Brunei visa for Malaysian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Malaysian passport holders visiting Brunei for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Malaysian citizens to enter Brunei for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Brunei e-visa for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Brunei visa on arrival for Malaysian citizens | Not Available | |
Brunei tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Malaysian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Brunei.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Brunei.
If you are looking for Brunei visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Malaysia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Brunei nearest your place of residence.
- Kuala Lumpur: The High Commission of Brunei in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
- Kota Kinabalu: The Consulate General of Brunei in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
- Kuching: The Consulate General of Brunei in Kuching, Malaysia (Working hours: Close now)
Brunei visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Brunei diplomatic mission offices to Malaysia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Malaysia traveling to Brunei from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Malaysia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 64,543 | N/A |
| 2009 | 62,084 | -3.81% |
| 2010 | 62,699 | 0.99% |
| 2011 | 61,470 | -1.96% |
| 2012 | 62,699 | 2.00% |
| 2013 | 64,543 | 2.94% |
| 2014 | 62,084 | -3.81% |
| 2015 | 62,699 | 0.99% |
| 2016 | 59,011 | -5.88% |
| 2017 | 62,699 | 6.25% |
| 2018 | 59,625 | -4.90% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Brunei & Malaysia comparison
Brunei's area is approximately 5,270 km2 (2,034 sq mi), while the area of Malaysia is approximately 328,550 km2 (126,853 sq mi). This means Malaysia is 62.34 times bigger than Brunei.
As of April 2024, Brunei's population is ~454453 people - 33,594,577 fewer people than the population of Malaysia.
We have highlighted Brunei & Malaysia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Brunei | Malaysia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 454,453 | 34,049,030 | 33.6 million fewer people live in Brunei than Malaysia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 107 | Brunei has 65 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Malaysia. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 121 | 133 | Brunei passport holders visit 12 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 38 | 126 | Brunei hosts 88 fewer foreign missions than Malaysia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Malaysia travel to Brunei in one year?
The number of visitors from Malaysia visiting Brunei in 2018 was approximately 59,625.
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