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Malaysians can now apply for a passport that remains valid for up to 10 years, following the gazettement of new regulations that came into force on 3 June
The change was formalised through the Fees (Passports and Visas) (Amendment) Order 2026, which was published in the Federal Government Gazette yesterday.
Previously, Malaysian international passports were generally issued with a validity period of five years.
Under the new regulations, eligible Malaysians aged between 18 and 59 can now obtain a passport with a validity period of 10 years for RM350.
The move effectively doubles the passport validity period, reducing the need for frequent renewals for travellers who regularly travel abroad.
Here's how much the new 10-year passport costs
The gazette maintains special considerations for several groups of Malaysians, with exemptions also for officers and staff of the Immigration Department of Malaysia.
Senior citizens aged 60 and above will pay only RM175 for a 10-year passport, half the standard fee charged to most adult applicants.
According to the gazetted order, the fee structure for the new 10-year passport is as follows:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Malaysians aged 18 to 59 | RM350 |
| Senior citizens aged 60 and above | RM175 |
| Persons with disabilities (OKU) aged 18 and above with a valid Kad OKU | Free |
| Immigration Department officers and staff | Free |
As a comparison, the current fees for a five-year passport are:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Malaysians aged 13 to 59 | RM200 |
| Senior citizens (60 years and above) | RM100 |
| Children aged 12 and below | RM100 |
| Students aged 21 and below studying for degree abroad | RM100 |
| Persons with disabilities (OKU) | Free |
The 10-year passport fee is effectively 75% higher than the current five-year fee, but provides double validity period.
The government also updated rules involving students studying overseas
Apart from introducing the new 10-year passport category, the amendment also updates wording relating to students studying abroad.
The regulations now specifically refer to students who are "studying for a degree programme abroad", replacing the broader phrase "studying abroad" that appeared in previous provisions.
Higher replacement fees apply if a 10-year passport is lost or damaged
The gazette also introduced a new schedule of replacement charges for lost or damaged 10-year passports.
For Malaysians aged between 18 and 59, the replacement fee is:
- RM550 for the first replacement
- RM850 for the second replacement
- RM1,350 for the third and subsequent replacements
Lower replacement rates apply to senior citizens, while OKU holders and Immigration Department staff are subject to a separate replacement fee schedule.
The amendment was made under powers granted by the Fees Act 1951 and was signed on behalf of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong
With the new regulations now in force, Malaysians can officially obtain passports valid for up to a decade, marking one of the biggest changes to the country's passport system in recent years.
For frequent travellers, the change means fewer renewals, less paperwork, and a longer validity period before needing to apply for a new passport.
