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Malaysia Basic Country
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Health:
Recommended vaccines:Poliomyelitis (childhood booster), Tetanus (childhood booster), Typhoid (food & water borne diseases), Hepatitis A (food & water borne diseases). For those venturing outside cities and towns, further recommended vaccines are Hepatitis B, Rabies, Japanese B Encephalitis, Tuberculosis and Meningitis. For those visiting Sabah and Sarawak, Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry if you are coming from countries in South America or sub-Saharan Africa.
Mosquitoes are present throughout the year. Use an insect repellent containing DEET on skin and clothing. The risk of malaria is insignificant in Kuala Lumpur, Penang and other major cities. However, in East Malaysia, the risk of malaria is present throughout the year. Prophylaxis is recommended in Sabah and Sarawak.
Generally, the level of food hygiene throughout the country is high. Water at hotels and restaurants is generally safe. Food from street vendors should be treated with care. Drink only bottled or boiled water, or carbonated (bubbly) drinks in cans or bottles. Avoid tap water, fountain drinks, and ice cubes. Bring along iodine tablets and portable water filters to purify water if bottled water is not available. Also, wash your hands often with soap and water. As an extra precaution, bring along anti-diarrhea medication and an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor to self-treat moderate to severe diarrhea.
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Kuala Lumpur Visa:
Valid passport is required. No Visa is required to visit Kuala Lumpur for up to 3 months, extendable for 2 months.
See the latest passport and Kuala Lumpur visa information, plus travel services and resources from the:
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US Embassy in Malaysia
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