Climate: |
Equatorial/Tropical |
Average Temperature: |
Lowlands : 32 degree Celcius ; Highlands : 21 degree Celcius |
Currency: |
Malaysian Ringgit (RM). Travelers' cheques and foreign currencies can be changed for RM at banks and hotels for a nominal fee. |
Major Credit & Charge Cards: |
VISA, Mastercard, American Express, Diner |
Banking Hours: |
Monday to Friday : 9.30 a.m. till 4.00 p.m. |
Local Time: |
Standard Malaysian Time is 8 hours ahead of GMT. |
Electricity: |
240 volts AC/50-cycle system |
Language: |
Bahasa Malaysia is the national language. However, English is widely spoken. |
Entry Requirements: |
A valid passport (and visa wherever applicable) is required. |
Vehicles: |
Right-hand side drive requiring a valid driving license. |
