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Why Sarawak

Not Just a Visa, A Better Way of Living

Sarawak offers you a brand new environment: a high-oxygen rainforest nature, peaceful, and harmonious living.

140M Years
Ancient Rainforests
46 National Parks
National Parks
2 World Heritage Sites
World Heritage Sites
34 Ethnic Groups
Harmonious Communities

Eight Reasons to Choose Sarawak

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Nature & Wildlife
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Nature & Wildlife

Sarawak is home to 46 national parks and 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the famous Mulu Caves. Ancient rainforests stretch as far as the eye can see — and with no earthquakes or volcanic activity, it's one of the most naturally stable regions in Southeast Asia.

Low Cost of Living
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Low Cost of Living

Rent, food, transport — the cost of daily life in Sarawak is significantly lower than in most major cities worldwide. You get a genuinely high quality of life without the high price tag.

Excellent Healthcare
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Excellent Healthcare

Kuching, Miri, Sibu, and Bintulu all have world-class hospitals and specialist clinics — including KPJ, Normah, Columbia Asia, Borneo Medical Centre, etc. High-quality care at reasonable cost.

Top-Tier Education
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Top-Tier Education

There are well-established private and international schools, plus universities with globally recognised degrees. English, Mandarin, and Malay are all widely spoken — making it easy for families to settle in.

Safe & Stable
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Safe & Stable

Sarawak is one of the safest and most politically stable regions in Malaysia. With extremely low crime rate and 34 ethnic groups living peacefully side by side, it's a genuinely welcoming place to call home.

Incredible Food & Culture
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Incredible Food & Culture

Kuching is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy — the only one in Malaysia. With 34 ethnic groups comes 34 food traditions, festivals, and cultural events. Sarawak laksa, kolo mee, midin, and bamboo chicken are just the beginning.

Air Connectivity
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Air Connectivity

Air Borneo launched its first flights in January 2026, with international routes expanding. A new Autonomous Rail Transit (ART) system is also under construction in Kuching — expected to be ready in 2027, making the city even easier to get around.

Favourable Climate
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Favourable Climate

Sarawak is blessed with warm weather and over 2,000 hours of sunshine year-round. Safe and stable environment free from tsunamis, volcanic activity and other natural disasters.

Quick Facts About Sarawak

A quick look at the place you're about to call home.

124,171km²
Largest state in Malaysia
Spanning the north-west coast of Borneo Island.
2.6M
Multiracial population
Across 12 divisions, with Kuching as the capital.
34
Distinct ethnic groups
Iban, Malay, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Chinese & more — the most diverse cultural region in Malaysia.
46
National parks
Pristine rainforests, caves, rivers, and wildlife.
2
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Gunung Mulu and Niah National Parks.
150,000
World's Largest Cave Chamber
The Sarawak Chamber in Mulu National Park spans 150,000 m², vast enough to fit multiple Boeing 747s.

Why Now Is a Great Time to Move to Sarawak

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A World-Class Food Destination

Kuching is the only city in Malaysia bestowed as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy. From street food to sit-down restaurants, the food scene here is truly mouth-watering.

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Easy Global Access

Sarawak-owned Air Borneo will soon connect Kuching to major international cities, making it easier to stay connected to home.

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Modern Public Transport

The autonomous rapid transit (ART) is currently under construction — expected to be operational in 2027, providing convenient city travel.

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