Kiribati visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

I-Kiribati Visa is not required for Malaysians

Stay Duration: 120 days

Entry Requirements

  • Malaysia passport holders can visit Kiribati for a period of 120 days without the need for a visa.
  • Prospective visitors must have a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of entry into Kiribati. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  • Minors travelling to Kiribati must either be accompanied by parent or guardian or apply for the unaccompanied minors form.
  • Malaysians are required to have a return or onward ticket as well as evidence of enough funds to spend during their stay in Kiribati, which can be a recent bank statement.
  • On entry and exit from Kiribati, currency restriction on entry is set at 5000 AUD for local currency and EUR 10,000 for foreign currencies.
  • Travellers are required to provide a confirmation of accommodation during their stay in Kiribati.
  • Intending visitors can get to Kiribati from any international airport in Malaysia. There are international airports in Kuala Lumpur and Penang Island.
  • Malaysia Airlines, Fiji Airways, Cathay Dragon, and Qantas are some of the airlines that steadily fly from Malaysia to Kiribati.
  • The estimated flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Tarawa, Kiribati is 21 hours, 5 minutes and from Penang Island, it is 21 hours, 45 minutes.
  • Kiribati has a hot, humid tropical climate, with two different seasons. The dry seasons begins from December to February and from June to mid-September, on the other hand, the rainy seasons last from February to end May, and from September to end November.
  • Kiribati has two official currencies: Kiribati dollar and the Australian dollar. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • Majority of the population of Kiribati speak Kiribati, which is also known as Gilbertese. However, the official language in the country is English.
  • The power socket and plug types in Kiribati, which are type I. The standard supply voltage is 240 V, with a standard frequency of 50 Hz.
  • Tourists travelling to Kiribati are advised to budget about $200 to spend per day on expenses.
  • Kiribati uses the Gilbert Islands Time (GMT+12). Kiribati is four hours ahead of Malaysia.
  • Almost all the population of Kiribati are Christians, precisely Roman Catholics and the Kiribati uniting church. Citizens with no religion make up the minority.
  • Tabuaeran, Banana Island and Betio are some of the tourist destinations in Kiribati.
  • Getting around in Kiribati can be made possible by buses, taxis, and car rental.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Kiribati?

The best time to visit Kiribati is from May to November, precisely September to November, which is the least rainy period of the year.

Do Malaysians need a visa to visit Kiribati?

Malaysia passport holders do not need a visa to travel to Kiribati for a period of 120 days. They, however, need to have a passport valid for a period of six months beyond their date of arrival in Kiribati.

Is there an International Airport in Kiribati?

Bonriki International Airport is an international airport in Kiribati, serving as the main gateway to the country. It is located in its capital, South Tarawa, which is a group of islets in the atoll of Tarawa in the Gilbert Islands.

What is the official currency of Kiribati?

Kiribati has two official currencies: Kiribati dollar and the Australian dollar. Visitors can exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets in the country