Welcome to Brunei Darussalam

Brunei is the destination tourism forgot – in the best possible way. Set on Borneo Island and awash in lush rainforests and beautiful mosques, what you won’t see here are many other people.

Brunei is next to Malaysian Borneo, making it an easy stop on a regional vacation. It’s accessible by bus, flights and ferry. Among the top attractions is the Kampong Ayer, a floating village, complete with schools, libraries and mosques, that is home to about 13,000 residents. Nature reigns supreme here, with 80 of the landscape being rainforest. Clean, safe, accessible – Brunei Darussalam is a Southeast Asian gem.

Unique Facts

• The largest residential palace in the world is in Brunei – the Istana Nurul Iman has 1,788 rooms, 257 bathrooms, a mosque, a 110-car garage, 5 swimming pools and more.
• Many of the world’s rarest wildlife species live in Brunei’s rainforests, including the Sunda clouded leopard, flying lizards and saltwater crocodiles.
• Brunei Darussalam means “abode of peace.”
• Within Southeast Asia, Brunei is considered the most observant Islamic nation. Visitors in proper dress are allowed inside mosques outside of prayer times.
• Brunei is oil-rich and has one of the world’s top-ten GDPs per capita.

Language

Brunei’s official language is Malay.

When To Go

The best time to go to Brunei is January to May.

Airports

Brunei International Airport

Passport Validity

Passport must be valid at time of entry for six months beyond arrival date.

Visa Required By US Citizen?

None for stays of less than 90 days

Vaccinations

The CDC recommends the following vaccine for all travelers when visiting Brunei: Measles and routine vaccinations. Most travelers should receive Typhoid vaccines. Some travelers should receive the Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Japanese Encephalitis, Yellow Fever and Rabies vaccines.

Electrical Outlets

Power plugs and sockets: type G. Standard voltage: 240V. Frequency: 50Hz.

Currency

Official local currency: Brunei Dollar

Getting Around

The extensive road network in Brunei is comparable to most western countries and well maintained.

Six bus routes service the Banadar Seri Begawan area. Taxi service is available at the airport, hotels, shopping centers and the central bus station.

Driver’s License

A valid US driver’s license is required.

US Embassy Info

Simpang 336-52-16-9
Jalan Duta
Bandar Seri Begawan BC4115, Brunei Darussalam.
Telephone: (673) 238-4616
After hours: (673) 873-0691
Fax: (673) 238-4604
ConsularBrunei@state.gov

Local Visitor Info

Tourism Development Department
Level 3
Ministry of Primary Resources and Tourism
Jalan Menteri Besar BB3910
Brunei Darussalam
Tel: 673-2380022
info@tourism.gov.bn

Local Emergency Phone Numbers

Ambulance: 991
Police: 993
General Emergency: 998

Safety and Security

The crime rate is moderate in Brunei. Take standard safety precautions and do not leave belongings unattended. Most creams of non-violent crimes of opportunities, including burglaries and vehicle break-ins.