Stats & Facts
Where
Situated in South East Asia, on the Northern shore of the island of Borneo, wedged between the Malaysia states of Sabah and Sarawak.
Area
5770 km2
Population
381, 371
Capital
Bandar Seri Begawan
Currency
Brunei Dollar (BND), Singapore currency also accepted as legal tender.
Language
National language is Bahasa Melayu (Malay).
English is widely spoken, Mandarin and Borneo dialects also spoken.
Climate
Hot and humid throughout the year. Temperatures from 24-32 C.
No distinct rainy season, but heavier rainfall usually occurs from October to February.
Visas
Australian passport holders can visit for up to 30 days with a visa issued on arrival.
Getting There
Royal Brunei Airlines flies directly to Brunei from several Australian cities.
Holidays & Festivals
Public Holidays & Festivals 2009
Jan 01 New Years Day
Jan 20 Maal Hijrah (Islamic New Year) *
Feb 07 Chinese New Year
Feb 23 National Day
Mar 09 Prophet Muhammad's Birthday *
May 31 Anniversary of Royal Brunei Armed Forces
Jul 15 Sultan’s Birthday
Jul 20 Israk Mikraj *
Aug 22 Start of Ramadhan *
Sep 17 Nuzul Al-Quran *
Sep 21 Hari Raya Aid-el-Fitr *
Nov 28 Hari Raya Haji *
Dec 25 Christmas Day
Note: Dates marked * based on lunar calendar and subject to change. For variable holidays’ exact dates, please consult Brunei’s entry at : www.qppstudio.net
Useful Contacts
National Tourist Office
Brunei Tourism
Jalan Menteri Besar Bandar Seri Begawan - BB3910
Brunei Darussalam
For more information on Brunei www.bruneitourism.travel