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| Visa | Commonwealth citizens and most European nationals do not need visas for visits of less than three months. Visitors are usually issued an extendable 30 or 60-day visa on arrival. For other nationalities please contact the embassy or consulate of Malaysia. | | Time | GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) plus 8 hours | | Electricity | 220-240V, 50 Hz | | Weights and Measures | Metric | | Health | Vaccinations
Travellers from countries infected with yellow fever are required to get a vaccination against this disease. Recommended are vaccinations against Hepatitis A, diphtheria , poliomyelitis and tetanus. Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. Please contact the nearest vaccination cantre before departure.
Water and Hygiene
It is generally considered safe to drink tap water, however it is best to use bottled water for drinking. Be very selective about marine fish and avoid river fish. Make sure all meats and shellfish are well cooked and preferably served hot. Fresh, well-cooked, hot food from clean restaurants and food stalls is the safest option. | | Health Care | Smaller towns and rural areas have private clinics. Government hospitals serve the local population, not foreign visitors, except in emergencies. | | Communication | In case of emergency one can call 999. This number is valid for police, medical, fire, and other emergencies. The international access code for Malaysia is 60. | | Money | The currency of Malaysia is the Ringgit (R), or Malaysian dollar. Currencies can be exchanged easily in the main tourist centres. If you would like to know the most recent exchange rate for this country's currency, go to the Oanda website. Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, and American Express credit cards are accepted at hotels, shops, and restaurants. Banks in Malaysia are linked to international banking networks, which allow you to withdraw money from overseas savings accounts through ATMs. | | Links | Official site of the Malaysian Tourism Board
Oanda Currency converter
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