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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for Malaysia?

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Afghanistan citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Malaysia — applied for online before departure.

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Afghanistan vs Malaysia: passport comparison

Afghanistan

4

visa-free countries

Global rank: #198 · mobility 56.8

Malaysia

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #41 · mobility 166
4

countries both Afghanistan and Malaysia can enter visa-free together

Afghanistan + Malaysia: passport compatibility

32%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Afghanistan and Malaysia travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
17 both visa on arrival
25 both e-visa / eTA
17 both need a visa
134 access differs

Where Afghanistan and Malaysia can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (4)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Seychelles 90 days #58

Malaysia: good to know

Kuala Lumpur

Capital

Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

Currency

Malaysia Time (UTC+8)

Time zone

+60

Calling code

G

Power plug

240V / 50Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Afghanistan goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Malaysia

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Afghanistan citizens need a visa for Malaysia?
Afghanistan citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Malaysia — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Afghanistan or Malaysia?
The Malaysia passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 4. Global rank: Afghanistan #198, Malaysia #41.
Where can Afghanistan and Malaysia citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 4 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Malaysia?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Afghanistan and Malaysia?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Afghanistan passport ranking

Where else the Afghanistan passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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