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Forum: Malaysia
Dec 28th 2019, 7:32 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Hi Scuba, I was getting my “certifying letter” faxed from DVLA but now I’m informed that JPJ will not accept the fax so it seems the original letter will be the only route forward. I’ll have to get...
Forum: Malaysia
Dec 18th 2019, 10:13 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Thanks for the information Scuba, ref the above I would suggest that it is not the UK licences that are the problem but in an age of counterfeiting when you can literally fake anything they are...
Forum: Malaysia
Dec 17th 2019, 5:02 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Thanks for the information Scuba, I have not heard of a "certification letter" from DVLA, can you please give more information regarding and obtaining it, many thanks.
Forum: Malaysia
Sep 4th 2019, 1:03 pm
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Seems like some positive news :thumbsup: :fingerscrossed:

https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2019/09/518642/special-consideration-malaysians-convert-foreign-driving-licences-local...
Forum: Malaysia
Nov 21st 2018, 6:58 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Many thanks for the information it is very useful but just highlights the futility of the change for those who have passed a test in a country recognised by the international legislation/treaty that...
Forum: Malaysia
Nov 7th 2018, 5:30 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Many thanks for the update IVV.

Actually I think being pulled over and having my UK driving licence questioned are slim however my concern is should I be involved in a traffic accident my...
Forum: Malaysia
Nov 6th 2018, 10:12 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Many thanks for the link Simon, it will be some time before I proceed but for sure I will update on the experience.
Forum: Malaysia
Nov 5th 2018, 6:52 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

In light of the information from the BHC session that the licence conversion facility has not been suspended but cancelled does anyone have any recommendations of any driving schools in Penang that...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 15th 2018, 5:07 pm
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

As I will not be at the afternoon tea I have already written to the High Commision asking them to raise the issue with the Director who is attending. One of my concerns is that it states “suspension”...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 14th 2018, 7:20 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

I will (more in hope than expectations) write to the British Embassy explaining the dilemma that a British citizen can only drive in MY with their native driving licence if accompanied by a IDP but...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 12th 2018, 12:37 pm
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Simon, are the rules the same for Australian citizens (as it is for the UK) that you have to be an Australian resident to obtain a IDP and can you obtain the IDP online or (again as in the UK) do you...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 10th 2018, 9:40 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Yes it does seem a backward step, I would have thought MM2H visa holders would be allowed to convert their licences (within existing regulations) as it seems such an innocuous benefit.

It seems to...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 9th 2018, 2:16 pm
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Ian, its required irrespective of the language:

"License owners are advised to bring along a copy of Driving License Confirmation letter from Embassy of the country of origin or translation letter...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 9th 2018, 1:31 pm
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

Ian, another issue is regulations state you need a letter from home country Embassy confirming licence validity but British High Commission (link) will not issue such a letter.
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Forum: Malaysia
Oct 9th 2018, 11:25 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

This is now becoming as clear as a Supreme Court appointment.

According to MM2H announcement you can still drive with (origin country) valid driving licence as long as it is accompanied by a valid...
Forum: Malaysia
Oct 8th 2018, 9:38 am
Replies: 148
Views: 87,380
Posted By Macsta

Re: Suspension Of Conversion of Foreign Driving Licence to Malaysia Driving Lice

According to UK official site, the IDP issued in UK, is valid for 12 months HOWEVER the IDP is only issued within the UK (at Post Offices), not mailed out, so it seems a trip back to would be...
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