Latest: The Immigration Department of Malaysia require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. Travellers can still fill out the digital card once they get to Malaysia until 31st Dec. From 2024 January 1st, it will be compulsory to do so, within three days before arrival. www.therfiles.com/how-to-complete-and-submit-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac/ Except: 1. Those transiting/transferring through Malaysia (it says Singapore on the website, but maybe it should be Malaysia?) without seeking immigration clearance; and 2. Malaysia Permanent Resident and long term pass holders 3. Singaporeans 4. Those with Brunei common identification certificates and Brunei Malaysia Frequent Traveller Facility, holders of Thai border passes and Indonesian Cross-Border passes, diplomatic passport holders
I was a few months ago in Malaysia for the first time and i could use the autogate immediately without going to the manual immigration counter i have a bosnian passport (i was surprised that i had no problems because usually my passport is not recognized by any of those automatic systems)
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Hi gave nice information , my flight will fly from delhi (india) airport on 1 st april 2024 at 11 pm & will reach to malaysia on 2 nd april at 6:55 am , so which which date should i select in mdac form in date of arrival field 1 st april or 2 nd april ??
No matter how I click, I cannot get the date selection box to come up, so I cannot fill any date. Already allowed trackers, ads, pop-ups,... Tried different browsers, it just doesn't want to work. Somebody has any ideas left?
They disabled the date on purpose because their system currently is not able to register new MDAC applicants. To save the hassle they have chosen this path. The shortcoming is that those who were previously authorised cannot register for MDAC. My speculation.
The Google Bard (AI) is able to analyse source code of that page and it sort of confirms my suspicion that they disabled the dates on purpose. >> I analyzed the source code of the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) form and found the following issue: The dateOfBirth and dateOfPassportExpiry input fields are using the type="text" HTML attribute, which means that they are treated as text fields by the browser. This prevents the user from selecting a date from a calendar. To fix this issue, the type attribute of these input fields should be changed to type="date". This will tell the browser to treat these fields as date fields, and the user will be able to select a date from a calendar. Here is the code that needs to be changed: The code should be changed to: Once this change is made, the user will be able to select a date from a calendar in the dateOfBirth and dateOfPassportExpiry input fields. I hope this helps!
Hi 1. I am confused with the Date of Arrival and Date of Departure. Is the departure date the EXPECTED date I am planning to come back to Singapore? What about indefinite stays? Will it cause issues? Thanks 2. Do I have to fill the same form again upon exiting (coming back to Singapore) to use the e-gates? Thanks
Hi, you can't stay indefinitely if your visa/ pass doesn't allow you to. So you have to enter the date of departure. You don't have to fill the form again upon exiting.
@@theresearchfiles hi team...there is question Departure date is on 22nd may night and arrival date is on 23rd may...but there is no option on 22 what shall i do...any problem occurs if i put 23 itself
@@theresearchfiles What if I use the arrival and departure date the same? How can I change if I submitted already. Example i put Sept 8 as arrival and departure because I thought departure from origin
Two quick questions, please and thanks for your really helpful video. 🌻🌞 It says to fill out within three days before arrival so does that mean it has to be exactly 3 days before arrival or can I fill it out one week before arrival? I am staying three days in Japan before flying on to Malaysia so if it has to be exactly 3 days before then I would have to use the computer at the hotel I suppose.? Do I understand correctly that now all tourist such as one from United States must fill out the MDAC even if they don’t use the electronic gates?
Hi, it can be filled within 3 days before including the day of submission, anytime within the 3 days. You can use a device such as tablet, phone, computer with internet access. Yes foreigners must fill out the MDAC even if they don't use the e-gates.
Hi, Thank you for the information on MDAC. However, my question is, my flight is connecting flight which is from India to KL via Thailand. So, what should I mention in last port of embarkation?
Hi there, thanks for supporting. I arrive in Malaysia on the 27th of Jun 2024. Now it's the 25th of Jun and I couldn't select the date 27th of Jun (arrival date), Which is so weird! What should I do? only the 25th and 26th are lighted to be selected from but not the 27th.? Please help
Thank you for the info. So even as a group we need to fill it one by one? Not one MDAC per group, correct? Even children and baby need to be registered?
Hey . Iam traveling from thailand to india . Inbetwen i have change of flight and layover of 5 hours In mdac form what should i put for place of stay ,addreess, state and pincode
Hi, Do we have to fill it up even though we do not want to use the e-gate? Then, subsequent usage of the e-gate, do we need to fill up the MDAC each time? TIA
Oh the latest, As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. Not only for usage of e-gate. facebook.com/imigresen/posts/pfbid0fueu9FyxUESwoJULumJCv4Z67wZ2xJH7kb9pjECzvDdTQi1AaT4h5awXWnwV2YXCl
Hi, Thank you for the information on MDAC. However, my question is, my flight is connecting flight which is from India to KL via Thailand. So, what should I mention in last port of embarkation? Also, in flight no. which flight no. to mention. India to Thailand flight no. or thailand to KL flight no.?
Hi the departure date should be the same as your return ticket departure date. As currently the MDAC cannot be edited, you should ask the immigration officer any inquiries you have.
Hi,I'm planning a vacation to Malaysia in December 2023 on the 18th. but i am confused whether i have to register my children aged 12,8,6,4 years old too. Can we just use 1 email for 1 family registration thank you
Thank you for this video. One question though. I'm going to visit Malaysia on Dec 5 and dec 6 im going to Singapore and the next day will be back to malaysia again until december 9. Should i file MDAC twice? or i can file my MDAC from 5-9 visit?
Hi , my flight to malaysia is booked & i will come to malasia on 1 st april 2024, so should i register my details before 29 march , i mean 3 days before coming to malaysia ?? Pls reply
Sir meri malaysia ki flight 20march ko rat ko 11:30 bje hai yani 21 march ko subah malaysia pahuchunga. Toh pre-arrival form mai date of arrival mai kya dalu 20 march ya 21 march😢😅😂😂
1. "Last Port of Embarkation", if I am an Indonesian going to Malaysia and returning to Indonesia and then leaving for Malaysia again, do I have to fill in "Indonesia"?? 2. and can I fill it on the day of my departure right away?
Hi, 1. You have to fill MDAC each trip to Malaysia to use the eGate. If you travel from Indonesia, yes, fill in Indonesia. 2. Yes, you can fill it within 3 days before
Hi @@theresearchfilesJust want to ask, what if we change our visiting schedule like for example I'm Indonesian and i need to back to my country as soon as possible will I be able to Change/Edit the MDAC? Thanks In Advance 🙏
Hi, As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. Except: 1. Those transiting/transferring through Malaysia without seeking immigration clearance; and 2. Malaysia Permanent Resident 3. Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS) Holder
Hi am landing Kuala Lumpur on 28 th morning. When should i fill MDAC WHEN I tried TO FILL ON 25 TH NOVEMBER It only showing 26.27 and 28 on the calender..
@@theresearchfiles I'm within the 3 days but the calendar is only showing 2 days ( 5 and 6 December) and I'm arriving 7 December.. what should I do ? Today is already 5 December
hello thanks for the video I'm going to Malaysia as a tourist using the online arrival card I don't need to fill out that form they give you on the plane?
Hi, I know that the MDAC is submitted to use the autogate to enter Malaysia. However I am unsure if it replaces the paper form. The process is still unclear.
I'll be visiting malaysia, spend a few days and then fly out of malaysia to Thailand for a few days. After that I'll be flying back to Malaysia to spend few more weeks before heading home. Do I have to apply MDAC twice?
I have reservations at Doubleline in KL on Jan 11th and traveling on the 1Oth over night but will be traveling FROM A RURAL area in India with no computers. so I will need to buy a airline ticket 3 days before ???? to give them information????
Hi, I am flying from Rome to KL with 2 hours layover in Istanbul, without going through the immigration. So, my last port of embarkation should be Rome, but which flight number should I submit? Rome - Istanbul or Istanbul - KL? Is it correct if the last port of embarkation and flight number don't match?
Hi, I’m planning to travel around in Malaysia after arriving in Kuala Lumpur. How am I supposed to fill out the MDAC since it only allows me to enter one state with one address at a time?
Hi! I'm very confused now. I will arrive in Malaysia on January 24. When will I submit the MDAC?? They said 3 days before the arrival including the date of submission.
@@theresearchfilesAccording to MDAC the only selection date is JANUARY 22 AND JANUARY 23. What date will I choose?? January 24 is our arrival date in Malaysia.
Hi. If l fly from Manchester to Malaysia with transit in Abu Dhabi in between, what do l fill in for last port of embarkation- Manchester or Abu Dhabi ?
Hi, I’m an an international student studying in malaysia, every year my visa is renewed in malaysia, I don’t have to go back, it’s not necessary so do i have to fill out MDAC too or not? P.S: there’s no specific date of return, we’re not required to return back to our home country until our degree finishes, so I’m confused about the return part!
@@denisehoshor5298 Hi, all foreign nationals travelling to Malaysia have to submit the MDAC, except Singaporeans (Singapore passport holder), and other exempted individuals. www.therfiles.com/entry-requirements-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac/
Hey am going to Malaysia in November but I have a Gambia passport and do I need to apply for the card and what document do I need to take to the airport
Hi, yes foreign travellers have to submit MDAC. Yellow Fever certificate is required to be produced upon landing in Malaysia. Source: www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/visa/visa-requirement-by-country/
Hi I'm Singaporean. Now that Singapore is exempt from filling in MDAC, does it mean we skip to Step 2? All Singaporeans need to do from 1 Jan 2024 is go through manual immigration, get passport stamped and enrolled in egate system. Exit Malaysia through manual immigration. Subsequent visits, we can start using egate. Is this how it works for Singaporeans?
Hi, You are now eligible to use the e-gate (autogate) for departure after successful first time registration. www.therfiles.com/how-to-complete-and-submit-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac/
It's for Long-Term Pass holders and passport holders of certain countries. You can check your e-gate eligibility here: imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/egate.
Visa is the permission for visitor to stay in a country for specified period of time. The arrival card is used by the authorities to obtain information about an incoming passenger not provided in the passport (such as where they will be staying, purpose of the visit, etc.) and to provide a record of a person's entry into the country.
You will be allowed to stay in Malaysia as long as your pass permits. Usually the departure date should be the same as the departure date on your return ticket.
@@yoshitania6376 hi I don't have an official answer but if you're allowed in without a return ticket, I guess you can put an estimate date, as long as it's not more than the duration allowed.
Hiya 😅. I am flying to Kuala Lumpur terminal 1 in January from Abu Dhabi and have a transfer the same day to Thailand in terminal 2. I will need to clear immigration. How do I fill out the form when you must put address in Malaysia? It won't let you proceed without address but I'm only there 6 hours. Thank you so much
@@theresearchfileshi Iam travelling to bali via connecting flight to Kualalumpur…the duration of layover is 4 hours..I will be in airport only…how Iam supposed to fill MDAC
Hi, I have just my given name on passport(without surname) so shall I be using that only while filling the form or should I fill as it's done for booking tickets using given name as surname?
Hello , what if i don't have the date of departure? Because i'm going for medical checkup and surgery, then we will be waiting for the date of surgery after the checkup result.
Hey, I can't pick my arrival date it is greyed out! I'll try again tomorrow, do I need to print it once filled or it is fine without? Finally, the embassy of Malaysia says its a requirement to fill it out but I have seen others say it isn't....I'm so confused, please help!
We are from India , planning to visit Singapore. We have plan to go to legoland Malaysia as a day trip from Singapore by car. We will be having only Singapore visa. Should I need to fill MDAC 3 days prior to arrival and which address to mention as we don't have plan to stay in Malaysia. We will be coming back on the same day. Please help
Hi I am from India.We are planning to visit Singapore and Malaysia during April 2024.Our first visit will be from india to Singapore. After the Singapore visit we are leaving to Langkavi .After staying in Langkavi for 3 days we will leave for Kuala Lumpur. So our last destination is Kuala Lumpur. 1)In this case, which address I have to give in the mdac form . Is it the Langakavi hotel address or Last destination Kuala Lumpur hotel address as in the form we could see the address as mandatory? 2)what will be the port of Embarkation- is it India or Singapore? Please help on this
Hi Those who have a work permit for Malaysia, will they also have to fill this form Return time ? If they have to fill it, then what will be the departure date mentioned in it?
I have one doubt im going to Malaysia my departure date is December 16 and return date january 13...date of arrival and date of departure in mdac form what date i enter
Hello I am travelling form Pakistan to Malaysia by a layover in Abudhabi What will be my lasy port of embarkation?Pakistan or Abudabi? And my arrival date is 10 (can't select from calendar). Can i select 9 ?
hi, I don't have an official answer for you. Some say it's the last country you exited through immigration before coming to Malaysia. Others think it is the last airport from where you will be flying to Malaysia. I think it's the former. www.tripadvisor.com.my/ShowTopic-g293951-i7006-k14361061-o10-Last_Port_of_Embarkation_in_MDAC-Malaysia.html
Hello i have a doubt regarding mdac ...what should be filled if i have booked 2 hotels ...first one only for 1 day while arriving malaysia ,then 4 days in another hotel ..its because due to of change of dates...so which hotel address has to filled in the mdac form..1st hotel or 2nd hotel address Thx in advance 😊
Hi the instructions are still not very clear yet. Maybe have to wait for more info. mm2h is not permanent resident, so I am not sure. As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. Not only for usage of e-gate. Except: 1. Those transiting/transferring through Malaysia (it says Singapore on the website, but maybe it should be Malaysia?) without seeking immigration clearance; and 2. Malaysia Permanent Resident 3. Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS) Holder
You have to fill it if you plan to use the autogate (for certain countries), otherwise you can either fill the digital or the manual arrival card. more info: www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/syarat-kemasukan-ke-malaysia-en/
Hii, Im an indonesian living in singapore and i am traveling to malaysia by car. How can i reschedule or extend my date of departure after submitting MDAC as i am not sure when i will be back. Thanks
Hi i am a singaporean planning to go to JB on monday using counter 1 meant for senior citizen as i am one do i still need to do the MDAC as i am not using e gate plsdo reply tq
Hi, As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. I believe it is for every foreigner, even those not using e-gate.
Hi, yes you can. I think you can use one email for dependents like children or parents. It is always good to register the individual's email address for tracking purpose.
My friend was already in malaysia before this implementation and she plans to visit singapore for 2 days, can she submit the mdac before leaving malaysia? Or does she have to fill it out after officially leaving?
@@theresearchfiles doesn't the policy say every subsequent visit the mdac is required? What I'm concerned is that they might not accept her mdac hypothetically because she hasn't left malaysia yet and she already has an mdac in the system, or does the 'within 3 days prior' condition hypothetically mean she can fill it out when shes in queue for the immigration gate?
@@wenbin9554 Hi, the second part of this video is meant for those who wish to use the e-gate. Then yes MDAC is compulsary. If she is not gonna use the e-gate, she may not need it, if she is already in the country. Visitor will have to fill it up 3 days prior to arrival in Malaysia, but she is already in Malaysia before the implementation. I am not so sure. There is a grace period until end of the year, yes she can still fill it out at the queue for now.
I will travelling from India to Australia with only a 3 hr layover at Malaysia International airport, terminal 2. Do I need to fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival card for this transit?.. Thanks
Latest: The Immigration Department of Malaysia require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. Travellers can still fill out the digital card once they get to Malaysia until 31st Dec. From 2024 January 1st, it will be compulsory to do so, within three days before arrival.
www.therfiles.com/how-to-complete-and-submit-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac/
Except:
1. Those transiting/transferring through Malaysia (it says Singapore on the website, but maybe it should be Malaysia?) without seeking immigration clearance; and
2. Malaysia Permanent Resident and long term pass holders
3. Singaporeans
4. Those with Brunei common identification certificates and Brunei Malaysia Frequent Traveller Facility, holders of Thai border passes and Indonesian Cross-Border passes, diplomatic passport holders
Thank u for the info
How about EP Pass Holder? Are they also need fill MDAC? It’s only mentioned Malaysia PR.
@@bayuajiprayogo1506 Currently it says PR, let's wait for more info.
Thank you for information
@@bayuajiprayogo1506 The Home Minister announced that long term pass holders are exempted. EP pass holder is exempted.
It's ok now, the MDAC form functions normally and date can be selected.
I was a few months ago in Malaysia for the first time and i could use the autogate immediately without going to the manual immigration counter i have a bosnian passport (i was surprised that i had no problems because usually my passport is not recognized by any of those automatic systems)
Good to know!
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The departure date is the date when you intend to leave that country
Hi gave nice information , my flight will fly from delhi (india) airport on 1 st april 2024 at 11 pm & will reach to malaysia on 2 nd april at 6:55 am , so which which date should i select in mdac form in date of arrival field 1 st april or 2 nd april ??
Hi, The arrival date is the date you reach Malaysia
@@theresearchfiles thanks ♥️♥️
No matter how I click, I cannot get the date selection box to come up, so I cannot fill any date. Already allowed trackers, ads, pop-ups,... Tried different browsers, it just doesn't want to work. Somebody has any ideas left?
Looks like there's an issue with the page, previously I could get the date menu but not today. Hope they fix it quick.
Same. Still not working
date field not working...omg why is this registration so hard ???
They disabled the date on purpose because their system currently is not able to register new MDAC applicants. To save the hassle they have chosen this path. The shortcoming is that those who were previously authorised cannot register for MDAC. My speculation.
The Google Bard (AI) is able to analyse source code of that page and it sort of confirms my suspicion that they disabled the dates on purpose.
>>
I analyzed the source code of the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) form and found the following issue:
The dateOfBirth and dateOfPassportExpiry input fields are using the type="text" HTML attribute, which means that they are treated as text fields by the browser. This prevents the user from selecting a date from a calendar.
To fix this issue, the type attribute of these input fields should be changed to type="date". This will tell the browser to treat these fields as date fields, and the user will be able to select a date from a calendar.
Here is the code that needs to be changed:
The code should be changed to:
Once this change is made, the user will be able to select a date from a calendar in the dateOfBirth and dateOfPassportExpiry input fields.
I hope this helps!
Wow exceptionally clear description, btw if i am not landing at KL air port, i don't need to fill in MDAC. Am i correct?
Hi, actually it is required for all entry points
same problem date cannot be fill,year born also cannot fill
Have issues filling up date cannot be entered calender does not pop out
It's ok now, the page functions normally and date can be selected.
can yousendmethelink
Hi
1. I am confused with the Date of Arrival and Date of Departure.
Is the departure date the EXPECTED date I am planning to come back to Singapore? What about indefinite stays? Will it cause issues? Thanks
2. Do I have to fill the same form again upon exiting (coming back to Singapore) to use the e-gates? Thanks
Hi, you can't stay indefinitely if your visa/ pass doesn't allow you to. So you have to enter the date of departure.
You don't have to fill the form again upon exiting.
exceptionally clear description, Wow!
@@theresearchfiles hi team...there is question Departure date is on 22nd may night and arrival date is on 23rd may...but there is no option on 22 what shall i do...any problem occurs if i put 23 itself
@@nazneen51 Hi Departure date is the date you plan to leave Malaysia
@@theresearchfiles What if I use the arrival and departure date the same? How can I change if I submitted already. Example i put Sept 8 as arrival and departure because I thought departure from origin
Two quick questions, please and thanks for your really helpful video. 🌻🌞
It says to fill out within three days before arrival so does that mean it has to be exactly 3 days before arrival or can I fill it out one week before arrival? I am staying three days in Japan before flying on to Malaysia so if it has to be exactly 3 days before then I would have to use the computer at the hotel I suppose.?
Do I understand correctly that now all tourist such as one from United States must fill out the MDAC even if they don’t use the electronic gates?
Hi, it can be filled within 3 days before including the day of submission, anytime within the 3 days.
You can use a device such as tablet, phone, computer with internet access.
Yes foreigners must fill out the MDAC even if they don't use the e-gates.
Hi,
Thank you for the information on MDAC.
However, my question is, my flight is connecting flight which is from India to KL via Thailand. So, what should I mention in last port of embarkation?
Hi, if you are going through immigration in Thailand, then it is Thailand. if not, it's India.
@@theresearchfiles not immigration. just 5 hrs layover and will be in transit area.
@@theresearchfiles Then, in mdac form in flight no. which flight no. to mention. India to Thailand flight no. or thailand to KL flight no.?
Hi there, thanks for supporting. I arrive in Malaysia on the 27th of Jun 2024. Now it's the 25th of Jun and I couldn't select the date 27th of Jun (arrival date), Which is so weird! What should I do? only the 25th and 26th are lighted to be selected from but not the 27th.? Please help
Hi, depending on where you are at, the mdac system is on Malaysian time. Should be able to select now?
If not, do try other browser, or device.
Hi, does the MDAC work when going by the 2nd link checkpoint. I happened to use the eGate - it is only for Malaysia passports.
Hi, it says that you can use it at Sultan Abu Bakar Immigration, I believe that's the second link immigration.
imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main
Thank you for the info. So even as a group we need to fill it one by one? Not one MDAC per group, correct? Even children and baby need to be registered?
Yes, it is required for each foreign visitor according to the announcement. Currently there's no group submission.
Hello, how to fill name? First name then Surname? With space in between or not? Thanks in advance 😀🥰
Hi, you should enter the name the same as in the passport or how you would enter your name normally.
hello, so my family planned to have a trip of stay in Johor and walking a round in singapore everyday, should we register the MDAC everyday?
According to the announcement, yes you have to. However you can ask the immigration officer there if it is required.
Hey . Iam traveling from thailand to india . Inbetwen i have change of flight and layover of 5 hours
In mdac form what should i put for place of stay ,addreess, state and pincode
Hi you can select 'Others' and Fill 'Transit'. Or just address of any shop you're visiting.
Until now, I cannot determine the arrival date, as after tomorrow’s arrival, the date in the calendar will not open for me
Hi, you can select the date within 3 days before arrival, for example if you arrive on 4th, you can submit the form on 2nd, 3rd and 4th.
@@theresearchfiles ok fine I can do that..thanks for your help 😃
Hi, Do we have to fill it up even though we do not want to use the e-gate? Then, subsequent usage of the e-gate, do we need to fill up the MDAC each time? TIA
Hi it is not mandatory if you are not using e-gate.
Yes you are required to fill out the MDAC every trip entering Malaysia using e-gate
Oh the latest, As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia.
Not only for usage of e-gate.
facebook.com/imigresen/posts/pfbid0fueu9FyxUESwoJULumJCv4Z67wZ2xJH7kb9pjECzvDdTQi1AaT4h5awXWnwV2YXCl
Hi,
Thank you for the information on MDAC.
However, my question is, my flight is connecting flight which is from India to KL via Thailand. So, what should I mention in last port of embarkation?
Also, in flight no. which flight no. to mention. India to Thailand flight no. or thailand to KL flight no.?
What happens if a tourist is enjoying Malaysia and decides to stay longer than the departure date entered on the MDAC?
Hi the departure date should be the same as your return ticket departure date. As currently the MDAC cannot be edited, you should ask the immigration officer any inquiries you have.
didn't really answer my question by repeating my question.@@theresearchfiles
The problem is, i dont have a last port of embarkation...i came with a plane to thailand and i go with plane to malaysia
Hi, you can enter the place where you last go through immigration
@@theresearchfiles thanks for quick redpond...thats was Thailand;)
Hi will you have to print anything after submitting the form or will they just check on their system upon arrival? Thank you.
Hi, You have to show a soft copy or a printed copy of the digital arrival card
Hi,I'm planning a vacation to Malaysia in December 2023 on the 18th. but i am confused whether i have to register my children aged 12,8,6,4 years old too. Can we just use 1 email for 1 family registration thank you
You can use 1 email but each traveller needs one registration
Traveling from mumbai - to kualalampur. Between this 2 hrs layover in colombo . In that case what should i fill in last port of embarkation
If you don't exit immigration in Colombo, then it's Mumbai.
Hi, my arrival date on KL is July 19, 2023, trying to register now but am not able to click July 19 in the arrival date.
You should be able to select July 19th on July 17th.
Hello I have a flight to kuala lumpur from Algeria with a stop at doha whats the last port please ?
Hi, if you go through immigration in Doha, then it's Doha. Otherwise, it's Algeria.
Thank you for this video. One question though. I'm going to visit Malaysia on Dec 5 and dec 6 im going to Singapore and the next day will be back to malaysia again until december 9. Should i file MDAC twice? or i can file my MDAC from 5-9 visit?
Hi, it says prior to the arrival, so it should be every arrival you have to fill MDAC
I heard it said select the date within 3 day of arrival, if my arrival date is 7 Sep so i need to select 4 Sep on the MDAC?
Hi, you can fill out the MDAC within 3 days of arrival.
@@theresearchfiles ok
So it means we can fill MDAC 3 days before? And for the date is our exact arrival date?
Thanks
Hi , my flight to malaysia is booked & i will come to malasia on 1 st april 2024, so should i register my details before 29 march , i mean 3 days before coming to malaysia ?? Pls reply
Hi, you can register on 30, 31 Mar or 1 Apr
@@theresearchfiles ♥️♥️ thanks
If I submit more that 3 days before is that allow to do so ??
@@MrCheeyi78 Hi, no you 're unable to submit earlier than 3 days before. you won't be able to select the arrival date
Sir meri malaysia ki flight 20march ko rat ko 11:30 bje hai yani 21 march ko subah malaysia pahuchunga. Toh pre-arrival form mai date of arrival mai kya dalu 20 march ya 21 march😢😅😂😂
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Hi do we have to pay any registration fee for MDAC
1. "Last Port of Embarkation", if I am an Indonesian going to Malaysia and returning to Indonesia and then leaving for Malaysia again, do I have to fill in "Indonesia"??
2. and can I fill it on the day of my departure right away?
Hi, 1. You have to fill MDAC each trip to Malaysia to use the eGate. If you travel from Indonesia, yes, fill in Indonesia.
2. Yes, you can fill it within 3 days before
@@theresearchfiles I am having this same confusion about this 'Last Port of Embarkation'.
So, i have to fill India, right? (As an Indian)
@@tlankimasailo Hi it's the place you travel from to enter Malaysia. If you're travelling from India, then yes it's "India"
Hi @@theresearchfilesJust want to ask, what if we change our visiting schedule like for example I'm Indonesian and i need to back to my country as soon as possible will I be able to Change/Edit the MDAC? Thanks In Advance 🙏
@@wilsonsalam3902 At the moment the MDAC cannot be edited. You can ask the immigration officer during your entry to Malaysia.
How about entering sabah & sarawak for Foreigners from Brunei travelling by cars etc??
Hi, As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia.
Except:
1. Those transiting/transferring through Malaysia without seeking immigration clearance; and
2. Malaysia Permanent Resident
3. Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS) Holder
Flying to KL from Australia so I need to fill out the MDAC but is it required when travelling to Malaysia from Singapore via Tuas Check Point ?
Hi you only need to fill MDAC to enter Malaysia if you're using the e-gate
@@theresearchfiles Thank you. Malaysian government websites are a joke although to be fair, most government web sites are a joke.
@@termitesarenotgoodforhomes yea the website info is not very clear on the requirement of MDAC and the paper arrival card.
Hi MDAC asking me address in Malaysia but cant put NA as i have 1 hr25mins layover only
Hi you don't have to complete MDAC if you're not clearing immigration
Hi am landing Kuala Lumpur on 28 th morning. When should i fill MDAC
WHEN I tried TO FILL ON 25 TH NOVEMBER
It only showing 26.27 and 28 on the calender..
Hi, you can fill it on 26, 27 or 28.
Within 3 days before
@@theresearchfiles I'm within the 3 days but the calendar is only showing 2 days ( 5 and 6 December) and I'm arriving 7 December.. what should I do ? Today is already 5 December
@@ImeneFreelance Hi, you should be able to select 7th on 5th.
Hi i travel from saudi arabia to kuala lumpur then manila.what i should write port of embarktion.saudi arabia.thanks.
@@ameeraBakil hi you need to submit MDAC if you are going through immigration. Yes its saudi arabia.
is it required for tourists / short-term visitors only right?
It is not a requirement, unless you plan to use the e-Gate at Immigration.
Hi I from Pakistan stay mlsia work permit I go for 2 days combodia nd then come back so I also need arrived card r no.....
Hi i am arriving to KL on the 25th June when should i apply for the MDAC ?
Hi you can submit from 23rd
hello thanks for the video I'm going to Malaysia as a tourist using the online arrival card I don't need to fill out that form they give you on the plane?
Hi, I know that the MDAC is submitted to use the autogate to enter Malaysia. However I am unsure if it replaces the paper form. The process is still unclear.
I'll be visiting malaysia, spend a few days and then fly out of malaysia to Thailand for a few days. After that I'll be flying back to Malaysia to spend few more weeks before heading home. Do I have to apply MDAC twice?
Hi, yes that's right
I am confused with last port of embarkation.
Is it deparature port or arrival port Kualalampur
Hi, it's the departure port
I have reservations at Doubleline in KL on Jan 11th and traveling on the 1Oth over night but will be traveling FROM A RURAL area in India with no computers. so I will need to buy a airline ticket 3 days before ???? to give them information????
Hi you can buy the air ticket whenever you wish and have to fill out the digital arrival card within 3 days before
Hi. I am reaching Malaysian on 16th morning. I am trying to fill the MDAC and not able to select the date "16th" pl. suggest
Hi you will be able to select the date on 14th
Hi, I am flying from Rome to KL with 2 hours layover in Istanbul, without going through the immigration.
So, my last port of embarkation should be Rome, but which flight number should I submit? Rome - Istanbul or Istanbul - KL?
Is it correct if the last port of embarkation and flight number don't match?
Hi the flight number should be the one going to KL. It will be ok if they don’t match.
I can't find your link when I try to register do u have the link
Here: imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main?registerMain
Hi, is this needed for bus travel from Brunei to Kota Kinabalu? Thanks
Hi, this is only for those who wish to use the eGate at Immigration.
Hello, I have a 9 hour layover in KL and would like to leave the airport. How do I fill in the address if I am not staying?
Hi, you can enter the address of the place you are visiting
Hi, I’m planning to travel around in Malaysia after arriving in Kuala Lumpur. How am I supposed to fill out the MDAC since it only allows me to enter one state with one address at a time?
Hi you can enter the first address
Hi! I'm very confused now. I will arrive in Malaysia on January 24. When will I submit the MDAC?? They said 3 days before the arrival including the date of submission.
Hi, you should be able to select the date from 22 Jan.
@@theresearchfilesAccording to MDAC the only selection date is JANUARY 22 AND JANUARY 23. What date will I choose?? January 24 is our arrival date in Malaysia.
@@theresearchfilesIt's okay already, every 8am the date becomes black not grey out, Thank you my friend😀🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
hello you need also to fill uo a arrival card if you enter malaysia by bus??
Hi, yes you do
I filled this in but their thumbprint system has been down for 2 months so they can't register me at all! not sure if the officer is fooling me or not
Which airport?
@@theresearchfiles At Johor Bahru checkpoint , after Woodlands
@@lishr4536 No one mention that, you can check this group out: facebook.com/groups/969239903213216/
Also 2ndly, I’m German and arrive in Kuala Lumpur by plane. Do I still need to apply for the MDAC?
Yes, all foreign nationals entering Malaysia are required to submit the MDAC
Hi. If l fly from Manchester to Malaysia with transit in Abu Dhabi in between, what do l fill in for last port of embarkation- Manchester or Abu Dhabi ?
Hi, I don't have an official answer.
For me, it is the last place that I went through immigration.
Others who have experience can comment as well.
@@theresearchfiles thankyou
Hi, I’m an an international student studying in malaysia, every year my visa is renewed in malaysia, I don’t have to go back, it’s not necessary so do i have to fill out MDAC too or not?
P.S: there’s no specific date of return, we’re not required to return back to our home country until our degree finishes, so I’m confused about the return part!
Hi I am not so sure. Are you long term pass holder?
Is this applcable for
all foreign country tourist...This is my 1st time visit from Bangladesh
Yes it's applicable to all countries, except Singapore
So if I plan to go to Singapore Feb 2024 I don’t need to do anything? Just show up and get free visa on arrival?
@@denisehoshor5298 Hi, all foreign nationals travelling to Malaysia have to submit the MDAC, except Singaporeans (Singapore passport holder), and other exempted individuals.
www.therfiles.com/entry-requirements-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac/
I have a layover in malasia while going china,,, so is it possible to go out from airport?
Hi, yes you can go out from the airport, make sure you meet the entry requirements; visa (if required), mdac, etc. and enough time.
Ok so whats the region country code for us citizens is it just one is that all we put down?
Hi, Citizens of Malaysia are not required to fill the mdac
Hey am going to Malaysia in November but I have a Gambia passport and do I need to apply for the card and what document do I need to take to the airport
Hi, yes foreign travellers have to submit MDAC.
Yellow Fever certificate is required to be produced upon landing in Malaysia.
Source: www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/visa/visa-requirement-by-country/
@@theresearchfiles if am going Malaysia with a Gambia passport can I fly with any airline
@@YoumaTourayJallow I don't think the Malaysian government restrict which airline you fly with.
Hi I'm Singaporean. Now that Singapore is exempt from filling in MDAC, does it mean we skip to Step 2? All Singaporeans need to do from 1 Jan 2024 is go through manual immigration, get passport stamped and enrolled in egate system. Exit Malaysia through manual immigration. Subsequent visits, we can start using egate. Is this how it works for Singaporeans?
Hi, You are now eligible to use the e-gate (autogate) for departure after successful first time registration.
www.therfiles.com/how-to-complete-and-submit-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac/
Hello, My arrival date is 27th October 2024 could you please tell me what date should I select?
Hi, you filling the MDAC on 25, 26 or 27. Select 27th as the arrival date.
If i am coing to malaysia with sigle entry visa then am i eligible to rigister myslef to get MDAC?...
It's for Long-Term Pass holders and passport holders of certain countries. You can check your e-gate eligibility here: imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/egate.
hii.. may i know how to edit the personal information after i registered?
Currently cannot edit the information
What is difference between evisa and digital arrival card?
Visa is the permission for visitor to stay in a country for specified period of time.
The arrival card is used by the authorities to obtain information about an incoming passenger not provided in the passport (such as where they will be staying, purpose of the visit, etc.) and to provide a record of a person's entry into the country.
If I arrive through KL international airport can I depart through Penang International airport?
Hi, Yes you need to meet the entry requirements to Malaysia, go through immigration, then travel to Penang.
Im going for education for one year.what do i fill in departure column
Hi I think with a student pass (if it's considered a long term pass) you don't have to fill the MDAC. You can check with your school.
How about for medical purpose and no idea for departure date?
You will be allowed to stay in Malaysia as long as your pass permits. Usually the departure date should be the same as the departure date on your return ticket.
@@theresearchfiles the case is still dont know the return date. So what should i fill?
@@yoshitania6376 hi I don't have an official answer but if you're allowed in without a return ticket, I guess you can put an estimate date, as long as it's not more than the duration allowed.
But is it necessary to register MDAC for tourist?
If you wish to use the e-gate, yes it's necessary. Otherwise it is not.
Can I have the link for registration of foreigners
Hiya 😅.
I am flying to Kuala Lumpur terminal 1 in January from Abu Dhabi and have a transfer the same day to Thailand in terminal 2.
I will need to clear immigration. How do I fill out the form when you must put address in Malaysia?
It won't let you proceed without address but I'm only there 6 hours.
Thank you so much
Hi, if you are visiting a shop, you can put the address of the shop, or just "Transit"
@@theresearchfiles Thanks very much
@@theresearchfileshi Iam travelling to bali via connecting flight to Kualalumpur…the duration of layover is 4 hours..I will be in airport only…how Iam supposed to fill MDAC
@@dreamersouls2942 Hi, you don't have to fill it if you are not passing immigration.
How If 1st time coming to Malaysia? Do they need to do it manually or online?
To fill out the MDAC, you do it online.
Hi, I have just my given name on passport(without surname) so shall I be using that only while filling the form or should I fill as it's done for booking tickets using given name as surname?
Hi, I think you should use the name on your passport.
Hi Anubhav,
I m about to fill the MDAC, how the name worked for you ? with or without surname ?
please share the info which will help a lot.
Hello , what if i don't have the date of departure? Because i'm going for medical checkup and surgery, then we will be waiting for the date of surgery after the checkup result.
Hi, you can enter the date that you plan to leave Malaysia (tentative date)
Hii ,I from India wrong data has been entered on nationality, instead of India, Malaysia has been entered, what to do now?
Hi, you can resubmit
Hi do we have to pay any registration fee for MDAV
Hi, No you don't have to pay, MDAC is free
Hey,
I can't pick my arrival date it is greyed out!
I'll try again tomorrow, do I need to print it once filled or it is fine without?
Finally, the embassy of Malaysia says its a requirement to fill it out but I have seen others say it isn't....I'm so confused, please help!
Hi, as I know it is only mandatory for eligible foreigners who want to use the e-Gate at immigration.
@@theresearchfiles Using e-Gate is optional?
@@Setsunahenryff yes eGate is optional
Hi, it happens to me too. Any update regarding with greyed out arrival date?
@@MTMT11-rb6wn Hi, you can fill select the date within 3 days prior to arrival.
We are from India , planning to visit Singapore. We have plan to go to legoland Malaysia as a day trip from Singapore by car. We will be having only Singapore visa. Should I need to fill MDAC 3 days prior to arrival and which address to mention as we don't have plan to stay in Malaysia. We will be coming back on the same day. Please help
Hi you may enter the address of the place you are visiting.
I am holding MM2H pass , do I need to register the MDAC ? I am travelling Malaysia in 1st January 2024
According to this, no.
facebook.com/groups/3151159434956470/?multi_permalinks=24449653188013786
Hi
I am from India.We are planning to visit Singapore and Malaysia during April 2024.Our first visit will be from india to Singapore. After the Singapore visit we are leaving to Langkavi .After staying in Langkavi for 3 days we will leave for Kuala Lumpur. So our last destination is Kuala Lumpur.
1)In this case, which address I have to give in the mdac form . Is it the Langakavi hotel address or Last destination Kuala Lumpur hotel address as in the form we could see the address as mandatory?
2)what will be the port of Embarkation- is it India or Singapore?
Please help on this
Hi, 1. you can enter the first address
2. you will visit Singapore before going to Malaysia, so it will be Singapore.
Hi Those who have a work permit for Malaysia, will they also have to fill this form Return time ? If they have to fill it, then what will be the departure date mentioned in it?
Hi, those with long term pass such as the employment pass do not have to fill out the MDAC
I have one doubt im going to Malaysia my departure date is December 16 and return date january 13...date of arrival and date of departure in mdac form what date i enter
Please ans me fast
@@Nithyas1730 Arrival date is the date you arrive in Malaysia. Departure is the date you leave Malaysia.
What exactly does 3 days before arrival means If the arrival date is 16 Dec, mdac must be filed 14 Dec or 13 Dec?
@@jessamarzona9952 Hi, if arrival is on 16, then you can fill the MDAC on 14, 15 or 16.
Hello
I am travelling form Pakistan to Malaysia by a layover in Abudhabi
What will be my lasy port of embarkation?Pakistan or Abudabi?
And my arrival date is 10 (can't select from calendar). Can i select 9 ?
hi, I don't have an official answer for you.
Some say it's the last country you exited through immigration before coming to Malaysia. Others think it is the last airport from where you will be flying to Malaysia.
I think it's the former.
www.tripadvisor.com.my/ShowTopic-g293951-i7006-k14361061-o10-Last_Port_of_Embarkation_in_MDAC-Malaysia.html
Hello i have a doubt regarding mdac ...what should be filled if i have booked 2 hotels ...first one only for 1 day while arriving malaysia ,then 4 days in another hotel ..its because due to of change of dates...so which hotel address has to filled in the mdac form..1st hotel or 2nd hotel address
Thx in advance 😊
hi you can put the first hotel
@@theresearchfiles Thank you 😊
Hello, do you need to fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card, if you go through the Tawau ferry port
Hi, no you don't.
Are children required to enter Malaysia to fill out MDAC..
Can you share the info..please
Thank you miss..
Yes every foreign traveller, including children
Thanks for the info Miss..@theresearchfiles.🙏
What address do we need to put, if we are transiting at Kuala Lumpur International Airport?
Hi, you can put the place/ shop you are visiting.
how about mm2h holders? do they need mdac?
Hi the instructions are still not very clear yet. Maybe have to wait for more info. mm2h is not permanent resident, so I am not sure.
As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. Not only for usage of e-gate.
Except:
1. Those transiting/transferring through Malaysia (it says Singapore on the website, but maybe it should be Malaysia?) without seeking immigration clearance; and
2. Malaysia Permanent Resident
3. Malaysia Automated Clearance System (MACS) Holder
I am gonna travel to Malaysia as tourist for first time. So do i need to fill digital card before arrival???
You have to fill it if you plan to use the autogate (for certain countries), otherwise you can either fill the digital or the manual arrival card.
more info: www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/syarat-kemasukan-ke-malaysia-en/
@@theresearchfiles Thanks for your response. So where can I get the manual arrival card ?
@@arunkumarthiagrajan1907 IM26 card will be given to you by cabin crew.
Hii, Im an indonesian living in singapore and i am traveling to malaysia by car. How can i reschedule or extend my date of departure after submitting MDAC as i am not sure when i will be back. Thanks
hi, I am not sure actually, there's no official statement on how to do that.
Forum comment suggested to resubmit
forums.hardwarezone.com.sg/threads/mdac-malaysia-digital-arrival-card-megathread.6884718/page-5
@@theresearchfiles thanks ya😇
Hi i am a singaporean planning to go to JB on monday using counter 1 meant for senior citizen as i am one do i still need to do the MDAC as i am not using e gate plsdo reply tq
Hi, As of 1 December 2023, the Immigration Department of Malaysia will require foreign nationals to complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) prior to their arrival in Malaysia. I believe it is for every foreigner, even those not using e-gate.
TQ for your reply
@@tessiea3774 The instructions are still quite unclear, maybe it has not been fully implemented yet. So....
Hi can we submit it before 1 month from the date we arrived ?
Hi, you can only submit within 3 days before arrival
My flight starts on 11 january and i will arrive on 12 january...when should i fill the MDAC .i am confused.. 9 or 10 jan ?
Hi, I believe you can start filling in from 10 jan.
Hello, Can I use one email address for all of the traveller? They’re 5. And they decided to use only 1 email address. Is it okay?
Hi, yes you can. I think you can use one email for dependents like children or parents. It is always good to register the individual's email address for tracking purpose.
Hi , I am a long term work pass holder in singapore. I have plan to go Kualalampur on 9th Feb. May I need to register MDAC?
MDAC means Malaysia digital arrivel card so once you arrive in kulalampur must be registered
hi, I am coming kl 9 dec-23 so when need fill Digital Card?
You can fill it within 3 days, starting from 7th can fill
My friend was already in malaysia before this implementation and she plans to visit singapore for 2 days, can she submit the mdac before leaving malaysia? Or does she have to fill it out after officially leaving?
Hi, if she is already in Malaysia, I think she does not have to fill it out.
@@theresearchfiles doesn't the policy say every subsequent visit the mdac is required? What I'm concerned is that they might not accept her mdac hypothetically because she hasn't left malaysia yet and she already has an mdac in the system, or does the 'within 3 days prior' condition hypothetically mean she can fill it out when shes in queue for the immigration gate?
@@wenbin9554 Hi, the second part of this video is meant for those who wish to use the e-gate. Then yes MDAC is compulsary.
If she is not gonna use the e-gate, she may not need it, if she is already in the country. Visitor will have to fill it up 3 days prior to arrival in Malaysia, but she is already in Malaysia before the implementation. I am not so sure.
There is a grace period until end of the year, yes she can still fill it out at the queue for now.
I will travelling from India to Australia with only a 3 hr layover at Malaysia International airport, terminal 2. Do I need to fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival card for this transit?.. Thanks
Hi if you're going to pass immigration, then yes you need the MDAC
You don't, layover does not require you to pass immigration.
@@theresearchfilesgive the correct answer plz, what you said was confusing.
@@Flash_345 If your flights are booked under different PNR, you need to pass immigration to collect your baggage.
@@theresearchfiles most connecting flights are under the same PNR if it's the same flight. Haih just stop. You just want to make people worry.
hello iam from philippines can u help me to get the link or where i go the website of mdac
Hi, here you go: imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac/main?registerMain