Malaysia, “Truly Asia”, is a charming neighbor of the Philippines in South East Asia. With the lively Kuala Lumpur, historical Malacca, serene Langkawi, and many more; Malaysia has everything you need. It is also visa-free to Malaysia for Filipinos!

Malaysia is easily accessed by Filipinos as there are direct flights to Kuala Lumpur to/from Manila, Clark, Cebu, and Davao. There are also many job opportunities for Filipinos here, and you would meet OFWs when you tour. Many nationalities are visa free to Malaysia including Filipinos and we can stay there for up to 30 days. Read to find out more!

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Documents Required For Malaysia Immigration

Valid Passport - for a valid for at least six months
Valid Return Ticket - onward or return tickets
Proof of Accommodation - you need to show the address where you'll be staying during your stay, whether it's a hotel booking confirmation or an invitation letter to stay at your friend/ family's house
Sufficient Funds - traveler must have enough money for stay, you can show a copy of your bank statement, credit card statement or any cash on hand

How to get a Malaysia Visa Extension

Visa extensions are given on special conditions e.g., illness, accidents, etc. evidence of such is also needed. If you only want to sightsee, you can do a visa run, go out of the country via Thailand, Singapore, or Brunei, then come back again.

Where to apply: Headquarters of the Immigration Department of Malaysia, (Ministry of Home Affairs)
Address: Level 1-7 (Podium) No 15, Persiaran Perdana, Precinct 2, 62550 Putrajaya

Documents Required for Malaysia Visa Extension

Valid Passport - at least 6 months
Supporting documents - e.g. medical records, doctor’s orders etc.
Visa Application Extension Form - IMM.55
Visa Fee

Malaysia Work Visa - How Can Filipinos Work in Malaysia?

Foreign Workers

Male Filipino workers
Work at Agriculture and Services, Construction Manufacturing, Construction, and Plantation
18 - 45 years old
With Immigration Security Clearance
Fit and Healthy (as per Medical Center in the Philippines)

Documents Needed (most may be from the Employer)

VDR application form
Quota Approval letter from the Ministry of Home Affairs
Receipt of levy paid
Form IM.12 and IM.38
Security bond
Copy of the foreign workers’ passports
Recent passport-sized picture of the foreign worker (passports size)
Medical Certificate (valid for 3 months)
Compensation Scheme
Health Insurance Policy (except for Plantation Workers)

Foreign Domestic Helper

Female Filipina
21 - 45 years old
Physically fit and health (as per approved medical center in the Philippines)
With Immigration Security Clearance
Enter Malaysia through a Visa with Reference from a Malaysian Representative Office in the Philippines

Documents Needed (most may be from the Employer)

The new application form (PRA1)
Form IM 38. (Visa Application)
Personal Bond
Employment Agreement for Foreign Domestic Helpers
Copy of FDH’s passport
Medical Report from the Philippines
Declaration form stating the non-usage of registered agencies for employers who submit applications on their own
Proof of regular income of both husband and wife
Copy of ID of both husband and wife
Supporting documents for the application of FDH (like birth certificates, medical certification of family illness).

Step by Step Guide in Getting a Working Visa

Step 1: Look for a job or an employer or company from Malaysia. The employer or employment agency will pass documents for a Visa with Reference.

Step 2: Your employer will give a Visa with Reference approval. You will need to proceed then to the Malaysian Embassy in the Philippines for an entry visa.

Step 3: When you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to go to the medical center accredited by a FOMEMA for a medical exam. Do this within 30 days after your arrival.

Step 4: A Visit Pass (Temporary Employment) will be given after you have passed. This will be valid for 12 months.

Immigration Security Clearance Centers in the Philippines

Manila
Ground Floor, Unit G05
Ecoplaza Building
2305 Chino Roces Ave. Extension
Makati City 1231

Cebu
9th floor, Unit 905
Keppel Center
Samar Loop Cov Cardinal Rosales Ave.
Cebu Business Park
Cebu City 6000 Philippines

Davao
Times Building Unit No.9
Chimes Specialty Store
Governor Sales St.
Davao City 8000

APEC Business Travel Card

The Philippines and Malaysia are both members of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. For business people who regularly commute to countries who are members, an APEC Business Travel Card is instrumental as you won’t require a visa to enter and premier lanes during arrival.

APEC Member Nations

Benefits of APEC Business Travel Card

Business trips for a maximum of 60 days (no more visa application)
Premier Lanes at the following:
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA 1 & 2)
- Penang International Airport
- Sultan Iskandar Complex in Johor Baharu (BSI)
- Sultan Abu Bakar Complex (Second Link) in Johor Baharu (KSAB)

Who can get an APEC Business Travel Card in the Philippines

Must be:

A business person that represents a company or an entity that’s involved in international trading, selling of goods or services or investing in APEC Member nations
Not convicted or charged of a criminal offense
Has powers or authority to execute management policies, negotiate, trade, or invest (e.g., CEO, President, VP, Head, BOD) or an official nominated by the heads of the company whose work is involved in trading, investment and dealing with overseas clients or suppliers

Where to apply for an APEC Business Travel Card?

Makati Business Club (MBC)
2/F, AIM Conference Center
Benavidez St., Legaspi Village
Makati City
Telephone No.: (+632) 751-1137, 751-1138
Email: makatibusinessclub@mbc.com.ph

Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI)
3rd Floor, Commerce and Industry Plaza (CIP)
1030 Campus Avenue cor Park Avenue
McKinley Town Center, Fort Bonifacio
Taguig City
Telephone No.: (+632) 846-8196 loc 113
Email Address: abtc@philippinechamber.com

Philippine Exporters Confederation, Inc. (PHILEXPORT)
International Trade Complex
Roxas Blvd. cor Sen. Gil Puyat Avenue
Pasay City
Email Addresses: ef.philexport@gmail.com; efosedc@philexport.ph

Malaysian Embassy in the Philippines

Embassy of Malaysia in Manila
107 Tordesillas Street, Salcedo Village
Makati City, Philippines
Telephone: (632) 86628200
Fax: (632) 86628201 / 02
Email: mwmanila.kln@1govuc.gov.my / mwmanila@kln.gov.my

Embassy of the Philippines in Malaysia

No. 1 Changkat Kia Peng, 50450
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Telephone: +603-2148-4233
Website: dfa.gov.ph

Malaysia is a diverse country full of Malays, Indians, Chinese, Europeans, and many more. With churches (to Muslim’s Mosque or Christian churches), beautiful beaches, or fun Kuala Lumpur. This country has many things to offer, and you won’t be able to resist as it is Visa Free to Malaysia for Filipinos.