Tips and Requiment To Enter Malaysia

Money Matters Commercial banks are authorised foreign exchange dealers and are open daily from 9.30 am to 4.00 pm. Other licensed money changers operate in transport hubs and major shopping malls. Most hotels exchange currency and accept travellers' cheques. Major credit cards are widely accepted. Tips: Use money changer operate by mamak to get better value. Entry Requirements A valid passport (and visa if applicable) is necessary for all persons entering Malaysia. Travel between Peninsular Malaysia and the states of Sabah and Sarawak requires a passport. All visitors are required to complete and Arrival/ Departure Card and customs Declaration Form. Prohibited Goods The trafficking of dangerous drugs in Malaysia is serious offense that can result in mandatory death sentence. Special permit are required to carry firearms and ammunition. Passengers must declare the following items to the Plant Quarantine Office upon arrival: plant parts, including fresh produce, processed products, soil, insects, micro-organisms and dried flowers. Business Support The Malaysia External Trade Developement Corpration or MATRADE is a national trade promotion agency which links Malaysia exports to foreign imporetes. Supported by a network of three regional and 34 offices worldwide, MATRADE offers a range of facilities and services to assist Malaysian businessman to secure export opportunities and also foreign businessman wishing to source for products services from Malaysia. Information Call MATRADE at +603 6207 7707 fax +603 6203 7037 / 7033 or visit www.matrade.gov.my The Malaysian Industrial Development Authority (MIDA) is the Government's principal agency for the promotion and coordination of industrial development. MISA is the first point of contact for investors who intend to set up projects in the manufacturing and services sectors in Malaysia. Foreign investors pursuing interests on investment activities in Malaysia are advised to contact MIDA for assistance. Information Call +603 2267 3633, e-mail : promotion@mida.gov.my, visit www.mida.gov.my MATRADE and MIDA Business Information Counters are located within Visitor Service Centre at tha International Arrival Hall, Main Terminal Building KLIA. MALAYSIA FAST FACTS Official langguage Bahasa Malaysia, English is widely spoken. Official religion Islam, The population comprises Muslims, Buddhists, Hindus, Christians and followers of others religions. Climate Malaysia enjoys an equatirial climate ranging from 22 C to 32 C, with cooler temperatures in highland areas. Annual rainfall averages 200cm to 400cm with regional variation and distinct rainy season Tima The standart Malaysian time is eight (8) hours ahead of GMT.

Merdeka Calebration : 10 Things To DO This Month

1. Fly The Malaysian Flag Be it on your car, your office window or at balcony of your city condo, do justice to our Stripes of Glory (Jalur Gemilang the official name of the Malaysia flag) 2. Relearn The Rukunegara (Principles of Nationhood As student, we knew every word by heart, but ask a 30 year-old today and he's likely to stop at one (what do you mean there's five). There's no better time then now to reiterate our trust in God (kepercayaan kepada tuhan), loyalty to the King and country (Kesetiaan kepada raja dan negara) supremacy of the constitution (Keluhuran Perlembagaan), the rule of law (kedaulatan undang-undang) and courtesy and morality (kesopanan dan kesusilaan) 3. Sing Negaraku at the top of your voice Stand straight, chin up and belt out the national anthem to proudly (and loudly) proclaim your love for the country. 4. Compose a Patriotic Song Pray at the altar of Sudirman or keep hitting reply on that Frencasa Peters song until inspiration hits you. When all else fails, pick a song and rewrite the lyrics. 5. Compile a merdeka scrapbook Chronicle of Malaysia covers the last 50 years; you can start today - save newspaper clippings, photos, video - and aim to get published five decades from now. 6. Be a Malaysia Boleh Story Live up to the Malaysia Boleh spirit by being the first or the biggest in something. Make sure the Malaysia Book of Records is present as witness so your name will go down in Malaysia history. 7. Visit Stadium Merdeka This is where it all began, and is now also home to a murai depiciting the country's struggle for independence. Stroll along this memory wall, then enter the stadium and shout "Merdeka!" saven times, as Tunku Abdul Rahman did back then. 8. Fill Your Home with Bunga Raya Plants After all, it is the national flower, so let patriotism bloom all over your house. 9. Dine Like a Tunku Abdul Rahman Here's man who was as passionate for his country as he was about food. Learn a recipe or twh from Favorite Dishes from Tunku's Kitchen, and vow your friends and family with a Merdeka-themed dinner. 10. Be a part of The National Day Festivities Count down with the crowd at Dataran Merdekan on 30 August, then get up bright and early the next morning to watch the street parade at Putrajaya. Don't forget to bring a mini Jalur Gemilang and wave it like Miss Universe after winning the crown.