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Hoofdstad
Kuala Lumpur
Taal
Malay (Bahasa Malaysia), English
Valuta
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Beste reistijd
March–October
Veiligheid
Verhoogde voorzichtigheid
op basis van live overheidsadviezen
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UK FCDO: Avoid all but essential travel to parts
Beoordeeld 19 maart 2026 · Lees volledige advies op GOV.UK ↗
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Geringe afwijking — de 3 overheidsbronnen voor deze bestemming zijn het grotendeels eens.
Bijgewerkt op 30 augustus 2026
Vergelijk reisadviezen voor alle landen
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Laatst beoordeeld: 25 augustus 2026
Bronnen: officiële reisadviezen en gezondheidsautoriteiten · Hoe wij verifiëren
Visa-free for most nationalities: US (90 days), UK (90 days), Canada (90 days), Australia (90 days), most EU countries (90 days). Very generous visa-free policy.
Visa-free for most nationalities: US (90 days), UK (90 days), Canada (90 days), Australia (90 days), most EU countries (90 days). Very generous visa-free policy.
Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) must be submitted online at imigresen-online.imi.gov.my within 3 days before arrival. For nationalities requiring a visa, apply at Malaysian embassy.
MDAC: instant. Embassy visa: 3–5 business days.
MDAC: free. Embassy visa: varies by nationality ($15–50).
Visumvereisten variëren per nationaliteit en veranderen vaak. Controleer bij de ambassade van je land of de officiële immigratieautoriteit van de bestemming voor je vertrekt.
Generally safe for tourists. Kuala Lumpur has petty crime (snatch theft, pickpocketing) but violent crime against tourists is rare. East Malaysia (Borneo) is safe. Eastern Sabah coast has kidnapping risks — check advisories.
Gebaseerd op officiële reisadviezen van het Britse FCDO, continu gevolgd · Gegevensbronnen
Generally safe for tourists. Kuala Lumpur has petty crime (snatch theft, pickpocketing) but violent crime against tourists is rare. East Malaysia (Borneo) is safe. Eastern Sabah coast has kidnapping risks — check advisories.
Tap water is treated but most locals and visitors drink boiled or bottled water. Bottled water is very cheap.
Avoid the eastern coast of Sabah (Sandakan to Semporna border area) due to kidnapping risks. Monsoon seasons affect different coasts at different times. Haze from Indonesian fires can affect air quality (August–October).
Tipping is not expected. Service charge (10%) and government tax (6%) are added at most restaurants. Rounding up is appreciated at casual eateries. No tipping at hawker stalls.
Casual and lightweight. Cover shoulders and knees at mosques (robes are usually provided). Dress modestly in conservative Muslim areas. Beach towns are relaxed.
Muslim-majority country but multiethnic (Malay, Chinese, Indian). Alcohol is available but less visible than in non-Muslim countries. Respect prayer times and mosque etiquette. Remove shoes at all religious sites. During Ramadan, be discreet about eating in public in Muslim areas.