Malaysia
Southeast Asia · Asia
- Capital
- Kuala Lumpur
- Currency
- MYR (Ringgit)
- Language
- Malay / English
- Timezone
- MYT (UTC+8)
- Safety rating
- 7.6/10
- Best time to visit
- West coast (KL, Penang): December–February. East coast beaches: April–September.
Overview
Malaysia offers Petronas Twin Towers, ancient rainforests, pristine dive sites, incredible street food, and rich multicultural heritage.
Visa requirements
Most Western nationalities get 90 days visa-free on arrival.
Safety information
Malaysia is generally safe. Be mindful of bag snatching in cities.
Travel tips
Grab is widely used. Dress modestly in mosques. Nasi lemak for breakfast is non-negotiable.