ENTRY RESTRICTIONS ON FOREIGN TRAVELLERS TO MALAYSIA

07 December 2021

Dear Valued Clients,

Please be informed that the Ministry of Health (MOH) has imposed temporary entry restrictions on foreign travellers entering Malaysia from countries with a high risk of the new COVID-19 variant of concern, Omicron or those who have been to the same countries 14 days prior entering Malaysia. The list of the high-risk countries are as follows:

  1. South Africa
  2. Botswana
  3. Eswathini
  4. Lesotho
  5. Mozambique
  6. Namibia
  7. Zimbabwe
  8. Malawi
However, Malaysian citizens, permanent residents and the long-term pass holders are still allowed to enter Malaysia but must undergo a 14-day quarantine upon arrival.

The long-term passes entitled to this exemption are as follows:

  1. Employment Pass (EP) (Category I, II and III)
  2. Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T)
  3. Professional Visit Pass (PVP)
  4. Dependent Pass (DP)
  5. Long Term Social Visit Pass (LTSVP)
The above measures are temporary and will be reviewed on a regular basis. Please observe the latest updates on our website from time to time. Your kind understanding is highly appreciated.

Thank you.

MYXpats Centre

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