to complete and submit MDAC within 3 days before arrival.
Visa validity period
3 months
Consular fee
RM 20 (~$6)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Malaysian spouse visa
Eligible individuals
Spouse of a Malaysian citizen, family
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
5 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
RM 20 (~$6)
Family visa for employment pass holder
Eligible individuals
Family of EP holder, unmarried partner, parent, adult child
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
Individually
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
RM 20 (~$6)
Long-term medical visa
Eligible individuals
Patient, requiring treatment, accompanying
Visa validity period:
3 months
Duration of stay:
5 years
Number of entries:
single-entry
Consular fee:
RM 20 (~$6)