Diplomatic representation of Malaysia in Australia
Malaysian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of Malaysia in Canberra represents Malaysia in Australia and provides diplomatic, consular, passport, immigration and visa services for Malaysian citizens and other eligible applicants.
Contact details
Contact the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of Malaysia in Canberra is Malaysia’s resident diplomatic mission in Australia.
Visitor entrance: for consular and immigration matters, use the public entrance at 129 Empire Circuit rather than the main Perth Avenue entrance.
High Commission location
Where is the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra?
The High Commission of Malaysia is located in Yarralumla, Canberra.
The chancery address is 7 Perth Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
Visitors attending for consular or immigration matters should use the public entrance at 129 Empire Circuit, as specified by the High Commission.
About the mission
About the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra
The High Commission of Malaysia in Canberra is Malaysia’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. As both Malaysia and Australia are members of the Commonwealth, the resident diplomatic mission is designated a High Commission.
The mission represents the Malaysian government and supports bilateral relations between Malaysia and Australia while providing consular assistance and administrative services for Malaysian citizens and eligible applicants.
Malaysia also maintains additional consular representation in Australia, including Consulates-General in Melbourne and Perth and consular representation in Sydney.
Consular assistance
Consular Services
The High Commission provides consular, immigration and related services for Malaysian citizens and other eligible applicants.
Malaysian passports
Malaysian citizens can contact the Immigration Section for information about eligible passport applications and related travel-document procedures.
Visa and immigration matters
The Immigration Section handles eligible visa, immigration and passport enquiries. Applicants should check the current requirements for their nationality and purpose of travel before applying.
Consular services
The Consular Section assists with eligible consular and document-related matters and provides appropriate assistance to Malaysian citizens in Australia.
Contact the correct section: passport, visa and immigration enquiries should be directed to the Immigration Section, while other consular matters can be directed to the High Commission’s Consular Section.
Planning your visit
Appointments at the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra
Check the current instructions for your particular service before attending the High Commission.
The High Commission’s general operating hours are currently Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
DFAT separately lists consular hours from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
Appointment and submission arrangements can vary depending on whether you require passport, immigration, visa or another consular service. Check the current instructions for your procedure before travelling.
Before visiting: confirm whether your particular service requires an appointment and remember that the public entrance for Consular and Immigration matters is at 129 Empire Circuit.
Consular network
Jurisdiction and Consular Responsibilities
Malaysia maintains several diplomatic and consular offices in Australia.
The High Commission in Canberra is Malaysia’s principal diplomatic mission in Australia. Additional Malaysian consular posts operate in other parts of the country.
The Malaysian Ministry of Foreign Affairs currently lists a Consulate-General in Melbourne, a Consulate-General in Perth and consular representation in Sydney.
Applicants should use the Malaysian mission responsible for their location and particular service where regional arrangements apply. Contact the relevant office before travelling if you are unsure which mission should handle your application.
Visitor information
Before You Visit
Check the latest instructions for your service before travelling to the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra.
Use the correct entrance
Visitors attending for Consular and Immigration matters should use the public entrance at 129 Empire Circuit.
Prepare your documents
Check the current requirements for your procedure and prepare all required forms, identification and supporting documents before attending.
Check service arrangements
Passport, immigration, visa and other consular procedures may have different submission and appointment requirements. Check the relevant instructions before travelling.
Important: operating hours, appointment procedures and document requirements can change. Always check the latest official information before attending the High Commission.
Frequently asked questions
Malaysian High Commission Canberra FAQ
What is the address of the Malaysian High Commission in Canberra?
The High Commission of Malaysia is located at 7 Perth Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia.
Which entrance should consular visitors use?
The High Commission states that visitors attending for Consular and Immigration matters should use the public entrance at 129 Empire Circuit, Yarralumla.
What is the telephone number of the Malaysian High Commission?
The general telephone numbers are +61 2 6120 0300 and +61 2 6120 0310. Separate telephone numbers are provided for Immigration, Visa, Passport and Consular matters.
What are the High Commission’s opening hours?
The High Commission currently publishes operating hours from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
What are the consular hours?
DFAT currently lists consular hours from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm, Monday to Friday.
Can I contact the High Commission about a Malaysian passport?
Yes. The Immigration Section provides dedicated telephone and email contacts for passport, visa and immigration enquiries.
Do I need an appointment at the Malaysian High Commission?
Attendance and appointment arrangements depend on the service required. Check the current instructions for your passport, immigration, visa or consular procedure before visiting.
Does Malaysia have other consular offices in Australia?
Yes. Malaysia maintains additional consular representation in Australia, including Consulates-General in Melbourne and Perth and consular representation in Sydney.
Official information
Sources
Official sources used to verify the mission, contact details, opening hours and Malaysian consular network in Australia.