Have you been craving to go outside Singapore? We do too! Now that the COVID 19 pandemic You can start by traveling to the countries nearby, like Malaysia. But first, there is some information that you should know before entering Malaysia from Singapore.

The policies for entering Malaysia from Singapore has been changed per this year. So, if you are questioning whether you can travel to Malaysia from Singapore or not, the answer is, absolutely yes!

Since the 1st of April 2022, Malaysia has opened its border for tourists. It is very good news for people (including Singaporeans) that have dreamt of visiting Malaysia. Maybe you already crave to go to another country just to enjoy your holiday more.

Well, Malaysia can be the first destination that you visit after you spend the past two years in Singapore only. Malaysia has so many places you can visit. They have nature, the city lives, and of course, the street food.

Plus, we are sure that most of you are already fed up with having a staycation in Singapore, even though there are so many great hotels in Singapore to check. Sometimes you just have to chase the escape that you need to avoid burning out by the daily routines.

So, now that the border is open, you can go to Malaysia from Singapore! Since the 1st of May, entering Malaysia from Singapore will be like how it used to be (with a little change here and there, but it’s no big deal though).

Some new requirements are made for those entering Malaysia from Singapore. Keep reading for the details!

So you are entering Malaysia from Singapore on the next public holiday in Singapore? Don’t worry, everything is easier now. In fact, you don’t need to undergo a quarantine if you are traveling from Singapore to Malaysia.

Surprised? Well, don’t be that surprised because some strong requirements are available and those of you entering Malaysia from Singapore should definitely know and follow.

The quarantine policy is gone, but firstly, you have to be fully vaccinated for entering Malaysia from Singapore. If you already had the full dose of the vaccination, you don’t need to spend some days in quarantine during the arrival in Malaysia. Plus, you don’t have to take the PCR test prior to your departure and you don’t need to take the test within the time of the arrival as well.

We repeat: the policy above only applies for people with a full dose of vaccination. If you are entering Malaysia from Singapore and you want to prove that you are already fully vaccinated, you can verify your digital certificate of COVID 19 vaccination on an application called MySejahtera (don’t forget to download it immediately on your smartphone).

This policy is ongoing since the 1st of May, and it’s not only for flights, but also for travellers on the travel lane like personal cars or buses. The no-quarantine policy also applies for children from age 12 and below.

The requirements for people unvaccinated (or only partially vaccinated) are surely different. If you are an adult that is included in one of those categories, then the new requirements do not apply to you. You still have to take the PCR test before you go to prove that you are negative and you must take the test after your arrival too, to make sure that you are not infected on the way to Malaysia.

Also, entering Malaysia from Singapore won’t be easy if you are not fully vaccinated yet. As long as you are 18 and above, you still have to spend some quarantine days before you can actually enjoy your moments in Malaysia. The quarantine itself will be held for 5 days.

If you’re not fully vaccinated or even not vaccinated at all, you need to have travel insurance before entering Malaysia from Singapore. To be honest, the price of the insurance is quite a lot. It is around US$20,000.

As for those 17 years old and under that are not fully vaccinated yet, you don’t have to spend a quarantine upon your arrival. But, the pre and post test to prove that you are negative from COVID 19 are still the must-have requirements.

Are we clear about the new requirements for entering Malaysia from Singapore? Now, let’s learn more about the changing policies that you will face when you are already in Malaysia.

Since the 1st of May 2022 as well, you don’t need to wear a mask if you are in an outdoor public place. Well, if you still feel more safe using the mask then go for it. But if you won’t, it’s not a problem anymore.

But pay attention as some places (especially the indoors) will require you to wear a mask. So, don’t forget to pack some masks on your bag before entering Malaysia from Singapore. Eventually, you will still need to use it.

Some places will still limit their visitors to make sure that all of the people inside are still in a safe space, not too close but not too far either. Checking in before entering some places with MySejahtera app might not be that mandatory anymore. But, as you are a tourist, you will still need to download the app on your phone.

About the MySejahtera app, you have to download it before entering Malaysia from Singapore. Make sure you already registered your profile before you go. Since you are a traveler from outside Malaysia, there is a pre-departure form that you must fill. Look for it under the ‘traveler’ icon on the app.

Last but not least, we wish you to have the best vacation in Malaysia. If this is your first time planning the vacation after the pandemic, it must be very thrilling!

Don’t forget to check out for the best hotels in Malaysia and book it easily through Traveloka. Also check for the ongoing flight or hotel promotion in Singapore.

Anyway, before entering Malaysia from Singapore, we really suggest that you are in a healthy condition and you are already fully vaccinated. Being vaccinated is not about being easy to go anywhere, but it’s about being protected when you go anywhere you need.