Finally! Malaysia Officially Introduces 10-Year Passport Validity at RM350, Half Price for Senior Citizens

Good news for frequent travellers as Malaysia has finally introduced a new passport option with up to 10 years of validity.

According to the Passport and Visa Fees (Amendment) Order 2026, a Federal Government Gazette signed by Chief Secretary Shamsul Azri Abu Bakar that was published yesterday (3 June), Malaysians can apply for the 10-year passport at varying fees according to their respective categories.

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New passport renewal structure in Malaysia

The move is aimed at reducing the need for frequent passport renewals, especially for frequent travellers.

Previously, Malaysian international passports were issued with a five-year validity period for RM200, while senior citizens paid RM100.

Under the new rules, the fee structure for the 10-year passport is as follows:

• Malaysians aged 18 to 59: RM350
• Senior citizens aged 60 and above: RM175
• Persons with Disabilities (PWD) card holders: Free
• Immigration Department officers and staff: Free

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What about passport replacement fees?

Meanwhile, the gazette also outlines the fees for replacing damaged or lost passports for first-time replacements as follows:

• Malaysians aged 13 to 59: RM550 (previously RM400)
• Senior citizens aged 60 and above: RM385
• Persons with Disabilities (PWD) cardholders: RM200

Second replacements

• Malaysians aged 13 to 59: RM850, with subsequent replacements costing RM1,350
• Senior citizens aged 60 and above: RM675, with subsequent replacements at RM1,175
• PWD cardholders: RM500, with subsequent replacements at RM1,000

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