10 Indian Nationals Denied Entry into Malaysia Despite Visa-Free Policy

10 Indian Travelers Turned Away at Malaysian Airport Despite Visa-Free Rule

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA — Ten Indian nationals were recently denied entry into Malaysia at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), even though the country currently offers visa-free travel to Indian citizens.

According to a report by MalayMail, Malaysia's Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS) conducted a major security operation at the airport, screening over 400 passengers arriving on high-risk flights. During the seven-hour sweep, 99 travelers were refused entry — including 80 from Bangladesh, 10 from India, and 9 from Pakistan. All were men.

Authorities said the group failed to pass immigration checks. Some had suspicious travel histories or unclear reasons for visiting Malaysia. Officials conducted background checks, document reviews, and individual interviews before deporting the travelers back to their home countries.

The Malaysian government emphasized that these checks are part of ongoing efforts to prevent visa abuse and stop human trafficking.

This comes despite Malaysia’s current visa-free policy for Indian tourists, which allows Indian passport holders to enter and stay in the country for up to 30 days without a visa — a program recently extended through December 31, 2026. The policy aims to boost tourism and support the country’s economy.