Entry visa requirements: Visitors to Malaysia must be in possession of valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the intended visiting period. Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits. All Arab nationals holding normal passports will get visas on arrival except travel documents.
Getting There: The sate-of-the-art Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is the main gateway into the country, and services over 45 international airlines. The newly-opened Low-Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT) is situated 20km from the main terminal building.
Customs: Trafficking in illegal drugs is a serious offence and importing large amounts of foreign currencies requires a declaration.
Language: Behasa Melayu (Malay) is the national language but English & Arabic are widely spoken.
Religion: Islam is the official religion but all other religions are freely practiced.
Climate: Malaysia essentially observes tropical weather, with temperatures ranging from 20°C to 30°C on an average. Humidity is a common feature, which can be duly expected from its proximity to waters.
Currency: The Malaysian currency is called Ringgit Malaysia and is denoted by symbol RM, which is divided into 100 sen (cents). Ringgit comes in, both notes and coins.
Transport: Malaysia certainly has a brilliant transport system to boast of. It has all modes of transportation, ranging from air to rail and road to sea. Malaysia's well-developed road and rail connections also connect it with the neighboring countries - Singapore and Thailand.
Express Rail Link & KL Monorail: The KLIA Ekspres and KLIA Transit are the fastest modes of transport that ply between the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang, and the city. KL Monorail and the KMT Komuter inter-city rail services offer hassle-free accessibility to all well-known landmarks in KL as well as outlying districts and nearby towns.
Taxis: Tourism Malaysia recommends Pempena taxi services for comfort, courtesy, reliability and dependability. For more information visit www.tourismtaxi.com
Health Services: In the event you need medical care, there are private clinics in most towns. It is a good idea to take out a medical insurance before you travel as Malaysia does not have reciprocal health service agreements with other nations.
Safety: Malaysia is a safe country. However visitors are advised to take certain precautionary measures to ensure their safety.
Shopping: True colors of an international destination appear in Malaysia. Shopping freaks could really have a great time, roaming through street markets, sidewalk stalls, night markets and shopping malls. Shoppers get the best of Asia, varying from branded, designer merchandise to local handicrafts.
Eating in & out: Enjoy a profusion of mouth-watering delicacies while dining out in KL. Halal food is widely available and there are ample eateries offering great Arabic food. There are also plenty of modern supermarkets carrying a wide range of processed and fresh foods and beverages, at prices similar to those in the Middle Eastern countries.