Malaysia - Level 1: Exercise Normal PrecautionsSome areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise Increased Caution in: The eastern area of Sabah State due to kidnapping.
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Both countries are very safe for tourists. It's very unlikely that you experience any kind of violent crime in Thailand or in Malaysia. However, statistics show that Malaysia is slightly safer than Thailand. The biggest threat to tourists is probably road safety.
Courses or boosters usually advised: none. Other vaccines to consider: Diphtheria; Hepatitis A; Rabies; Tetanus; Typhoid. Selectively advised vaccines - only for those individuals at highest risk: Hepatitis B; Japanese Encephalitis.
Malaysia represents fantastic value for money at almost all levels. Costs for food, lodging, fuel and internal transportation are very reasonable, and alcohol is one of the rare goods that will make a hefty dent in your wallet.
To enter Malaysia, your passport must be valid for at least six months. You must have at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Permission to enter and remain in Malaysia is under the authority of the Malaysian Immigration Department.