Frequently Asking Questions
What is eNTRI?
Electronic Travel Registration &Information (eNTRI) is an online registration facility provided by the Government of Malaysia to facilitate the entrance of PRC nationals residing in Mainland China into Malaysia under the Visa Waiver Programme. An eNTRI Note will be issued as proof of the registration and is required to be presented upon arrival in Malaysia.
How can I obtain an eNTRI Note?
An eNTRI Note can be obtained by making an eNTRI Registration via https://www.malaysia-visa.my/ . The eNTRI Note can be printed immediately by the applicants upon completion of registration.
Who is eligible to register for eNTRI?
All PRC nationals from Mainland China only (excluding Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan).
What is the entitlement of the eNTRI Note?
eNTRI Note is valid for a single journey into Malaysia for up to a maximum of 15 days for tourism purposes only.
From which country am I required to depart in order for me to enter Malaysia by eNTRI?
Kindly be notified that all eNTRI Note holders are permitted to only depart from Mainland China into Malaysia via direct flights or transit flights through Singapore, Thailand or Brunei.
1. Applicants with direct flights from Mainland China to Malaysia via the following options:
By air :
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport , Sepang (KLIA & KLIA 2)
- Penang International Airport, Pulau Pinang
- Langkawi International Airport, Kedah
- Melaka International Airport, Melaka
- Senai International Airport, Johor
- Kuching International Airport, Sarawak
- Miri International Airport, Sarawak
- Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah
- Labuan International Airport, Labuan Federal Territory
By land :
- Sultan Iskandar Building Immigration Checkpoint, Johor
- Sultan Abu Bakar Checkpoint, Johor
- Padang Besar Checkpoint, Perlis
- Bukit Kayu Hitam Checkpoint, Kedah
- Sungai Tujuh Immigration Checkpoint, Sarawak
- Tedungan Immigration Checkpoint, Sarawak
2. Applicants with direct or transit flights from Singapore,Thailand or Brunei to Malaysia via the following options:
By air :
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport , Sepang (KLIA & KLIA 2)
- Penang International Airport, Pulau Pinang
- Langkawi International Airport, Kedah
- Melaka International Airport, Melaka
- Senai International Airport, Johor
- Kuching International Airport, Sarawak
- Miri International Airport, Sarawak
- Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah
- Labuan International Airport, Labuan Federal Territory Sabah
By land :
- Sultan Iskandar Building Immigration Checkpoint, Johor
- Sultan Abu Bakar Checkpoint, Johor
- Padang Besar Checkpoint, Perlis
- Bukit Kayu Hitam Checkpoint, Kedah
- Sungai Tujuh Immigration Checkpoint, Sarawak
- Tedungan Immigration Checkpoint, Sarawak
3. Applicants with flights other than the above options and departing from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan or others country into Malaysia is not permitted.
4. All applicants are only permitted to return from Malaysia via a direct flight to Mainland China or transit flight through Singapore, Thailand or Brunei only.
How do I apply for eNTRI?
eNTRI can only be applied through our website https://www.malaysia-visa.my
How long before my travel date should I apply for eNTRI?
We advise you to apply for eNTRI registration at least 48 hours before your departure to Malaysia.
How long will my eNTRI Note be valid for?
The validity period of your eNTRI Note is 3 months from your eNTRI issuance date.
How many days can I stay in Malaysia with an eNTRI Note?
You are allowed to stay up to a maximum of 15 days with the eNTRI Note and will be subjected to Malaysian laws when you enter the country. Responsibility to stay in Malaysia within the stipulated time falls under your responsibility.
Is my personal information secure by submitting them online?
Yes. The system is fully own by the Government of Malaysia. All information obtained during the eNTRI registration process is kept in a highly secure environment which is in line with the Laws of Malaysia under the Personal Data Protection Act 2010.
Should I re-apply for a new eNTRI if my departure date changes but the new date is within 3 months?
No. You do not have to re-apply for a new eNTRI within 3 months from the approved visa issuance date by the Department of Immigration Malaysia to enter Malaysia.
Should I re-apply for new eNTRI if my departure date changes and the new date is after 3 months?
Yes. You will need to re-apply a new eNTRI since the approved visa issuance date by the Department of Immigration Malaysia to enter Malaysia is valid for 3 months only.
The information on my approved eNTRI does not fully match the information on my travel document. Can I enter Malaysia with the eNTRI?
No.Your eNTRI note will be considered invalid.
I have realised that some of the information that I provided in the eNTRI application requires correction. What should I do?
You can amend and edit your information in the eNTRI application page accordingly before making payment.
Upon receiving my eNTRI Note, I have realised that some of the information that I provided was wrong and needs corrections. What should I do?
You must re-apply for a new eNTRI with the correct information as per your travel documents.
Can I get a refund if I do not utilise my eNTRI?
No refunds for any unutilised eNTRI will be entertained.
Is there a refund if I have mistakenly made the payment twice?
No refunds for any double payments for eNTRI will be entertained.
Does my eNTRI Note guarantees me to enter Malaysia?
No, This eNTRI Note does not guarantee that you are entitled to enter Malaysia. Upon arrival to Malaysia, you will be inspected by a Malaysian Immigration Entry/Exit Officer who may determine that you are in admissible for any reason under the Malaysian law
