Philippine visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malaysian passport holders visiting Philippines for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter Philippines for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Philippines e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Philippines visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
Philippines tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Philippines.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Philippines.
If you are looking for Philippines visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Philippines nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The Embassy of Philippines in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
Philippines visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Philippines diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Philippines from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 96,339 | N/A |
| 2009 | 94,504 | -1.90% |
| 2010 | 89,916 | -4.85% |
| 2011 | 91,752 | 2.04% |
| 2012 | 114,513 | 24.81% |
| 2013 | 109,437 | -4.43% |
| 2014 | 139,245 | 27.24% |
| 2015 | 155,814 | 11.90% |
| 2016 | 139,133 | -10.71% |
| 2017 | 143,566 | 3.19% |
| 2018 | 145,242 | 1.17% |
| 2019 | 139,882 | -3.69% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Philippines & Malaysia comparison
Philippines's area is approximately 298,170 km2 (115,124 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 10.19% larger than Philippines.
As of April 2024, Philippines's population is ~115.5 million people - 81,449,426 more people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Philippines & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Philippines | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 115,498,456 | 34,049,030 | 81.4 million more people live in Philippines than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 87 | 107 | Philippines has 20 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 30 | 133 | Philippines passport holders visit 103 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 131 | 126 | Philippine hosts 5 more foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Philippines in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Philippines in 2019 was approximately 139,882.
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Useful Information
- Manila to Kuala Lumpur: 2161.31 km (1342.98 mi)
- Travel time: 4 hours 30 minutes
This page was last updated on: April 2024