The government has relaxed the travel SOP in Malaysia. However, Covid-19 is still here, and is more stubborn than a ??lipstick stain! Therefore, we figured that you might need a summary of the current SOP and travel restrictions in Malaysia. Here is everything that you need to know before going to Malaysia.
All visitors except for fully vaccinated visitors aged 18 years and above, visitors who have recovered from COVID-19 within the past 6 to 60 days, and visitors aged 17 years and below (based on year of birth, regardless of their vaccination status) must undergo a professionally administered RTK-Antigen or RT-PCR test within 2 days before departing to Malaysia. These visitors are also required to take a professionally administered RTK-Antigen with a private health facility or clinic approved by MOH within 24 hours upon arriving in Malaysia.
Malaysia recognises visitors who have completed the full regimen of COVID-19 vaccines approved by WHO (World Health Organization) or approved by a stringent regulatory authority in the country of origin. This also includes those who have ?received different brands of vaccines for their respective doses.
Starting from 1st May 2022., insurance is no longer required.
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It is mandatory for everyone in Malaysia, regardless of nationalities and vaccination status is required to wear a ?mask indoors and in crowded open spaces. This includes places like libraries, shopping malls, cinemas, cafes & restaurants, hair salons, public transport, concerts, etc. When in an eatery, masks can be removed when ?food or ☕drinks arrive. Face masks wearing are exempted indoors if the individual is exercising, alone, eating, making speeches or performing. Mask wearing outdoors is optional and social distancing is encouraged but not compulsory as Covid-19 is still prevalent. Anyone found not adhering to this SOP is subject to fines by authorities.
Yes, some establishments are still temporarily closed due to their own reasons. However, it is officially confirmed that the government has lifted the order which required establishments to be closed or only operate until a certain hour. This means that ?pubs, bars, concerts, etc are allowed to operate as they did before the pandemic started. (Even Billie Eilish is coming to Malaysia on her tour this August!) Establishments like convenience stores, fast food chains, restaurants, etc are allowed to open until late at night.
For more information, you can refer here.
Now that the travel SOP has relaxed, come and discover the new Malaysia! There might be a couple of SOP to follow, and like the saying says, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. So please follow the protocols and don’t be a Karen.
