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Malaysia

The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.

Emergency999All emergencies

Plug typesG240 V · 50 Hz CurrencyMYRMalaysian Ringgit

Drives on theleft

TippingNot expected

Local time–+60 · Calling code

The country in brief

About 36 million people live in Malaysia, on 330,803 km². The capital is Kuala Lumpur.

Capital: Kuala Lumpur
Population: 35,977,838
Area: 330,803 km²
Official language: Malay

Land borders

Brunei Indonesia Thailand

Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.

Before you go

Which plugs are used in Malaysia?
Sockets take plug type G, at 240 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Malaysia?
Call 999 for police, ambulance and fire.
Do you tip in Malaysia?
Not expected.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Malaysia?
Traffic drives on the left, so look right first when you cross the street.
What currency is used in Malaysia?
Prices are in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).
What language do they speak in Malaysia?
Official language: Malay.
How do I call a number in Malaysia from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +60.