Malaysia • Passport

About the Malaysia passport

At #3 globally out of 200 ranked passports, the Malaysia passport puts holders ahead of 99% of the world. Alongside Belgium and Denmark, it sits among the world's strongest travel documents. Malaysia citizenship is inheritable across generations, meaning children born to Malaysia citizens abroad may be eligible to claim citizenship by descent.

Passport context

Malaysia applies a top marginal income tax rate of 30% and a capital gains tax rate of Varies. The country operates a territorial tax regime, taxing only income sourced within Malaysia, with foreign-sourced income generally exempt. Expats who establish tax residency in Malaysia and earn the bulk of their income abroad may significantly reduce their overall tax burden under this structure.

Where Malaysia passport holders can travel

Where a visa is required