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| Driving |
U.S
Driving Permit accepted |
| Currency |
(MYR)
Ringgit |
| Electrical |
240 Volts |
| Telephones |
Country
Code 60, City Code, Selangor 3+8D, Kedah 4+7D, Pahang 5+7D,
Sarawak 82+6D |
Currency
The
unit of currency is the Malaysian Ringgit indicated as RM, which
is equivalent to 100 cents. Coins are issued in denominations
of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50 sen and RM1. Currency notes are in RM1, 2,
5, 10, 20, 50, and 100. Foreign currency and traveler's checks
can be converted to Malaysian Ringgit at banks or authorized money
changers throughout the country.
Telephone
Local
calls can be made from public phones, whether coin or card operated.
International calls can be made from phone booths with card phone
facilities or at any Telecom offices. Most hotels are equipped
with IDD services with a minimal service charge. - Useful Phone
Directory
Tourist
Police
Visitors
who encounter unforeseen problems and difficulties can seek the
Malaysian Tourist Police Unit for assistance. They often patrol
tourist spots and will render assistance, as well as safeguard
tourists' security.
Business
Hours
The
country runs on a normal eight hours a day system with Saturday
as half day and Sunday as a day of rest. In the states of Kelantan,
Terengganu, and Kedah, Friday is a day of rest with Thursday as
half days. Department Stores and supermarkets are open daily from
10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Tipping
Tipping
is not a way of life in Malaysia, but is fast becoming one.
What
to Wear
Light,
cool, and casual clothing is recommended all year round. For more
formal occasions, men should wear jackets, ties, or long-sleeved
batik shirts whereas women should wear dresses.
