In Malaysia, there's a new bank rule. If you exchange foreign money for RM3,000 or less, you must give your full name, ID number, and birth date.
Foreigners have to show their passports.
Some people are now exchanging money in Singapore to avoid providing personal information.
With that said, for those who still need to exchange currency in Malaysia for other purposes, the good news is that money changers are readily available in various places such as petrol stations and shopping malls
Most major credit cards are accepted with Visa and MasterCard being the most widely so, but many shops and banks charge a transaction fee of between 2-4%.
The Touch n’ Go (TNG) card is a smartcard used in Malaysia since the late 1990s. It's popular for making quick payments without contact. People use it for tolls, transportation, and parking. Visitors from Singapore can also use this card to pay easily while they travel around Malaysia.
Where to buy TNG card in SG?
You can get your Touch ‘n Go Card in Singapore from accredited outlets including
However do note that you can’t reload your Touch ‘n Go Card if you’re in Singapore due to restrictions prohibiting cross-border top-ups.
Where to buy TNG card in MY?
You can buy your Touch ‘n Go Card in Malaysia from selected petrol stations including Caltex, Petron, BHPetrol, and PETRONAS. And selected Watsons and 7-11.
If you often travel to Malaysia, OJ highly recommend downloading the TNG E-wallet app. By linking your credit/debit card to the wallet, you can easily pay at many merchants in Malaysia, add money to your wallet, and even top up your TNG card.
