Visitor Information

Venue Information

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC)
Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Visit: https://www.klccconventioncentre.com/

The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) is Malaysia’s premier and award-winning purpose-built facility in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. Offering state-of-the-art equipment and facilities with services meeting international standards, the KLCC is Asia’s first AIPC (International Association of Congress Centres) Gold Standard venue. KLCC offers over 33,000 square metres of flexible function space and overlooks the iconic PETRONAS Twin Towers and 50-acre KLCC Park.

Getting to Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC)

Getting to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) is very convenient as it is accessible by car and public transport. The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is located about an hour away by car or LRT.

  • Taxi and Ride Shares
    Taxis or ride shares (alternatively known as e-hailing) may drop passengers at the entrance of the KLCC. Popular ride-sharing or e-hailing services include Grab, MyCar and Kumpool.
  • LRT
    Visitors can catch the LRT to the KLCC LRT stop.
  • Car
    The KLCC has its own parking area. Parking rates for the first hour or part thereof is RM5.00, with every subsequent hour or part thereof being RM4.00. The maximum rate (5pm to 5am) is RM17.00.
Visiting Malaysia

Fused into Asia’s epitome of multiculturalism, Malaysia’s colourful and mixed culture will definitely elevate your all-inclusive holidays. From leisure travel to business stay, a host of heart-warming activities and delicious food are waiting for you to discover.

Getting Around

Public transport in Kuala Lumpur is extensive and largely made up of buses and various rail systems, with the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system being the most popular.

You can travel around Kuala Lumpur easily and comfortably by train. The Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), Light Rail Transit (LRT), Monorail, and KTM Komuter offer hassle-free accessibility to various parts of the city. Other inter-city rail services offer connections to outlying districts and nearby towns as well.

Public buses and taxis are also the common choices to travel around the city. You can take the Go KL City Bus (pink color), which is a free bus service that serves the city centre of Kuala Lumpur. Taxis in Kuala Lumpur are available 24 hours a day, and can be hailed on the street. Ride-hailing apps such as Grab and MyCar are also operational in the city and are often used by travellers and locals alike.

Visas

Travelers from the below countries require a visa to enter Malaysia:

NO. COUNTRY VISIT PASS (SOCIAL) VISA REQUIREMENT OBSERVATION YELLOW FEVER COUNTRY
(YES / NO)
1 AFGHANISTAN 14 DAYS YES   NO
2 ANGOLA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
3 BANGLADESH 30 DAYS YES   NO
4 BHUTAN 30 DAYS YES   NO
5 BURKINA FASO 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
6 MYANMAR (BURMA) 14 DAYS YES   NO
7 BURUNDI 14 DAYS YES   YES
8 CAMEROON 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
9 CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
10 CHINA 30 DAYS YES   NO
11 COLOMBIA 14 DAYS YES   YES
12 CONGO BRAZZAVILLE 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
13 CONGO DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
14 DJIBOUTI 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY NO
15 EQUATORIAL GUINEA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
16 ERITREA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY NO
17 ETHIOPIA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
18 GHANA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
19 GUINEA BISSAU 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
20 HONG KONG (CERTIFICATE OF IDENTITY – COI) 14 DAYS YES   NO
21 INDIA 30 DAYS YES   NO
22 IVORY COAST 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
23 LIBERIA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
24 MALI 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
25 MONTENEGRO 30 DAYS YES   NO
26 MOZAMBIQUE 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY NO
27 NEPAL 30 DAYS YES   NO
28 NIGER 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
29 NIGERIA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
30 NORTH KOREA 30 DAYS YES   NO
31 PAKISTAN 30 DAYS YES   NO
32 REFUGEE (UNHCR) – TRAVELING WITHTITRE DE VOYAGE / LAISSEZ PASSER 14 DAYS YES   NO
33 RWANDA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY YES
34 SERBIA 30 DAYS YES   NO
35 SRI LANKA 30 DAYS YES   NO
36 WESTERN SAHARA 14 DAYS YES BY AIR ONLY NO
37 UNITED NATION – TITRE DE VOYAGE 30 DAYS YES   NO
38 UNITED NATION – LAISSEZ PASSER 30 DAYS YES NO

^ Above chart is from Travel to Malaysia


You may also refer to the following official Malaysian government website for more information on visa requirements:

  1. Countries that require Visa
  2. Malaysian Embassies & High Commission Around the World

Disclaimer: Use information on this page as a guide only. Travelers should always refer to the relevant board of authorities from the respective government of your destination country for the latest entry and exit requirements.

WSPOS V 2024 will not be liable for any claims by travelers who are denied entry due to non-compliance.

Visitors are advised at apply for their visa at the nearest embassy in their respective countries OR using an online visa application system “E-visa” https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/evisa.jsp. For more information on visa, please refer to Malaysia Immigration Department at www.imi.gov.my

Travel Insurance

WCPOS V 2024 will NOT be covering your travel insurance. Please purchase your own travel insurance and check its validity in Malaysia, these should include full medical and evacuation coverage.

Accommodation

Kuala Lumpur is an inexpensive city to visit, with plenty of places to stay within any budget.

  • Bukit Bintang
    Bukit Bintang is the most popular and central area to stay in Kuala Lumpur, with excellent hotels, restaurants and world-class shopping malls within walking distances. The WSPOS V 2024 venue (Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre) is also situated nearby.
  • Kuala Lumpur City Center – KLCC
    KLCC’s main attraction, the Petronas Twin Towers, is within the area. You may find many restaurants, shopping, cafes and pubs within the vicinity and can easily walk over to Bukit Bintang as well.
  • KL Sentral and Lake Gardens
    The area round KL Central Station is a convenient area to stay in for getting around the city by metro and trains. Moreover, you will find some of KL’s biggest attractions in this area: the Botanical Garden, Butterfly Park, Bird Park, National Mosque, and several museums like Malaysia’s National Museum.
  • Chinatown & Merdeka Square
    Chinatown has been through a huge restoration and facelift over the last couple of years. It is now a fun and bustling area to stay in with some of KL’s hippest cafes, restaurants, and bars. Historically best known for its many budget hotel and hostel options, there are now some new, excellent mid-range hotels here, plus our favourite boutique hotels in KL. This is KLs most upcoming area.
Telecommunications

You may purchase a prepaid mobile SIM card at the airport or from telecommunications shops in Malaysia. You are required to present your passport for the vendor to copy and register your new prepaid sim card under your name.

WiFi

The internet and WiFi connections are widely available.

Tipping

Tipping is not customary in Malaysia. Some restaurants, however, levy a 10% service charge on your bill.

Climate

The weather in Malaysia is dominated by a tropical monsoon climate with temperatures varying from 20°C to 35°C with a mean annual temperature of 25.4°C. As this is a tropical climate, Kuala Lumpur experiences occasional rainfall, varying in intensity throughout the year.

Currency Exchange

Malaysia uses the Ringgit. You can change your cash at a bank, with a money changer or at a currency exchange desk. You may also use an ATM to withdraw what you need. Traveller’s checks cannot be used in Malaysia as a direct payment. Many businesses use credit and debit cards. Make sure you have some cash on you, too, just in case of any issues. E-payments or e-wallets are also available, with popular forms of payments being GrabPay and Touch N’ Go.

Safety

Malaysia is a safe and peaceful country. It is ranked 19th on the Global Peace Index and is the third safest country in Asia, behind Japan and Singapore.