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Verified June 2026

Do Malaysians need ETIAS?

Yes

Yes. Malaysian citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Malaysians will need an ETIAS authorisation to travel to Europe.

Needs ETIAS?
Yes
Cost
€20
Validity
3 yrs
From
Q4 2026

Malaysian citizens can enter the Schengen area without a visa for short stays, which is exactly why ETIAS will apply. ETIAS is an electronic travel authorisation rather than a visa, and most complete applications are expected to be decided quickly.

As for every visa-exempt nationality, the 90/180 day rule still governs how long Malaysians may stay; ETIAS is an additional pre-travel requirement, not a change to the allowance.

Passport requirements

Your Malaysian passport must be valid for at least three months after your planned departure from Europe and issued within the previous 10 years. ETIAS is linked to one passport, so if you renew your Malaysian passport you will need to apply for a new authorisation tied to the new document.

How Malaysians will apply

When ETIAS launches, Malaysians will apply online on the official EU portal, pay €20 (free under 18 or over 70), and receive an authorisation linked to their passport for up to 3 years. It is not a visa - see what ETIAS is and how it differs from a visa.

ETIAS gets Malaysians to the border; it does not extend the stay. Check how many days are left with the free 90/180 calculator.

Frequently asked questions

Do Malaysians need ETIAS?

Yes. Malaysian citizens are visa-exempt for short stays, so once ETIAS launches Malaysians will need an ETIAS authorisation to travel to Europe.

How much will ETIAS cost Malaysians?

€20 per application, free for travellers under 18 or over 70. One authorisation lasts up to 3 years. See ETIAS cost.

When will Malaysians need ETIAS from?

From the launch of ETIAS, expected in the last quarter of 2026. No exact date is set yet - track it on the ETIAS start date page.

Does ETIAS change the 90-day limit for Malaysians?

No. ETIAS lets you travel, but the 90/180-day rule still caps short stays at 90 days in any 180. Plan it with the 90/180 calculator.

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