Malaysia Visa for French Citizens: All Visas Explained (2026)

Malaysia Visa for French Citizens: All Visas Explained (2026)

Tourism, work, retirement, studies: here are all Malaysia visas for French citizens, with 2026 conditions and links to our detailed guides.

Tourism: no visa for 90 days

Holders of a French passport enter Malaysia visa-free for 90 days (tourist stay). You need a passport valid 6 months and an onward ticket.

Working in Malaysia: the Employment Pass

To work, you need an Employment Pass (EP) sponsored by your Malaysian employer. It's the most common visa for French expats: our Employment Pass guide covers the conditions.

The Dependant Pass for family

The spouse and children of an EP holder can get a Dependant Pass (DP). See our Dependant Pass guide.

Long-term residency: the MM2H visa

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) lets foreigners live in Malaysia long-term: the top choice for French retirees. 2026 conditions, deposit, insurance: everything is in our MM2H guide.

The digital nomad visa: DE Rantau

The DE Rantau Nomad Pass is for remote workers: valid 3-12 months, renewable. See our DE Rantau guide.

Studying: the Student Pass

To study, you need a Student Pass through the educational institution. Our Student Pass guide explains the process.

Other visas

• Professional Visit Pass (PVP): short missions, conferences (< 12 months) — guide
• Residence Pass-Talent (RP-T): highly skilled talent — guide
• Social Visit Pass (LTSVP): extended stays for spouses — guide
• Entrepreneur Pass (MTEP): start a business — guide

Points to watch for French citizens

• The passport must be valid 6 months on entry.
• Work visas are tied to the employer: changing jobs requires a new application.
• The French embassy in Kuala Lumpur can help in specific cases (consular registration).

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FAQ

Do French citizens need a visa for Malaysia?

Not for tourism: 90 days visa-free with a valid passport. Yes to work, study or settle.

How to get a Malaysian work visa?

Through an Employment Pass sponsored by a Malaysian employer — see our EP guide.

Which visa for a French retiree?

The MM2H programme (long-term residency) or the Social Visit Pass for extended stays.

Can you work remotely from Malaysia?

Yes, with the DE Rantau digital nomad visa (3-12 months).