Brunei travel guide
Brunei is a small, peaceful sultanate on the northern coast of Borneo, where gilded mosque domes rise above the water and rainforest begins almost at the edge of the capital. Few places in the region feel so calm and orderly. Its signature experiences are the mosques and palaces of Bandar Seri Begawan, the stilted water villages of Kampong Ayer, and quiet jungle walks. The country is compact and easy to cover. Most visitors base themselves in Bandar Seri Begawan, with the museums, markets and waterfront close together and the pace pleasantly slow, and head out for boat rides along the river and day trips into the forest and out onto the water, including the Temburong district across the bay. Brunei is warm and humid all year, so mornings are best for outdoor sights, with slightly drier weather from February to April. It suits short visits, stopovers and travellers combining a stay with Sarawak or Sabah. Plan the itinerary city by city with Zippy Trips.
Visa for Indian passport holders
Visa required, apply before you fly.
Before you go to Brunei
- Currency
- BND B$
- Emergency number
- 993
- Plug type
- Type A, C
- Tap water
- Drink bottled water
- Tipping
- Optional
- Bargaining
- Common
- eSIM
- Available
- Card networks
- Visa, Mastercard
- ATM fees
- Varies; ATMs concentrated in Bandar Seri Begawan
Cities in Brunei
- Bandar Seri Begawan The Capital of Wealth — a serene, orderly city of stunning mosques, golden palaces, and pristine rainforests.
Frequently asked questions about Brunei
- Do Indian citizens need a visa for Brunei?
- Visa required, apply before you fly.
- What currency is used in Brunei?
- The currency in Brunei is the Brunei Dollar ($). B$1 is about ₹74.
- Can I use cards and ATMs in Brunei?
- Accepted card networks: Visa, Mastercard. Typical ATM fees: Varies; ATMs concentrated in Bandar Seri Begawan. Decline dynamic currency conversion at ATMs and card machines.
- Should I tip in Brunei?
- Tipping in Brunei: optional. Typically about 10% in restaurants.
- Is tap water safe to drink in Brunei?
- Drink bottled water.
- What plug type does Brunei use?
- Brunei uses Type A, C plugs.
- What is the emergency number in Brunei?
- Emergency: 993. Police: 993. Ambulance: 991.
- Can I get a SIM or eSIM in Brunei?
- SIM and eSIM available in Brunei.