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# Practical Information

The official language of Malaysia is Bahasa Malaysia and English is widely spoken

Malaysia Time Zone is UTC/GMT +8

#### Venue

The WUF9 venue is the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) in Kuala Lumpur - www.klccconventioncentre.com.
The address of KLCC is as follows:
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
50088 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Wireless Internet access will be available throughout the venue

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#### Registration

Each participant at the World Urban Forum must be registered individually to attend the conference. Registration by organization is not allowed.

The online registration has closed on Wednesday, 24 January 2018. Registered participants will be able to collect the badge to access the venue at the Accreditation Center at the venue. Participants not registered online will need to go through on-site registration at the Accreditation Center prior to collection of the WUF9 badge.

Accreditation will take place at the Hall 6 of the venue starting on 5 February 2018. The schedule for the WUF9 accreditation center:

4 February 2025 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
5 February 2025 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
6 to 8 February 2025 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
9 to 12 February 2025 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
13 February 2025 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It is strongly encouraged to come with enough time and avoid peak morning hours for on-site registration.

#### Local Transportation

The WUF9 venue – the Kuala Lumpur Convention Center - is accessible by public transport in several ways:

By Road:
If you are in a taxi or a chauffeured car, approach the Centre along Jalan Pinang and turn left into the Main Entrance (second turn after the Mandarin Oriental Hotel) for drop off.
The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) can be accessed by free bus services, GoKL City Bus. More information is available at http://www.gokl.com.my/.

By Train:
Take the Light Rail Transit (LRT), Kelana Jaya Line and disembark at the KLCC Station. Turn left after exiting the turnstiles and walk through the Suria KLCC shopping centre Concourse level to the Centre Court. Turn left and make your way past Cold Storage to the Guardian Pharmacy where there is a covered walkway through to the Centre. Take the elevator to the Ground Floor where you will be directed to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. For more info on train service, please visit https://www.myrapid.com.my/

On Foot:
From the Suria KLCC shopping centre’s Concourse Level Centre Court, make your way past Cold Storage to the Guardian Pharmacy where there is a covered walkway through to the Centre. The Centre is also accessible for delegates and visitors via the air-conditioned Bukit Bintang KLCC Pedesterian Walkway (pedestrian bridge) that connects Pavilion KL (Bukit Bintang) and the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. The link bridge features entrance/exit at the Pavilion Mall, Wisma Cosway, Jalan Perak and the Impiana KLCC Hotel with convenient exit escalators and staircases located at the main entrance to the Centre. This airconditioned link allows delegates and visitors to travel conveniently, comfortably and safely on foot. Also accessible via this bridge is the Raja Chulan monorail station and the KLCC LRT station.

#### Languages and Interpretation

English is the official working language of the World Urban Forum. English is widely spoken and understood in Malaysia.

The Opening and Closing ceremonies as well as High Level Roundtables will have interpretation in the six official languages of the United Nations (Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish). Other WUF9 main meetings such as Dialogues Stakeholder Roundtables and Special Sessions will have interpretation in English, French and Spanish.

#### Funded participants

WUF9 funded participants are invited to collect their Daily Subsistence Allowance (DSA) at the DSA Room at the following times:

7 Feb: from 13:00 to 17:00
8-13 Feb: from 10 am to 14:00; 15:00 to 17:00
The DSA Room is located on the 3rd floor – Room 310 (near the Plenary Theatre).

#### Accommodation in Kuala Lumpur

In Kuala Lumpur, delegates and visitors have a variety options among five-star hotels for less than US$150 per night, ensuring a comfortable and luxurious experience throughout their stay. Known worldwide, these five-star hotels, assures delegates will be treated to first-class hotel rooms complete with amenities, extensive range of facilities and fine-dining restaurants. These hotels reflect Malaysian hospitality, with attentive and helpful service staff eager to ensure that guests will depart with fond memories.

Within walking distance of the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (the Centre), there are over 15,000 rooms available in more than 30 four- and five-star properties, including several those that offers apartment- style accommodation – perfect for exhibitors and those who want to extend their stay, either with family or friends.

In addition, there are more than 50 hotels in the two- and three-star category. However, given the good value of our four- and five-star properties, the majority of delegates attending international congresses often elect to stay in higher-class hotels.

It should be emphasized that the following is not an exhaustive list. There are several other hotel projects currently under construction with estimated completion within the next four to five years.

#### List of 4- and 5- Star Hotels in and around the KLCC Precinct

Participants are requested to make their own arrangements for accommodations. The Government of Malaysia is warmly recommending Partners Hotel as follows:

##### Impiana KLCC Hotel Kuala Lumpur

13, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2147 1111

http://www.impiana.com.my/

Distance from the venue: on-site hotel

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2380 8888

http://www.mandarinoriental.com/kualalumpur

Booking Form

Distance from the venue: on-site hotel

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2332 9888

http://www.shangri-la.com/reservations/booking/en/index.aspx?hid=THKL&group;_code=URA050218✓_in=20180205✓_out=20180214

Distance from the venue: on-site hotel, integrated

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

Group code: URA050218 for the Special Rate

##### Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

12, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603- 2182 1234

https://kualalumpur.grand.hyatt.com/content/propertywebsites/hotels/grandhyatt/kuagh/en/group-booking/kuaghh3172018.html?cq_ck=1507919638263

Distance from the venue: on-site hotel

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

There are nevertheless many other hotels in close proximity to the venue. Participants are requested to make their hotel arrangements in advance and provide prospective hotels with the necessary information. Please refer to the list of hotels that follow.

##### Ascott Kuala Lumpur

9, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2718 6868

http://www.the-ascott.com/

Distance from the venue: 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Corus Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Ampang, Hampshire Park, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2161 8888

http://www.corushotelkl.com/

Distance from the venue: 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur

138, Jalan Ampang, Kampung Baru, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2711 8866

http://www.hotelmaya.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 71-83)

##### Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre

2, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603 2147 0888

http://www.novotelklcitycentre.com/

Distance from the venue: 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### PNB Perdana On The Park

10, Persiaran KLCC, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603 7490 3333

http://www.pnbperdanaonthepark.com/

Distance from the venue: 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 71-83)

##### Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur

2, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2144 2200

http://www.kualalumpur.concordehotelsresorts.com/

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Hotel Istana Kuala Lumpur

73, Jalan Raja Chulan, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2141 9988

http://www.hotelistana.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Intercontinental Kuala Lumpur

165, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2782 6000

http://www.intercontinental-kl.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Pullman KLCC Hotel & Residence Kuala Lumpur

4, Jalan Conlay, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2170 8660

http://www.pullmanhotels.com/gb/hotel-A0C5-pullman-kuala-lumpur-city-centre-hotel-and-residences/index.shtml

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 71-83)

##### Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur

11, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2032 2388

http://www.shangri-la.com/reservations/booking/en/index.aspx?hid=SLKL&group;_code=URB070218✓_in=20180207✓_out=20180213

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

Group code: URB070218 for the Special Rate

##### The Royale Chulan Kuala Lumpur

5, Jalan Conlay, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2688 9688

http://www.theroyalechulan.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Le Apple Boutique Hotel@KLCC

160, Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2179 3777

http://www.leappleboutique.com/

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 47-59)

##### Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur

160, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2117 4888

http://www.grandmillenniumkl.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre

84, Jalan Raja Chulan, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2028 8888

http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/kuala-lumpur/kulcc/hoteldetail

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD Less than 47)

##### JW Marriott Hotel Kuala Lumpur

183, Bukit Bintang Street, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2715 9000

http://www.marriott.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Melia Kuala Lumpur

16 Jalan Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2785 2828

http://www1.melia.com

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 71-83)

##### Hotel Soleil Kuala Lumpur

51-A, Changkat Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2715 3888

http://www.hotelsoleilbb.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 47-59)

##### Renaissance Kuala Lumpur Hotel

Corner of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Ampang, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2162 2233

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/kulrn-renaissance-kuala-lumpur-hotel/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### The Westin Kuala Lumpur

199, Bukit Bintang Street, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2731 8333

http://www.thewestinkualalumpur.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### The ZON All Suites Residences on the Park

161D, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2164 8000

http://www.zonhotel.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 71-83)

##### SOHO Suites KLCC

Jalan Perak, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +6012 7723 886

http://www.sohoklcc.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Dorsett Kuala Lumpur

172, Jalan Imbi, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2716 1000

http://www.dorsetthotels.com/malaysia/kualalumpur

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2147 0088

http://www.parkroyalhotels.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Quality Hotel City Centre Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Raja Laut, Chow Kit, 50750 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2614 8000

http://www.quality.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel

Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2717 9900

http://www.sheratonimperialkualalumpur.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Hotel Royal Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Walter Grenier, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2148 6888

http://www.hotelroyalkl.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### The Federal Kuala Lumpur

35, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2148 9166

http://www.fhihotels.com/federal

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 50-71)

##### The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur

168, Jalan Imbi, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2142 8000

http://www.ritzcarlton.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### The Royale Bintang Kuala Lumpur

17-21, Bukit Bintang Street, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2143 9898

http://www.royale-bintang-hotel.com.my/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD Less than 47)

##### The Face Suites Kuala Lumpur

1020, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2168 1688

http://www.thefacekl.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 71-83)

##### The KL Journal Hotel

No. 30, Jalan Beremi,Off Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50200 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2110 2211

http://www.kljournalhotel.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### Hilton Kuala Lumpur

3, Jalan Stesen Sentral 5, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2264 2264

http://www3.hilton.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 20 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2263 7888

http://www.lemeridienkualalumpur.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 20 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

No. 6, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2727 1111

http://www.stregiskualalumpur.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 20 minutes

Price Range: (USD 95 and above)

##### Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

5, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2723 1188

http://www.aloftkualalumpursentral.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 20 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### Pullman Kuala Lumpur Bangsar

No 1 Jalan Pantai Jaya Tower 3, 59200 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2298 1888

http://www.pullmanhotels.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 20 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### Berjaya Time Square Hotel

1, Jalan Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2117 8000

http://www.berjayatimesquarehotel.com/

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 20 minutes

Price Range: (USD 59-71)

##### Seri Pacific Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Putra, Chow Kit, 50350 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-4042 5555

http://www.seripacifichotel.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 12 minutes

Price Range: (USD 83-95)

##### GTower Hotel Kuala Lumpur

199, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2168 1919

http://www.gtowerhotel.com/en/special-offers.html

Distance from the venue: 15 minutes 5 minutes

Price Range: (USD 90 and above)

##### Hotel Capitol Kuala Lumpur

Jalan Bulan, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang. 55100 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603 2143 7000

http://www.fhihotels.com/capitol

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

Price Range: (USD 42-71)

##### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur

The Intermark, 348, Jalan Tun Razak, 50400 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2172 7272

http://doubletree3.hilton.com/en/hotels/malaysia/doubletree-by-hilton-hotel-kuala-lumpur-KULDTDI/index.html

Distance from the venue: 10 minutes

##### Pacific Regency Hotel Suites

KH Tower Jalan Punchak, Off Jalan P Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur

Tel: +603-2332 7777

http://www.pacific-regency.com/

Distance from the venue: 20 minutes 10 minutes

#### Visas

Most nationalities do not require visas for social or business visits to Malaysia. Visitors to Malaysia must be in possession of a valid passport or travel document with a minimum validity of six months beyond the period of stay.
For more information on visa, please refer to Malaysia Immigration Department at www.imi.gov.my

More information on visas

#### Currency

The monetary unit of the country is Ringgit Malaysia and is written as RM or MYR. The exchange rate is valued at USD1 = RM4.27 (as of June 5, 2025). Notes are available in RM1, RM5, RM10, RM20, RM50, and RM100 denominations, while coins are issued in 5, 10, 20 and 50 sen (cents) denominations.

Foreign currencies can be exchanged at banks and money changers found widely at the airport and city centre.

Banking details:
ATMs are available country-wide with 24-hour access. Major credit cards are widely accepted at hotels, department stores, shops, restaurants and pubs. Please take usual precaution when PIN is not required when using cards.

#### Weather

The country experiences tropical weather year-round. Temperatures range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF). Higher elevations are much colder with temperatures between 15°C (59°F) to 25°C (77°F). Annual rainfall varies from 2,000mm to 2,500mm. However, the wettest parts of Malaysia could well be the hill slopes of Sarawak’s inland areas, which receive a mean annual rainfall exceeding 5,000mm.

#### Health

All participants should ensure that they have adequate medical insurance prior to arrival.

Recommended vaccines: Poliomyelitis (childhood booster), Tetanus (childhood booster), Typhoid (food & water borne diseases), Hepatitis A (food & water borne diseases).

For those venturing outside cities and towns, further recommended vaccines are Hepatitis B, Rabies, Japanese B Encephalitis, Tuberculosis and Meningitis. For those visiting Sabah and Sarawak, Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended.

If you are coming from, or have recently travelled in, South America or sub-Saharan Africa you must present a certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever upon arrival in Malaysia.

Health insurance is recommended. Government and private hospitals are found in all the main cities. Medical services in the city (private clinics and hospitals) are available. Visitors are advised that some clinics request a down payment prior to providing medical assistance, even in emergency situations. Visitors should take medical precautions and advice should be sought before travel.

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