Malaysia visa requirements for Zambians

Travel and visa requirements

Malaysian Visa is not required for Zambians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Citizens of Zimbabwe intending to visit Malaysia can stay for a duration of 30 days without a visa.
  • Zambians intending to visit Malaysia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
  • Travelers are required to have in possession the amount of at least  $1000.
  • Any person classified under Section 8 of Immigration Act 1959/63 will not be allowed to enter Malaysia even though he/she is in possession of a valid Passport or Travel Document, Visa, travel ticket and sufficient funds.
  • The Malaysian government has guidelines in place prohibiting the entry of specific individuals in the country. They include convicts, illegal immigrants, contagious persons, individuals with no means of sustenance etc.
  • Malaysian law enforcement officials have enacted land and water-based curfews in the coastal areas of Eastern Sabah. Check local media or ask local police for the most recent curfew information if traveling to Eastern Sabah.
  • Malaysia enjoys tropical weather year-round however due to its proximity to water the climate is often quite humid. Despite this, the weather is never too hot and temperatures range from a mild 20°C to 30°C average throughout the year; however, the highlands experience cooler temperatures.
  • The best time to visit Malaysia is between the months of December and February, if you're planning on visiting the islands on the west side of Malaysia (e.g., Penang and Langkawi), or June through August if you're planning to visit Perhentians and Tioman Island, on the country's Eastern coast.
  • Closely safeguard your credit cards at all times and use them only at reputable establishments. If you must use a credit card in Malaysia, check your account information frequently for fraudulent charges.
  • Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking in illegal drugs in Malaysia are severe, and convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines, or death. Malaysian law provides for a mandatory death penalty for convicted drug traffickers.
  • In Malaysia the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Malaysia is 6 hours ahead of Zambia.
  • The Malaysian Ringgit is the currency of Malaysia. The currency code for Ringgits is MYR, and the currency symbol is RM.
  • The British Pound Sterling stands as the best currency for exchange in Malaysia, but US Dollars are also widely circulated.
  • The Malay language belongs to the Austronesian family, and it is the most widely spoken language in the country with ten dialects, and the official standardized dialect being the Bahasa.
  • Traffic in Malaysia moves on the left side of the road, and most vehicles are right-hand drive. By law, you must use your front and back seat belts and must not use your cell phone while driving unless it is hands-free (e.g., Bluetooth). Turning left at a red light is not legal unless otherwise marked.
  • Travelers are strongly advised to carry their passports or Malaysian identification card at all times when driving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Malaysia known for?

Malaysia is one of the world's most popular locations for coastal tourism. Malaysia is also a food heaven, with so many delightful cuisines to her name.

Is Malaysia safe for tourists?

Malaysia can be safe as long as you use common sense and take advice from authorities, hotels and tour operators.

What is Malaysian culture?

Within Malaysian society, there is a Malay, Chinese, Indian and even Eurasian culture intertwined. A unified Malaysian culture is something only emerging in the country.

What religions are in Malaysia?

Malaysia is a multicultural and multi-confessional country, whose official religion is Islam. As of the 2010 Population and Housing Census, 61.3 percent of the population practices Islam; 19.8 percent Buddhism; 9.2 percent Christianity; 6.3 percent Hinduism; and 3.4 percent traditional Chinese religions.

How many races are there in Malaysia?

The demographic composition in the country is as follows: 50.1% of the population is Malay; 22.6% is Chinese; 11.8% are indigenous Bumiputra groups other than the Malays; 6.7% are Indian, and other groups account for 0.7%. Non-citizens account for 8.2% of Malaysia's resident population.