{"id":2997,"date":"2025-04-21T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/johorbahru.wordcamp.org\/2025\/?p=2997"},"modified":"2025-04-21T11:01:13","modified_gmt":"2025-04-21T03:01:13","slug":"mdac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/johorbahru.wordcamp.org\/2025\/mdac\/","title":{"rendered":"Essential Travel Information to Enter Malaysia (MDAC)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you&#8217;re planning to attend&nbsp;<strong>WordCamp Johor Bahru 2025<\/strong>, ensure a smooth entry into Malaysia by completing the&nbsp;<strong>Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)<\/strong>&nbsp;in advance. This requirement applies to all foreign visitors, except for exempted categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who Needs to Register for MDAC?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All travelers who are&nbsp;<strong>not Malaysian citizens<\/strong>&nbsp;must fill out the&nbsp;<strong>MDAC online<\/strong>&nbsp;at least&nbsp;<strong>3 days before arrival<\/strong>. This applies regardless of your departure country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exemptions from MDAC Registration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The following travelers&nbsp;<strong>do not need<\/strong>&nbsp;to submit the MDAC:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Singapore Citizens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diplomatic &amp; Official Passport Holders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Malaysia PR \/ Long-Term Pass Holders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brunei GCI \/ Frequent Traveler Facility Holders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thailand Border Pass Holders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indonesia PLB Holders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Register for MDAC<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For a quick guide on registration, visit the official link below:<br>\ud83d\udd17\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imi.gov.my\/index.php\/pengumuman\/malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac-for-foreign-visitors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.imi.gov.my\/index.php\/pengumuman\/malaysia-digital-arrival-card-mdac-for-foreign-visitors<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Planning Your Trip to WordCamp JB 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you have all the necessary travel documents ready before heading to Johor Bahru. For more details on transportation options, check out these helpful guides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/johorbahru.wordcamp.org\/2025\/getting-there\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Get to WordCamp JB 2025<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A guide on reaching the venue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/johorbahru.wordcamp.org\/2025\/travel-from-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Travel from Singapore<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Useful tips if you travel through Singapore.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ensure a hassle-free journey by preparing early, and we look forward to seeing you at&nbsp;<strong>WordCamp Johor Bahru 2025!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get your ticket&#8217;s here!<br><a href=\"https:\/\/johorbahru.wordcamp.org\/2025\/tickets\/\">https:\/\/johorbahru.wordcamp.org\/2025\/tickets\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re planning to attend&nbsp;WordCamp Johor Bahru 2025, ensure a smooth entry into Malaysia by completing the&nbsp;Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)&nbsp;in advance. 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