Frequently Asked Questions
Passport/Visa
How do I renew my Malaysian passport here?
1. Consulate General of Malaysia, Los Angeles:
Both walk-in and mail in application are permitted. Once your application has been reviewed, it will be forwarded to the Immigration Office in New York for process. Processing time will take approximately 6-8 weeks.
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2. Consulate General of Malaysia, New York:
Malaysia Immigration Office is located in New York and it is the only producing office of Malaysia International Passport in the United States of America. Applicants must be present to submit applications. Mail-in application is not permitted.
I'm interested to move back to Malaysia with my non-Malaysian spouse, which visa do I apply for my spouse?
I just completed my studies here. Can I extend my visa?
Can I have 2 passports at the same time?
MPBA
Who can join MPBA?
All Malaysians in NorCal.
Who can attend MPBA events?
Life in the Bay Area
Can I drive in California with a Malaysian driver's licence?
Visitors over 18 years old with a valid DL from their home state or country may drive in California without getting a California DL as long as their home state or country DL is valid.
I'm a Malaysian married to a US Citizen in the US. How do I obtain a Malaysian marriage certificate.
Here's how to report your marriage to Malaysia and obtain a Malaysian marriage certificate.
Where do I buy my regular Malaysian ingredients or condiments such as sambal, pandan leaves etc?