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Malaysia Travel Information

Travelling Tips for Malaysia

Malaysia is a beautiful country, and hiring a car is a great way to explore it. It's easy to travel around in your car hire, thanks to the excellent highway infrastructure. Motorbikes are numerous in many areas of Malaysia, particularly in the cities and you are advised to exercise caution and give them plenty of space to allow for their often unpredictable behaviour

Malaysia Time difference

The Malaysia time difference is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT+8), so remember to set your clock when driving your cheap car hire in Penang. Malaysia does not operate Daylight-Saving Time.   

Language in Malaysia

Bahasa Melayu is the national language but English is widely spoken. Many Malaysians are bilingual, so if necessary don't hesitate to ask for directions when driving your cheap car hire in Kuala Lumpur.

Electricity in Malaysia

Electricity in Malaysia is 240 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. If you travel to Malaysia with a device that does not accept 240 Volts at 50 Hertz, you will need a voltage converter.

Currency in Malaysia

After booking your car hire in Malaysia, take a look at the current exchange rates to prepare for your holidays. The currency in Malaysia is the Ringgit (MYR). You will find ATM machines located in the cities and main tourist areas.

Tourism in Malaysia

When planning your holiday with a car hire be sure to have a look at the following websites to find out Malaysia  tourism office locations, places to visit and further information you may need before travelling. Visit the official Malaysia Tourism website for further information

Malaysia Visa & Embassy Information

UK citizens must have a valid passport but do not need a visa to enter Malaysia as a tourist. You will normally be given permission to stay for three months on arrival. Visas for longer stays or for non-tourist purposes must be obtained from the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission before travel. The British High Commission in Malaysia is located in Kuala Lampur. To know more about UK Embassies in Malaysia and other information, visit the website provided.

Before you book your car hire it's probably worth taking a look at the above essential Malaysia travel information, which includes everything you need to know when planning your holiday, as well as all the arrangements you need to make before travelling.

*Rates shown are per day, based upon a 7-day car hire. Taxes and additional surcharges may apply.