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How many British live in Malaysia?
16,000 Britons
With nearly 16,000 Britons living in Malaysia and over 401,000 visiting every year, the High Commission supports British nationals if they need assistance. Find out more on our UK and Malaysia news page. We provide services to British nationals living in and visiting Malaysia.
Can I renew my British passport in Malaysia?
You can also apply for a new passport or to renew your British passport in Malaysia. The contact details for the embassy has been listed below including their telephone number, map and contact details such as their email address.
Can Malaysian apply for British passport?
You could be eligible for British citizenship if you were: Born in the Malay States after 31.12. 1948 and before independence on 30.08.
How do I contact my UK visa and immigration?
All information about the visa application process is available on UK Visas and Immigration’s (UKVI) website….New Contact Details for UK Visa and Immigration Enquiries
- [email protected].
- Phone: 27-21-3001926 (Africa region – South Africa) / +44 1243 213 322 (UK)
- Local opening times: 10:00am – 6:00pm.
Can a UK citizen live in Malaysia?
British nationals must obtain a visa for taking up employment, study, or residence in Malaysia. This list is not exhaustive. Before entering Malaysia it is essential you have the right visa. Do not overstay any visa granted.
How long can UK citizens stay in Malaysia?
Visas. British nationals do not need a visa to visit Malaysia. You will normally be given permission to stay for 3 months on arrival. Visas for longer stays or for non-tourist purposes must be obtained from the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission before you travel.
Can I renew my British passport at a British Embassy?
If you are wishing to renew your passport you must contact Her Majesty’s Passport Office directly. The British Embassy is not involved in the passport application process. All applications must be completed either online or via downloading a form and sending it back to the UK.
Can a Malaysian stay in UK?
Malaysian citizens do not need a visa to visit United Kingdom. Visa exemption or visa-free access applies to Malaysia. You are allowed to stay for up to 180 days. Passports must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry.
Can a Malaysian live in the UK?
The largest concentrations of Malaysian-born residents were recorded in Greater London (21,209 people) and South East England (11,331). The Office for National Statistics estimates that 75,000 Malaysian-born immigrants were resident in the UK in 2017.
Can a UK citizen retire Malaysia?
Malaysia has a retirement visa option that is one of the best in the world. “Malaysia My Second Home,” or MM2H as it’s known locally, grants expats a 10-year multiple entry visa, that is automatically renewed on its expiry at the end of the first ten years.
How long can a UK passport holder stay in Malaysia?
3 months
Visas. British nationals do not need a visa to visit Malaysia. You will normally be given permission to stay for 3 months on arrival. Visas for longer stays or for non-tourist purposes must be obtained from the nearest Malaysian diplomatic mission before you travel.
Can I use my UK license in Malaysia?
You will be allowed to drive on your UK drivers licence while living in Malaysia for up to three months, or up to a year if you have an International Driving Permit (IDP). After this, you will need to convert your UK driving licence into a local Malaysian driving licence.
How to contact the United Kingdom High Commission in Malaysia?
High Commission of the United Kingdom in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 1 British High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2 ADDRESS 3 Level 27 Menara Binjai 2 Jalan Binjai 50450 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia 4 TELEPHONE 5 (+60) 3 2170 2200 6 FAX 7 (+60) 3 2170 2370 8 EMAIL 9 [email protected] 10 WEBSITE
Where is the British Embassy in Malaysia located?
British Embassy in Malaysia. The British High Commission in Malaysia is located in KL (Kuala Lumpur). If you wish to apply for a British Visa in Malaysia then you need to speak to the staff at the British high Commission in Kuala Lumpur for more information.
How to apply for a UK visa in Malaysia?
UK Visa Application Center in Malaysia, UK Embassy in Malaysia If you are fully vaccinated You must have had a complete course of an approved vaccine (Oxford/AstraZeneca, Pfizer BioNTech, Moderna or Janssen) at least 14 days before you arrive in England. You must take a COVID-19 test on or before day 2 after you arrive.
How to get a marriage letter from the Malaysian High Commission?
The High Commission can issue a marriage letter as required by the National Marriage Registration Department in Malaysia. British nationals must report their lost or stolen passport. They need to fill in form LS01 and post, fax or take it to their nearest British embassy, high commission or consulate.