The Green Heart of DARUSSALAM A Kingdom of Unexpected Treasures

Culture Immigration & Customs The culture of Brunei is predominantly Malay, with heavy influences from All visitors to Brunei Darussalam must have the following . Influences to Bruneian culture come from the Malay cultures of the standard travel requirements: Malay Archipelago.  Passport that is valid at least six (6) months more than If Malay taditions are Brunei’s cultural root, then Islam is its heart. intended last day of stay in Brunei Darussalam; The nation’s Malay Islamic Monarchy is a uniquely Bruneian blend combining  A visa to Brunei Darussalam, if applicable the best of Malay culture with the teachings of Islam, loyalty to the state and a  Confirmed air-tickets showing all entries into, and all mutual respect between ruler and subjects. departures from Brunei Darussalam;

As a country, the sale and public consumption of alcohol is banned.  Confirmed onward / return tickets (where applicable) Non-muslims are allowed to bring in a limited amount of alcohol from their point of embarkation overseas for their own private consumption. Upon arrival, delegates must present their passports to the immigration officer Brunei Fact Sheet Prohibited Goods: Prohibited goods are not allowed to be brought into Brunei Darussalam.

Prohibited goods include (but not limited to):

 Alcoholic beverages

 Narcotics

 Pornographic materials

 All weapons including antiques or replicas, toy guns, pellet guns, ammunition etc

 Hand-held radio and transmitting devices

Emergency Contacts Climate In the event of emergency, please contact the following number: Brunei Darussalam has an equatorial climate.  Ambulance – 991 It is typically hot and wet throughout the year and rainfall is both heavy and frequent.  Police – 993 Temperatures range from 23 – 32 Degree Celsius.  Fire Brigade – 995  Search and Rescue – 998 Religion & Language For Brunei-Norway Seminar related matters, please contact Islam is the official religion of Brunei. the following representatives: Malay is the official language of Brunei. English is widely used as a business and official language and it is spoken by a majority of the  Secretariat: population in Brunei  Saifullah +673 8360105  Dk Nisa +673 7194334 Currency Exchange  Nurashikin +673 7288690 The Brunei Dollars (BND) = The Singaporean Dollars (SGD) [1:1].  Hotel & Transportation: Hence, Singaporean Dollar is acceptable at most stores.  [email protected] However, the Bruneian Dollars (BND) is widely used and most  [email protected] preferred use of currency