Malaysia Passport Ranking – Visa Free Access to 180 Countries
The Malaysia passport ranks 12th globally in 2025, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 180 destinations worldwide. Malaysian passport holders enjoy strong travel mobility across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, making it one of the most powerful passports in Southeast Asia. The passport has consistently maintained a top-15 global ranking over the past two decades, with rankings ranging from 8th to 14th place since 2006. This high level of access provides Malaysian citizens with significant advantages for international business, tourism, and educational opportunities without extensive visa requirements.
Quick Statistics for Malaysia passport
Source: Skyscanner & Official Government Websites.
Top Visa-Free Destinations for Malaysian Citizens
Popular destinations where Malaysia passport holders can travel without a visa:
| Country | Maximum Stay | Code |
|---|---|---|
 | Up to 30 days | SG |
 | Up to 30 days | TH |
 | Up to 30 days | ID |
 | Up to 90 days | JP |
 | Up to 90 days | KR |
Visa Requirements by Country
Complete breakdown of visa requirements for Malaysia passport holders
✅ Visa-Free
140 countries
Japan
Albania
Algeria
Andorra
Anguilla
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Aruba
Austria
Bahamas
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Bermuda
Bonaire; St. Eustatius and Saba
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Botswana
Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Cambodia
Cayman Islands
Chile
Cook Islands
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cuba
Curacao
Cyprus
Czechia
Denmark
Dominica
Dominican Republic
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
Estonia
Faroe Islands
Fiji
Finland
France
French Guiana
French Polynesia
French West Indies
The Gambia
Georgia
Germany
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Grenada
Guam
Guatemala
Guyana
Haiti
Honduras
Hong Kong (SAR China)
Hungary
Iceland
Indonesia
Ireland
Italy
Jamaica
Kazakhstan
Kenya
Kiribati
Kosovo
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Latvia
Lesotho
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macao (SAR China)
North Macedonia
Malawi
Malta
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mexico
Micronesia
Moldova
Monaco
Mongolia
Montenegro
Montserrat
Morocco
Namibia
Netherlands
New Caledonia
Nicaragua
Northern Mariana Islands
Norway
Oman
Panama
Peru
Philippines
Poland
Portugal
Reunion
Romania
San Marino
Senegal
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
South Africa
Spain
St. Maarten
St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Suriname
eSwatini
Sweden
Switzerland
Taiwan (Chinese Taipei)
Tanzania
Thailand
Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia
Türkiye
Uruguay
Uzbekistan
Vanuatu
Vatican City
Venezuela
Vietnam
British Virgin Islands
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Uganda
Rwanda
Tajikistan
China
Gabon
Libya
St. Helena
Somalia
Timor-Leste
🛬 Visa on Arrival
33 countries
Madagascar
Azerbaijan
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Bolivia
Burundi
Cape Verde Islands
Comoro Islands
Guinea-Bissau
Jordan
Kuwait
Lebanon
Maldives
Marshall Islands
Mozambique
Nepal
Palau Islands
Samoa
Saudi Arabia
Sierra Leone
Solomon Islands
St. Lucia
Sudan
Syria
Tonga
Tuvalu
United Arab Emirates
Yemen
Djibouti
Ethiopia
Qatar
Iran
Niue
🔐 ETA Required
7 countries
Australia
New Zealand
Sri Lanka
South Korea
United Kingdom
Seychelles
St. Kitts and Nevis
💻 E-Visa
21 countries
Myanmar
Benin
India
Russian Federation
Sao Tome and Principe
Ukraine
Papua New Guinea
Guinea
Cameroon
Armenia
Equatorial Guinea
Togo
Pakistan
Burkina Faso
Mauritania
Congo (Dem. Rep.)
Nigeria
Liberia
Bhutan
Cote d'Ivoire
South Sudan
❌ Visa Required
25 countries
Afghanistan
Angola
Canada
Central African Republic
Chad
Colombia
Congo (Rep.)
Eritrea
Falkland Islands
Ghana
Iraq
Israel
Mali
Nauru
Niger
North Korea
Palestinian Territory
Paraguay
Puerto Rico
American Samoa
Serbia
Turkmenistan
Turks and Caicos Islands
United States
US Virgin Islands
Historical Ranking Trend
Malaysia's passport ranking progression from 2006 to 2025
Trend: Declined by 3 positions from 2006 to 2025
Citizenship and Residency Programs
🏠 Residency by Investment (RBI)
Obtain residency in Malaysia through qualified investments, with potential pathways to citizenship.
Official Malaysia Passport & Travel Resources
Access official government resources for passport services, travel advisories, and visa information:
Compare Malaysia Passport with Other Passports
See how Malaysia's passport compares with other ASIA in the same ranking tier:
| Country | Rank | Visa-Free Destinations | Mobility Score | Global Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Malaysia (You are here) | #12 | 180 | 73/100 | 92/100 |
 South Korea | #2 | 190 | 85/100 | 85/100 |
 Japan | #3 | 189 | 95/100 | 83/100 |
 Hong Kong (SAR China) | #18 | 170 | 85/100 | 82/100 |
 Brunei | #21 | 164 | 78/100 | 79/100 |
*Mobility score calculated based on visa-free access and global travel freedom.
*Global score reflects overall passport strength considering various factors.
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