Embassy of Malaysia in Bern, Switzerland; address Jungfraustrasse 1, 3005, Bern; phone +41313504700. Head of mission: Mr. Ahmad Benyamine Noor Bin Rahimin.…
Head of mission: Mr. Ahmad Benyamine Noor Bin Rahimin, Chargé d'Affaires (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Also accredited to: Liechtenstein
Head of mission: Vacant, Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Muthu Sandragesan, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Rajaratnam Mahalingam, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Switzerland, 25 Oct 2024)
Malaysia offers a unique combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it an appealing destination for Swiss travelers. Although international visitor numbers are currently modest, ongoing infrastructure improvements and a variety of attractions indicate strong growth potential. With 6.1 million Swiss traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Malaysia an intriguing option.
Malaysia is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Switzerland. According to the Global Peace Index, Malaysia ranks 10th out of 160 countries in safety, comparable to Switzerland, which ranks 6th. While there is no specific data on safety for walking alone at night in Malaysia, the murder rates are relatively low, with Malaysia at 0.7 per 100,000 people compared to Switzerland's 0.5. In terms of organized crime, both countries have similar indices for mafia groups (4.5), but Malaysia scores higher in areas such as crime networks (5.5) and state crime (6.0). However, these indices indicate that while there are some concerns, Malaysia remains a safe destination overall. Tourists should always exercise standard precautions, as they would in any country, to ensure a safe travel experience.