For Brazil passport holders entering Malaysia

Malaysia MDAC for Brazilian Citizens

Flying from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, or Brasília? Brazilian passports get 90 days visa free in Malaysia. But you still need MDAC before you land. The distance is long, so timing matters. Your name on the form is the other part to watch. Brazilian passports carry multiple surnames and accents. Copy the machine-readable line exactly.

Quick facts

  • No direct flights from Brazil to Malaysia
  • Common routes use Dubai (Emirates), Doha (Qatar Airways), or Istanbul (Turkish Airlines)
  • Brazilian names include multiple surnames, copy them exactly
  • Submit MDAC within 72 hours before arrival

How to use this page

  • Set Brazil as departure country even if you transit through Dubai or Doha.
  • Copy your name from the machine-readable zone at the bottom of your passport page.
  • Include all your surnames exactly as shown.

What matters for Brazil

Visa free, but MDAC stays

Brazilian passports get 90 days visa free in Malaysia. That covers most tourist and business visits from Brazil. MDAC is a mandatory extra step, not included in visa free entry.

Dubai or Doha as hubs

Emirates flies from São Paulo and Rio to Dubai, then connect to KL. Qatar Airways via Doha is another major option.

Portuguese naming format

Brazilian names follow Portuguese convention with two or more surnames. Enter them exactly as on your passport.

Peak travel from Brazil

December to February (summer holidays and Carnival), July (winter break), and year-end holidays see more Brazilian travelers.

Long-haul timing

The flight from Brazil to Malaysia takes over 24 hours. Count your 72-hour window from the KL arrival time, not your departure from Brazil.

Popular spots in Malaysia

Brazilian visitors love Kuala Lumpur, Penang for food, Langkawi for beaches, and Borneo for wildlife and rainforest.

Country details

Use these details to keep the form aligned with your passport and route.

Route via Dubai

Most Brazilian travelers fly GRU-DXB-KL on Emirates. Qatar Airways via Doha is another strong option. Keep Brazil as departure country on MDAC.

Machine-readable zone

The two-line code shows your name in Latin letters. Use it for the MDAC form.

Carnival and summer peaks

Brazilian summer (December to February) and Carnival week bring more travelers. Apply a day early during these periods.

Transit rule

If you stay airside during a layover, you may not need MDAC for that stop. But you need it for Malaysia entry.

Accents in names

Brazilian names carry accents like á, â, ã, ç, é, ê, í, ó, ô, õ, ú. The MDAC form only accepts basic Latin characters.

Before you submit

Check your passport number, flight number, and address in Malaysia carefully. Any mismatch may slow down your entry at KLIA or Penang airport.

FAQ

Short answers for common MDAC questions from Brazil travelers.

Do Brazilian citizens need MDAC for Malaysia?
Yes. MDAC is a mandatory registration step on top of visa free entry. The two are separate requirements.
How do I enter my full name?
Enter your full name including all surnames exactly as shown in the machine-readable zone of your passport.
What if I fly through Dubai or Doha?
Keep Brazil as the departure country on MDAC. A connection in Dubai or Doha does not change where your journey began.
When should Brazilian travelers submit MDAC?
Within 72 hours before you land in Malaysia. Brazil is 11 hours behind Malaysia, so check the timing carefully.
Do children on a Brazilian passport need MDAC?
Yes, each person needs an individual MDAC submission. That includes children and infants traveling on a Brazilian passport.
Is MDAC needed for transit?
If you stay airside during a layover, you may not need MDAC for that stop. But you need it for Malaysia entry.

Ready to apply

Complete your MDAC before you travel

Use the correct name format, route, and arrival date. That keeps your submission clean at the border.

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