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Visa and Arrival
- Essential: Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date.
- Visa Requirements: Check visa requirements on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website for details and processing times.
- E-Arrival Card: Don’t forget to complete your E-arrival card online before arriving in Brunei.
Dress Code
- Meetings/Congress: Lounge suit or National Working Attire
- Luncheon/Dinner: Smart Casual
Getting Around
Car Rentals
Self-driven or chauffeur-driven cars are available at major hotels and the airport.
- L&W Car Rental: +673 242 4246 / +673 8752783
- Avis Car Rental: +673 233 3298
- Auto X Car Rent: +673 812 3682
- Hertz Car Rental: +673 872 6000
- Indera En Voy Transportation: +673 873 1621
Taxis
Taxis are readily available in the capital and at the airport. A surcharge applies for rides between 6:30 pm and 6:00 am. For taxi reservations, call +673 222 2214 or +673 222 6853.
Dart
Brunei’s ride-sharing app is Dart (Uber and Grab are unavailable). Download the app for convenient rides. More information can be found on the website: https://www.dartbrunei.com/
Weather & Time
- Climate: Expect mostly sunny weather with occasional showers. The wettest periods are October-January and May-July. Check Brunei Weather’s website.
- Time Zone: Brunei Darussalam is GMT+8 (8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time).
Currency & Banking
- Currency: Brunei uses the Brunei dollar, pegged to the Singapore dollar. Both currencies are accepted.
- ATMs: ATMs are widely available in shopping centers and accept major cards (Visa Plus, Mastercard Cirrus).
- Banks: Prominent banks include Bank Islam Brunei Darussalam (BIBD) and Baiduri Bank (accepting Visa, Mastercard, Unionpay). Other international banks are also present.
Additional Information
Smoking
Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed public areas and workplaces.
Alcohol
Consumption is only allowed in private areas. Non-Muslim visitors aged 17+ can bring a limited amount of alcohol upon arrival. It is mandatory to declare these items to customs upon arrival. See the Royal Customs and Excise Department’s website.
Telecommunication
Operating Hours
Stores typically operate from 9:30 AM, with some cafes opening earlier.
Most businesses close on Fridays from 12 PM to 2 PM for Friday Prayer.
Electricity
Brunei uses a 240V supply voltage and 50Hz. The plug type is G (three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern). Bring an adapter if needed.
Personal Safety
Exercise caution with your belongings and surroundings, especially at night.
Medical
The capital has a major government hospital (Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Saleha, +673 222 2366) and private hospitals (Gleneagles Hospital, +673 261 1883; Jerudong Park Medical Centre, +673 261 1433).
Pharmacies
Pharmacies are available in most areas. Refer to Jerudong Park Medical Centre websites for pharmacy information.
Emergencies
Ambulance (991), Police (993), Fire Brigade (995), Search & Rescue (998).
Activities
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