KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 18 – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Wisma Putra) has advised Malaysian citizens to consider postponing non-essential travel to France until conditions stabilize, amid ongoing public demonstrations and civil unrest across several major French cities.
In an official press statement released on Sunday, October 18, 2026, Wisma Putra confirmed it is closely monitoring security developments across the country, adding that there are currently no reports of Malaysian nationals being injured or directly impacted by the protests.
The Embassy of Malaysia in Paris has issued a comprehensive security advisory urging all Malaysian residents, students, and travelers currently in France to exercise heightened caution and maintain continuous vigilance.
“While travel to France remains unrestricted, Malaysians are advised to consider postponing non-essential travel until the situation improves,” the Foreign Ministry stated.
Diplomatic Advisory, Consular Registration, and Emergency Contact Channels
Wisma Putra and the Malaysian Embassy in Paris have outlined essential safety directives for citizens:
- Monitoring and Communication: The Malaysian diplomatic mission in Paris maintains direct coordination with local law enforcement and civil authorities to receive real-time situational updates and provide immediate assistance if required.
- e-Konsular Registration: Wisma Putra strongly urges all Malaysians residing in or visiting France to register or update their personal contact details on the official e-Konsular online platform (https://ekonsular.kln.gov.my).
- Consular Assistance Hotline: Malaysians requiring urgent consular aid or facing emergency situations in France can contact the Embassy of Malaysia in Paris via landline (+331 45 53 11 85), after-hours emergency mobile line (+336 32 44 65 71), or official email ([email protected]).
- Public Vigilance: Citizens in affected urban centres are advised to avoid demonstration hotspots, public rallies, and large crowds, while strictly adhering to instructions issued by local security forces.
Wisma Putra reiterated its commitment to ensuring the welfare of Malaysian nationals abroad and will issue further advisories as the security environment in France develops.
–NMT
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