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Kuching is the vibrant capital city of Sarawak, Malaysia and is epicentre of business, economy and lifestyle for Malaysia’s largest state. While the city is hailed for its many success stories of collaboration and innovation in the fields of medicine, pharmaceuticals, agriculture and technology, Kuching is well known for its tapestry of culture, adventure, nature, food and festivals which makes this city fresh and inspiring for any delegate.

This young meeting destination isn’t just offering a dynamic platform for the 59th ICCA family reunion but a crisp take on what ICCA reunions are all about – the people.


USEFUL INFORMATION:

WeatherKuching has a tropical climate, moderately hot with moderate rainfall. The average temperature is approximately 29°C.

Timezone:Kuching is located in Malaysia time, (GMT +8)

Currency:  The official currency in Kuching is Malaysian Ringgit (MYR), locally known as RM. 

Major credit cards including VISA and MasterCard are widely accepted in Kuching.

It is required to bring your passport when exchanging currency.

Language: The official language of Kuching is Bahasa Malaysia. However, English and Mandarin are widely spoken here.

COVID-19 REGULATIONS

Policies and regulations are subject to change according to the current situation. For more information on travelling in today’s circumstances, please visit https://sarawakdisastermc.com/.

VISA INFORMATION

Most nationalities do not require visas for short social or business visits to Malaysia. Visitors must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the period of stay. Nationals from countries which require a visa can apply through the nearest  Malaysian  overseas  mission  by  submitting  the  following documentation:

  • Visa application form with three (3) passport-sized photographs.
  • National passport with remaining validity not less than six (6) months.
  • Letter of introduction or invitation letter.

To know if you need a visa, visit

https://www.imi.gov.my/portal2017/index.php/en/visa/visa-requirement-by-country.html 

To apply for a visa, visit www.imi.gov.my/portal2017/index.php/en/visa/apply-for-visa.html

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