Malaysia opens doors

The big news was revealed at the recently concluded Gulf Travel Show 2022 when the country announced that its borders are now fully open for global travellers.

Middle East has always been one of the most important source markets for Malaysia pre pandemic, generating the highest revenue.  Last November, Malaysia started off with a pilot project by opening Langkawi to international visitors, but it was with a few days in quarantine.  Dato’ Haji Zainuddin Abdul Wahab, Director General of Tourism Malaysia, said, “Starting 1 April 2022, Malaysia will allow quarantine-free entry for fully-vaccinated travellers, ending almost two years of border controls. As Platinum Partner of GTS 2022, Malaysia is thrilled to welcome back Middle East tourists to experience our country again. It is a timely opportunity for us to network with travel agents and tour operator partners from the Gulf region.”