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What should I know before applying for the DTV in Malaysia?

Khine *********************
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Does anyone have experience applying for the DTV in Malaysia? I’m planning to visit Malaysia and am considering applying for the DTV while I’m there.

I would really appreciate any advice or insights you can share on this matter.

Thank you!
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The DTV (Digital Nomad Visa) application process in Malaysia is known to be complex, often requiring extensive documentation. Applicants should be prepared to provide detailed proof of work, including a notarized employment contract from their home country's embassy. It's important to note that applications can generally only be submitted by individuals who have residency in Malaysia. Many expats recommend researching experiences of others who have applied and utilizing available resources.
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Myat *****
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I applied in KL. They wanted extensive additional documents. In my case, they even wanted my freelance job's company certification and employment contract notarized by my home country's embassy. Along with proof of my works.

Fortunately, a lot of my work activities are online and in media. So I just prepare a CV like page with all the links.

Then, I went to the motherland's embassy and get all the work related docs (in English) notarized with Embassy seal.

Then, I got approved.
Swit ***********
Swit ***********
You can only apply in Malaysia if you have residence there
Myat *****
Myat *****
no. As long as you can provide your accomodations reservations and entry stamp into Malaysia, you can. I have done that.
Khine *********************
Khine *********************
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@Myat ****
Hi Ako, how long was it takes for the entire process?
Swit ***********
Swit ***********
Andi ***********
Andi ***********
Malaysia is infamous for being the most demanding embassy to get approved for the DTV. You can find a lot of posts to confirm this. There are much easier embassies to apply from in SE Asia.
Khine *********************
Khine *********************
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