MFA urges S'poreans to take safety precautions when travelling to Sabah
PUBLISHED ONJune 08, 2015 3:01 AM
SINGAPORE - Singaporeans are advised to take necessary precautions for their personal safety and purchase travel and medical insurance if travelling to Sabah, said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA).
In a travel advisory updated on June 6, the Ministry said travellers who are in Sabah now should monitor the local news and follow the instructions of Malaysian authorities as a personal safety precaution.
For Singaporeans travelling to Sabah, they are advised to buy comprehensive travel and medical insurance. They should also clarify with the insurer if they have doubts over the terms and conditions of their insurance coverage.
The MFA also encouraged Singaporeans to eRegister with the Ministry at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg/ to facilitate contact.
Singaporeans who require consular assistance can contact the Singapore High Commission in Kuala Lumpur or the 24-hour MFA Duty Office at:
Singapore High Commission in Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60-16-661 0400
Fax: +60-3-2161 6343
Email: singhc_kul@sgmfa.gov.sg
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24-hours)
Tel: 6379 8800, 6379 8855
Fax: 6476 7302
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg
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