Visa-Free Entry for Indian Tourists
- In January 2025, Malaysia extended its 30-day visa exemption for Indian nationals until December 31, 2026, as part of its visa liberalisation plan to boost tourism and economic growth.
- The initiative aligns with Visit Malaysia Year 2026 and Malaysia’s ASEAN chairmanship in 2025, aiming to increase tourism revenue and enhance global competitiveness.
- In 2024, Malaysia recorded over one million Indian visitors, a 47% increase compared to 2019 and a 71.7% surge from 2023, showcasing the success of the visa-free policy introduced in 2023.
- In response to increased demand, new flight routes were launched in 2024, including Indigo Airlines’ direct daily flights to Penang ....
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