How should I enter my name with two surnames?

Type your full name as it appears on your Peruvian passport. Most Peruvian passports carry one or two given names and both paternal and maternal surnames. Enter them in the exact same order.

What is the best route from Lima to Kuala Lumpur?

Turkish Airlines via Istanbul is popular. KLM via Amsterdam and Iberia via Madrid are common alternatives. Set Peru as the departure country regardless of your transit stop.

When should I submit the MDAC as a Peruvian traveler?

Within 72 hours before landing in Malaysia. Count from your arrival time in Kuala Lumpur, not from your Lima departure.

Do children traveling on a Peruvian passport need MDAC?

Yes, each traveler with their own passport needs a separate MDAC submission.

Is MDAC needed when transiting through KLIA?

If you stay in the transit area without clearing immigration, you probably do not need MDAC for that stop. If you exit the transit zone, you do.

For Peruvian passport holders entering Malaysia

Malaysia MDAC for Peruvian Citizens

Q: Do Peruvian citizens need MDAC for Malaysia?

Yes. Visa free entry does not remove the MDAC requirement.

Headed to Malaysia from Lima, Cusco, or Arequipa? Peruvian passports get 90 days visa free, which is plenty for a Southeast Asian trip. MDAC is still required before you land. The main thing to watch is your name on the form. Peruvians carry two surnames on their passport (paternal and maternal), and the MDAC form needs the full name exactly as printed. Double-check every letter before you submit.

Quick facts

90 days visa free for Peruvian passport holders
No direct flights; popular routes via Istanbul, Madrid, or Amsterdam
Peruvian passports show paternal and maternal surnames, enter both
Submit MDAC within 72 hours before arrival in Malaysia

How to use this page

Set Peru as departure even if your flight stops in Istanbul or Madrid.
Write both surnames as shown on your passport. No shortcuts.
Match your arrival date to your flight schedule, not the other way around.

What matters for Peru

90 days visa free

Peruvian passports get 90 days visa free entry to Malaysia. That covers most holidays. MDAC sits on top of that and applies every time you enter.

Lima connects through Istanbul

Turkish Airlines flies Lima (LIM) via Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. KLM via Amsterdam and Iberia via Madrid are good options too. Emirates via Dubai also works.

Two surnames on the form

Peruvian passports show paternal and maternal surnames. If your name is Juan Pablo Quispe Mamani, enter Juan Pablo as given name and Quispe Mamani as surname. Exactly as printed.

Peak travel from Peru

January and February are summer break in Peru. July is winter school vacation. Fiestas Patrias (July 28-29) and Semana Santa also see more Peruvians traveling abroad.

Timing your submission

The 72-hour window counts from your arrival in KL, not from Lima departure. A long layover in Istanbul or Dubai means less time to submit.

Popular spots in Malaysia

Peruvian visitors head to Kuala Lumpur, Penang for hawker food, and Langkawi for beach resorts. The Perhentian Islands and Sabah in Borneo draw the nature travelers.

Country details

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

Route via Istanbul or Madrid

Turkish Airlines via Istanbul and Iberia via Madrid are the most common options from Lima. Set Peru as your departure country on MDAC regardless of transit stops.

Full name format

Your Peruvian passport shows all surnames. Example: Maria Elena Torres Rivas. Enter Maria Elena in the given name field and Torres Rivas in the surname field.

Holiday travel peaks

Summer break (January-February) is busiest. Winter break (July) and long weekends around Fiestas Patrias also see increased travel. Apply a day early during these periods.

Transit rule

If you remain airside in Istanbul, Madrid, or Dubai without passing immigration, you do not need MDAC for those stops. MDAC is only for entering Malaysia.

Short stay note

90 days visa free covers most visits. MDAC is always needed separately, even for a short stop in KL or a quick beach trip to Langkawi.

Before you submit

Triple-check your passport number, flight details, and hotel address. Errors in how your name is entered are the most common issue for Peruvian travelers.

FAQ

Short answers for common MDAC questions from Peruvian travelers.

Do Peruvian citizens need MDAC for Malaysia?

Yes. Visa free entry does not cancel the MDAC requirement.

How do I enter my full name with two surnames?

Type your full name exactly as on your passport. Include both paternal and maternal surnames. The correct order is given names first, then both surnames.

What is the most common route from Peru to Malaysia?

Lima to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, then connecting to KL. KLM via Amsterdam and Iberia via Madrid are also popular. Keep Peru as departure country on the form.

When should I submit my MDAC?

Submit within 72 hours before you land. Count from your KL arrival time, not your departure from Lima. A long layover reduces your submission window.

Do children with their own passport need MDAC?

Yes. Anyone traveling on their own passport needs a separate MDAC, including children and infants.

Do I need MDAC when transiting through KL?

Not if you stay airside and skip immigration. If you leave the transit area for any reason, you need MDAC to re-enter.

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Complete your MDAC before you travel

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

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