United Kingdom visa requirements for Malaysians

Travel and visa requirements

Briton Visa is not required for Malaysians

Stay Duration: 180 days

Entry Requirements

  • For a period of 180 days, citizens of Malaysia can travel to the United Kingdom without a visa.
  • Malaysians travelling through the Republic of Ireland can stay in the United Kingdom for up to 3 months.
  • All visitors must have a passport valid for six months from the date of their arrival in the United Kingdom. It is recommended that this passport has at least two blank pages for entry stamp. 
  • Nationals of Malaysia with amounts exceeding EUR 10,000 or the equivalent in foreign currency (including banker’s draft and cheques of any kind) must be declared.
  • The importation of firearms and ammunition must be supported by an appropriate license/certificate and a permit. This permit can be obtained at the relevant police authority by a sponsor who is resident in the United Kingdom. 
  • The importation of anabolic steroids and certain other performance-enhancing drugs are prohibited unless they are imported by an individual for self-administration.
  • Visitors with a pet (cat, dog or ferrets) entering the UK must meet the rules of Regulation (EC) 998/2003 and Regulation (EU) 576/2013. This regulation is operated in the UK as the Pets Travel Scheme (PETS).
  • Citizens of Malaysia visiting the United Kingdom need to be tested for Tuberculosis and would need a certificate of yellow fever vaccination. Tourists are also advised to undergo other vaccinations of common illnesses.
  • Travellers must have a return back to Malaysia or onward ticket as well as proof of sufficient funds to cover their expenses throughout their entire stay in the United Kingdom.
  • Minors hoping to travel to the United Kingdom must have a copy of their birth certificate as well as a signed travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
  • Intending visitors can get to the United Kingdom from any international airport in Malaysia. There is an international airport in Kuala Lumpur and Penang Island.
  • Some of the airlines that fly from Malaysia to the United Kingdom are Malaysia Airlines, Etihad, Singapore Airlines and British Airways.
  • The travel duration from Kuala Lumpur to London, United Kingdom is 16 hours, 35 minutes and from Penang Island, it is 17 hours, 10 minutes.
  • The most practised religion in the United Kingdom is Christianity, with  Catholic, Protestant, Baptist and Methodist as the major denominations. Other religions in the country include Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism, Judaism and Buddhism.
  • The climate in the United Kingdom is temperate and humid, with relatively small temperature variations between winter and summer.
  • Transportation in the United Kingdom is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes buses, taxis, trains, and domestic flights.
  • English is the official language of the United Kingdom. There is various dialect of English in the country. Other prominent languages include  Welsh, Polish,  Indian and Pakistani.
  • The official currency in the United Kingdom is the Pound Sterling. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
  • Special delicacies in the United Kingdom include fish and chips, bangers and mash, Sunday roast, shepherd's pie/cottage pie, etc.
  • Tourists in the United Kingdom generally spend an average of 110 British Pounds per day.
  • In the United Kingdom, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The United Kingdom uses the British Summer Time (GMT+1). Malaysia is eight hours ahead of the United Kingdom.
  • Stonehenge, Tower of London, British Museum and Chester Zoo are some of the tourist sites in the United Kingdom.
  • Tourists are advised to be cautious as they go about their tourism-related activities while in Ghana.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the United Kingdom safe for visitors?

Yes. The United Kingdom is a very safe country. Violent crime is low, and tourists are never bothered by major safety concerns other than petty crime.

Can I spend US Dollars in the United Kingdom?

No. Pound Sterling is the official currency used in the United Kingdom. Visitors can visit banks and exchange outlets in the country to exchange their foreign currencies.

What is the official language of the United Kingdom?

English is the official language of the United Kingdom. There is various dialect of English in the country. Other prominent languages include  Welsh, Polish,  Indian and Pakistani.

What credit cards are accepted in the United Kingdom?

All major credit and debit providers are accepted across the UK, especially Visa and MasterCard. American Express and Diners Club may not be accepted in all restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops.