Quick facts about Kota Kinabalu

Currency: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)
Language: Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) and English
Population: ≈ 500,000 (Kota Kinabalu City)
Climate: Tropical rainforest, with high humidity and rainfall throughout the year
Time Zone: Malaysia Standard Time (MYT), UTC+8
Visa: Malaysia allows visa-free entry for many nationalities, including most EU citizens, as well as visitors from the U.S., Canada, and Australia for stays up to 90 days.
Transportation: Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) serves the city with both domestic and international flights. The city has a reliable public transportation system, including buses and taxis, making it easy to explore the area.