MalaysiaHong Kong: Visa-free

MalaysiaHong Kong

Do Malaysia passport holders need a visa for Hong Kong?

Visa-free

No. Malaysia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Hong Kong for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: immd.gov.hk (checked July 19, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance2,527 km, straight line (~3h 28m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Hong Kong198 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Hong Kong passport holders visiting Malaysia: e-Visa.

Other visa-free destinations for Malaysia passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Malaysia passport holders need a visa for Hong Kong?

No. Malaysia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Hong Kong for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Malaysia citizens stay in Hong Kong without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Hong Kong from Malaysia?

About 2,527 km in a straight line, roughly ~3h 28m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Hong Kong?

Hong Kong dollar (HKD).

What is the emergency number in Hong Kong?

999.

What time zone is Hong Kong in?

Hong Kong (UTC+8).

What is the nearest airport to Hong Kong?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG), about 22 km away.

How many countries can enter Hong Kong without a visa?

198 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Hong Kong visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Malaysia

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia. A federal constitutional monarchy, it consists of 13 states and three federal territories, separated by the South China Sea into two regions: Peninsular Malaysia on Mainland Southeast Asia and East Malaysia on the island of Borneo. Peninsular Malaysia shares land and maritime borders with Thailand, as well as maritime borders with Singapore, Vietnam, and Indonesia; East Malaysia shares land borders with Brunei and Indonesia, and maritime borders with the Philippines and Vietnam. Kuala Lumpur is the country's national capital, largest city, and the seat of the legislative branch of the federal government, while Putrajaya is the federal administrative capital, representing the seat of both the executive branch and the judicial branch of the federal government. With a population of over 34 million, it is the world's 43rd-most populous country.

CapitalKuala Lumpur

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population36M

Area330,803 km²

CurrencyMalaysian ringgit (1 USD ≈ 4.08 MYR)

LanguagesEnglish, Malay

Calling code+60

Drives on theleft

TimezoneKuala Lumpur (UTC+8)

Nearest airportSultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (SZB), 15 km

Emergency number999

UNESCO sites6

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$13,125 (2025)

Tourist arrivals4.3M (2020)

Climate in Kuala Lumpur

Warmest March, coolest December, driest January, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, March, April, June, August, October.

Monthly climate normals for Kuala Lumpur, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	31.5°C	24.1°C	102mm	314h
February	31.6°C	24.1°C	116mm	297h
March	31.8°C	24.6°C	195mm	312h
April	31.4°C	24.7°C	213mm	282h
May	31°C	25.1°C	226mm	228h
June	30.3°C	24.4°C	210mm	253h
July	30.1°C	23.9°C	336mm	251h
August	30.9°C	24.1°C	133mm	299h
September	30.2°C	23.9°C	302mm	247h
October	30.4°C	24.2°C	186mm	248h
November	29.5°C	23.9°C	389mm	213h
December	29.4°C	23.7°C	227mm	244h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia, on the Malay Peninsula, as well as on northern Borneo. The country is one of Asia's tiger economies, having seen great economic and human development during the last several decades. While the capital Kuala Lumpur is a cosmopolitan city, deep jungles cover vast swaths of the land, and the offshore islands are home to pristine beaches and some of the world's best scuba diving sites. Malaysia is also a foodie's paradise, with its diverse ethnic groups contributing to an incredibly rich culinary heritage.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Archaeological Heritage of the Lenggong Valley
Forest Research Institute Malaysia Forest Park Selangor
Gunung Mulu National Park
Kinabalu Park
Melaka and George Town, Historic Cities of the Straits of Malacca
Niah National Park

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About Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a special administrative region of China. Situated on China's southern coast just south of Shenzhen, it consists of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories. With 7.5 million residents in a 1,114-square-kilometre (430 sq mi) territory, Hong Kong is the fourth-most densely populated region in the world.

RegionEastern Asia

Population7.5M

Area1,104 km²

CurrencyHong Kong dollar (1 USD ≈ 7.85 HKD)

LanguagesEnglish, Chinese

Calling code+852

Drives on theleft

TimezoneHong Kong (UTC+8)

Nearest airportHong Kong International Airport (HKG), 22 km

Emergency number999

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$56,983 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.6M (2020)

Climate in Hong Kong

Warmest July, coolest December, driest December, sunniest July. Best time to visit: March, April, July, November.

Monthly climate normals for Hong Kong, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	19.3°C	12.2°C	25mm	285h
February	19.3°C	12.5°C	41mm	253h
March	22.3°C	16.5°C	71mm	227h
April	22.3°C	16.1°C	70mm	244h
May	27.1°C	22.6°C	331mm	269h
June	28°C	24.5°C	290mm	305h
July	29°C	25.1°C	120mm	357h
August	28°C	23.9°C	456mm	271h
September	27.2°C	23.3°C	507mm	218h
October	25°C	19.2°C	135mm	271h
November	23.5°C	16.9°C	11mm	263h
December	18.8°C	10.6°C	7mm	272h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Hong Kong is a city with multiple personalities. The population is mainly Chinese, but British influence is still quite visible. It has absorbed people and cultural influences from places as diverse as Vietnam and Vancouver and proudly proclaims itself to be Asia's World City.

Upcoming public holidays

October 19, 2026重陽節

December 25, 2026聖誕節

December 26, 2026聖誕節翌日

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