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Your trip plan
A step-by-step plan for Kuala Lumpur — built backwards from the goal: arrive prepared, do the expo well, get back. Event dates: September 21, 2026 – September 22, 2026.
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Visa & entry
If you need a visa, start the process well before September 21, 2026 — processing can take several weeks.
Malaysia is visa-free for many nationalities for stays of up to 30–90 days (varies by passport — check the official Malaysian Immigration site). Most travellers must complete the free Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online within 3 days before arrival.
General guidance only — always confirm requirements with the official embassy/consulate for your nationality.
Flights
Nearest airport: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) (KUL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA / KLIA2) (KUL) — ~55km to centre
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, Subang (SZB) — ~20km to centre
Where to stay
Shangri-La Kuala LumpurOfficial
Rooms near the venue fill up — book early.
1–2 weeks out
Connectivity & money
Local SIMs (Maxis/Hotlink, CelcomDigi, U Mobile) sold at KLIA arrivals
eSIM: Airalo, Holafly and similar eSIMs cover Malaysia
Plug: Type G (UK-style 3-pin) · 240V / 50Hz
Malaysian Ringgit (MYR (RM))
Cards and e-wallets (Touch 'n Go eWallet, GrabPay) are widely accepted; carry some cash for hawker stalls and markets.
Register
Lock in your pass before you travel.
Register to attend →Save before you go
📿 A prayer-times app, or use the venue timetable in Phase 3 below.
🆘 Emergency: 999 · Police 999
During the expo
Airport → venue & getting around
GHaS 2025 was hosted at two locations: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC, Kuala Lumpur — Malaysia's largest exhibition centre) for the main programme, and Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur for selected VIP sessions and gatherings. Note: the DB row currently lists 'Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre' as venue — this may be a row-quality issue if 2026 venue stays as MITEC. Flag for editorial review.
Integrated rail — MRT, LRT, Monorail and the free GOKL city bus cover the centre, all interchanging at KL Sentral.
Touch 'n Go card (buy/reload at any station) works across all rail lines and the GOKL bus.
Use Grab rather than hailing street taxis — fixed up-front pricing avoids fare disputes.
Eat — halal near the venue
Programme — what to catch
Speakers to catch: Honourable Senator Dato' Setia Dr. Haji Mohd Na'im bin Haji Mokhtar, YBhg. Dato' Dr. Sirajuddin bin Suhaimee, Mr. Muhyidin bin Aziz @ Saari, Mr. Iszam bin Padil
Prayer at the venue
| Day | Fajr | Dhuhr | Asr | Maghrib | Isha |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 21 Sep | 05:54 | 13:06 | 16:11 | 19:10 | 20:15 |
| Tue 22 Sep | 05:54 | 13:06 | 16:11 | 19:09 | 20:14 |
Approximate (Muslim World League method) — confirm locally on the day.
A spare evening
Petronas Twin Towers & KLCC Park
KLCC
The icon; the park, Suria KLCC mall and Aquaria sit at the base — right next to the Convention Centre.
More →Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia
near the National Mosque / Lake Gardens
One of the finest Islamic art museums in the region, with a halal restaurant on site.
More →Batu Caves
Gombak (north KL)
Hindu cave temple with the giant golden statue and 272 steps; ~30 min by KTM Komuter.
Merdeka Square & Central Market
city centre
Colonial-era square, the Sultan Abdul Samad Building and a heritage handicraft market.
The reason you came
Must-see at the show
International Halal Technical Capacity Development Programme (IHTCDP) · Halal Certification Body Convention (HCBC) · The Global Halal Talk (TGHT) — Dinner
Speakers: Honourable Senator Dato' Setia Dr. Haji Mohd Na'im bin Haji Mokhtar, YBhg. Dato' Dr. Sirajuddin bin Suhaimee, Mr. Muhyidin bin Aziz @ Saari, Mr. Iszam bin Padil
Is this for you?
This event is aimed at: Foreign Halal Certification Bodies (FHCBs), Government regulators and ministry officials, Shariah auditors, Halal industry leaders, Trade partners and B2B procurement, Accreditation body representatives.
Register
Travel info sources: https://www.malaysia.travel · https://imigresen-online.imi.gov.my/mdac (Malaysia Digital Arrival Card) · https://www.kliaekspres.com · https://www.iamm.org.my