India Warns Nationals Not to Use Malaysia Visa-Free Entry to Look for Jobs

India Warns Nationals Not to Use Malaysia Visa-Free Entry to Look for Jobs

The Indian High Commission in Kuala Lumpur has issued a fresh advisory to Indian nationals travelling to Malaysia, warning them not to use the country’s 30-day visa-free entry facility as a way to look for or take up employment. The warning comes after the High Commission noticed an increase in Indian nationals arriving in Malaysia […]

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Tourism Body Pushes Back on Visa-Free Policy Criticism, Calls for Firm Action Against Illegal Work

Tourism Body Pushes Back on Visa-Free Policy Criticism, Calls for Firm Action Against Illegal Work

The Malaysian Inbound Tourism Association Mita has firmly rejected claims that Malaysia’s visa-free policy is creating unfair competition for local small and medium enterprises, saying the real issue lies in enforcement against a small number of offenders misusing tourist visas. Backing the Government’s position, Mita stressed that foreigners working illegally on tourist visas is not […]

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Malaysia Expects 1.5 Million Tourist Arrivals from India This Year

Malaysia Expects 1.5 Million Tourist Arrivals from India This Year

Malaysia is gearing up for an impressive tourism milestone, expecting 1.5 million visitors from India by the end of 2025—a surge driven by stronger air connectivity and the government’s continued visa-free entry policy for Indian travellers. Malaysian High Commissioner to India, Datuk Muzafar Shah Mustafa, highlighted that India remains one of Malaysia’s most influential tourism […]

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