now that the visa exemption is for 45 days I’m wondering if it’s even worth the hassle of applying for the visa, but I’m in Penang already so I might as well do that.
Since the multiple entry is also quite a bit more expensive than the single, you must consider if it’s worth your while. It does save you a second and potentially third application, though.
Poor communication from the authorities, as usual. The third header is called “Without a visa”, but the above sections are for visa exemptions, aka “without a visa”.