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(a) Certain nationals have to apply for a visa with a reference/approval from the Immigration Department in Malaysia, rather than through an Overseas Mission in their country of residence. (b) Foreign women who are at least six months pregnant (unless in transit) may be denied entry. (c) Nationals of Israel and Serbia & Montenegro require special approval from the Ministry of Home Affairs, and must be travelling for a special reason.

A valid passport or other travel documents recognised by the Malaysian government required by all. The former must have enough pages for the embarkation stamp upon arrival and be valid for at least six months at date of entry. The latter should be endorsed with a valid re-entry permit. If not in possession of a passport or travel document, a Document in lieu of Passport must be obtained from any Malaysian Representation Office. Holders of travel documents such as a Certificate of Identity, a Laisser Passer, a Titre de Voyage or a Country’s Certificate of Residence must ensure guarantee of return to country that issued the documents or the national’s country of residence.

All visitors must also have proof of adequate funds and an onward or return sea or air ticket.

Visas are required by all except the following:
(a) 1. nationals of countries referred to in the chart above for stays of up to three months, except nationals of Cyprus, Estonia, Greece, Lithuania, Malta, Portugal and Slovenia who may stay for up to one month, and nationals of Latvia, who do require a visa;
(b) nationals of Albania, Algeria, Argentina, Bahrain, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Brazil, Croatia, Cuba, Egypt, Iceland, Japan, Jordan, Korea (Rep), Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Morocco, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Peru, Qatar, Romania, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, United Arab Emirates, Uruguay and Yemen for social visits of up to three months;
(e) nationals of Iran, Libya, the Syrian Arab Republic, and holders of Palestinian travel documents or a Macau Travel Permit for social visits of up to 14 days;
(f) nationals of all countries other than those mentioned above for stays of up to one month, except for nationals of Afghanistan, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, China (PR), Colombia, Congo (Dem Rep), Congo (Rep), Côte D'Ivoire, Djibouti, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, India, Iraq, Israel, Latvia, Liberia, Mali, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Serbia & Montenegro, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Taiwan and Western Sahara who always require a visa.

Certain nationals can only enter Malaysia through airports and not seaports. Nationals may still require a pass upon arrival, even if they are permitted to enter Malaysia visa-free.

Single-entry: £10. Prices are subject to change. Student: MYR60 per year, available only in Malaysia. Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for details.

One to three months from date of issue. Multiple-entry visas are valid for up to three months; in certain cases, validity of up to 12 months may be granted. Extensions are also possible. Enquire at the Malaysian High Commission for further details. Transit: five days. The validity of the visa can also vary from nationality to nationality in accordance with whether a reference from the Immigration Department is obtained.

Malaysian High Commission; see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Valid passport. (b) Two identical passport-size photos. (c) Fee (payable in cash or postal order only). (d) Two completed application forms. (e) Proof of sufficient funds (eg most recent bank statement). (f) Onward or return ticket or travel itinerary from travel agent. (g) Letter of introduction (and copy) from applicant’s employer, college or university. For the spouse who is not working, a marriage certificate, photocopy of other spouse’s passport and a letter of introduction from their spouse's employer must be submitted. (h) Self-addressed envelope (recorded delivery) if applying by post. Student: (a)-(h) and, (i) Letter of acceptance and covering letter from educational institution in Malaysia. (j) Stamped personal bond.

Same day – morning submission of the application (0915-1215) and afternoon collection (1530-1630). Times apply to the Malaysian High Commission in London. Applications by post take approximately two weeks. Students who apply for a student pass on arrival will usually obtain one within two weeks.

Malaysian High Commission in the UK
45 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QT, UK
Tel: (020) 7235 8033 or 7930 7932 (tourist board).
E-mail: mwlondon@btinternet.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1400-1700; 0915-1215 (consular section).
Also deals with tourism enquiries.

Embassy of Malaysia in the USA
3516 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 572 9700.
E-mail: malwash@kln.gov.my

45 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QT, UK
Tel: (020) 7235 8033 or 7930 7932 (tourist board).
E-mail: mwlondon@btinternet.com
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1400-1700; 0915-1215 (consular section).
Also deals with tourism enquiries.

Malaysia House, 57 Trafalgar Square, London WC2N 5DU, UK
Tel: (020) 7930 7932.
Website: www.malaysiatrulyasia.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700.

3516 International Court, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 572 9700.
E-mail: malwash@kln.gov.my

120 East 56th Street, Suite 810, New York, NY 10022, USA
Tel: (212) 754 1113-5.
Website: www.tourismmalaysia.gov.my

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A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travellers over 1 year of age arriving within six days from infected areas. Those countries formerly classified as endemic by the WHO are considered by the Malaysian authorities to be infected areas.

Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is not a condition of entry to Malaysia, although it may be required if travelling on to a cholera-infected country. However, outbreaks have been reported in Semphorna and Pulau Gaya, Sabah, in May 2005; see the Health appendix.

Typhoid risk exists, especially in rural areas. Vaccination again poliomyelitis and typhoid is recommended. There was an outbreak of typhoid in Kelantan in April 2005.

Malaria risk exists only in certain isolated inland regions. Urban and coastal areas are safe. The falciparum strain is reported to be highly resistant to chloroquine and resistant to sulfadoxine/pyrimethamine. The recommended prophylaxis is mefloquine.

All water should be regarded as being potentially contaminated. Water used for drinking or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products that are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

It is generally considered safe to drink water straight from the tap; however, as no authority is absolutely clear on this matter, the above advice is included as it reflects the necessity for caution for visitors who are unused to the Malaysian way of life.

Hepatitis A, C and E occur and hepatitis B is hyperendemic. Epidemics of dengue fever and Japanese encephalitis can occur in both urban and rural areas. Immunisation against tetanus, TB, diphtheria, hepatitis A and E is recommended. Outbreaks of meningococcal meningitis can occur.
There may be some risk of rabies in certain areas. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.
Malaysia has periodic problems with air quality reaching hazardous levels because of smoke haze. For more information on the air quality in Malaysia please visit the Malaysian Department for the Environment’s website at: www.jas.sains.my/jas/Air+Pollutant+Index
In February 2006, local health authorities confirmed the presence of the virus in 40 chickens that died in villages on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpar. No human infections or deaths have been reported. The risk to humans from avian influenza is believed to be very low. As a precaution, visitors should avoid visiting live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where they may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.
There have been large-scale outbreaks of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) across Sarawak in early 2006. HFMD is a communicable disease, which affects all age groups, but children are particularly vulnerable. As a precaution, the Malaysian Government has ordered day care centres, kindergartens and some primary schools across Sarawak to close. The disease usually causes mild illness but may occasionally take a more serious form, sometimes resulting in death. For further information on HFMD, please visit the NaTHNac website: www.nathnac.org/pro/clinical_updates/HFMD_140306.htm

Health insurance is recommended. Hospitals are found in all the main cities and can deal with all major needs. Private hospitals, some managed and staffed by British-trained doctors and nurses, provide a high standard of medical care and include Gleneagles Intan Medical Centre in Kuala Lumpur and Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital, Selangor. Smaller towns and rural areas have private clinics. In an emergency, dial 999.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Jan 10 Hari Raya Qurban (Feast of the Sacrifice). Jan 29-30 Chinese New Year. Jan 31 Hari Raya Tussa (Islamic New Year). Apr 11 Mawlid al-Nabi (Birth of the Prophet Muhammad). May 1 Labour Day. May 13 Vesak Day (Birth of the Buddha). Jun 3 Official Birthday of HM the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. Aug 31 National Day. Oct 21 Deepvali Festival. Oct 22-24 Hari Raya Puasa (End of Ramadan). Dec 25 Christmas Day. Dec 31 Hari Raya Qurban (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Jan 20 Hari Raya Tussa (Islamic New Year). Feb 18 Chinese New Year. Mar 31 Mawlid al-Nabi (Birth of the Prophet Muhammad). May 1 Labour Day. May 2 Vesak Day (Birth of the Buddha). Jun 4 Official Birthday of HM the Yang di-Pertuan Agong.

(a) Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Hari Raya Puasa, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Some restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Hari Raya Puasa itself and Hari Raja Haji may last anything from two to 10 days, depending on the region. For more information see the World of Islam appendix. (b) Buddhist festivals are also timed according to phases of the moon and variations may occur.