General Information

Language : Bahasa Melayu, English, Chinese and Indian dialects
Weather : Temperature between 22º - 32ºC
Currency : Malaysian Ringgit (RM)
Clothing : Casual and informal for social occasions. Office and business suits are general attire for day-to-day work. Some restaurants might require jackets and ties for men and cocktail dresses for ladies. Batik is regarded as official wear.
Tipping : Not necessary as a 10% service charge in addition to 5% government tax is included in your bill
Major Festivals : Hari Raya Aidilfitri; Chinese New Year; Christmas; Deepavali; Thaipusam; Wesak Day; Hari Raya Aidiladha; Pesta Kaamatan (Harvest Festival)
Business
hours :
  • Government business hours are from 8.00am till 4.15pm (Mon – Thurs); 8.00am till 4.15pm (Fri; lunch/prayer break at 12.15pm - 2.45pm ).
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  • Private sector working hours are from 9.00am till 5.00pm (Mon – Fri)/ 9.00am till 1.00pm (Sat).
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  • Banking hours vary from bank to bank but are generally from 9.30am till 4.30pm (Mon – Fri).
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    International Airports :
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport , Sepang
  • Langkawi International Airport , Kedah
  • Bayan Lepas International Airport , Penang
  • Kuching International Airport , Sarawak
  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport , Sabah
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