Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Location
Persada Johor is wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators available for visitors who need them. The facilities are designed to accommodate people with disabilities and provide a comfortable experience for all visitors.
Transportation
Depending on the location of your hotel, you can take public transport, your car, a Grab or a taxi to the venue. You can also check directly with your hotel if they provide shuttle services to the location.
VISA
Unfortunately, UNFCCC is not able to support visa applications. Participants are responsible for obtaining their own visas for travel to Malaysia.
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Accommodation
It is up to the participant where they choose to stay, but here is a list of hotels that are located near the event venue, with reasonable pricing and overall helpful reviews.
Money
The Malaysian currency is the Malaysian ringgit (abbreviation MR or MYR). A ringgit is divided into 100 sen. Coins are available in 5, 10, 20, or 50 sen. Bank notes are generally in 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, or 100 ringgits. See sample here.
Banks in Malaysia offer currency exchange services. Exchange bureaus can also be found in airports, shopping malls or sometimes in hotels. The exchange rate is 1 USD = 0.21 USD. You can check the current exchange rate here.
Credit card are accepted forms of payment in Johor Bahru. All major forms of debit card and credit card are accepted in Malaysia, although it is best to travel with either Mastercard, Visa or American Express as these accepted most widely. However, carrying some cash is advisable, especially for small purchases, street vendors, local markets, and places where card payments may not be accepted. It’s best to check with your credit card company regarding transaction fees.
Tipping is not a widespread custom in Malaysia, and service providers do not generally rely on tips as a significant part of their income. Restaurants and hotels in Malaysia will add a 10% government tax to your bill automatically and some even add an additional 5% service tax, therefore tipping is not required.
Wi-Fi and phones
There will likely be free Wi-Fi available in hotels and other venues. However, for necessities like taxi travel and translation, you may need to buy a SIM card to use data. The recommended SIM cards are from: Maxis, Celcom, Digi, and U Mobile. These can be bought at international airports (though more expensive), mobile provider stores, convenience stores or online. It is best to check with your service provider about what you will need before undertaking any travel.
The telephone area code in Malaysia is +60.
Yes, free Wi-Fi will be provided at the venue.
Language
Malaysia is a multi-ethnic and multilingual society. The national language of Malaysia is Malay (Bahasa Melayu). Many Malaysians (particularly those who live in urban areas) are conversant in English. Among the Malaysia Chinese, Mandarin and local Chinese dialects are widely spoken while Tamil is used predominantly by Malaysian Indians.
Weather
In November, the temperature can range from an average high of 32°C (90°F) and an average low of 24°C (75°F). November is part of the rainy season with an average precipitation of 213 mm (8.4 inches). There are generally around 20 rainy days.
Time zone
Malaysia follows the Malaysia Standard Time, which is UTC +8.
Electrical appliances
The standard voltage is 240 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use all your usual equipment if the outlet voltage in your country is between 220-240V (most of Europe, Australia, and most countries in Africa and Asia use this voltage). If the voltage in your country is between 100-127V (US, Canada, and countries in South America), you may require a voltage converter.
The plug type in Malaysia is type G, which has three rectangular pins in a triangular shape and is typically used in the United Kingdom. Check the plug type of your country to determine whether you will need to use an adaptor.
Shopping and Attractions
There are many interesting places to visit in Johor Bahru as well as a range of shopping options to choose from. Click here for some suggestions.
Emergency situations
The general emergency number in Malaysia is 999. This number can be dialed for police assistance, medical emergencies, and fire emergencies. If using your mobile, you can also dial 112, which is a universal emergency number that works in Malaysia as well.
Make sure your health insurance plan provides overseas coverage or coverage in other countries and visit a local doctor or hospital for medical advice.
For emergencies at the venue, immediately contact the centre’s security help desk located at Level 3 of the convention centre, near the main entrance, or speak to any of the centre’s staff for assistance.
We look forward to welcoming you to Johor Bahru!
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