Miri to Brunei Border Crossing at Sungai Tujoh: 2026 Guide
Sungai Tujoh, just outside Miri in Sarawak, is the main land crossing between Malaysian Borneo and Brunei. Long-stay visitors in Sarawak use it to leave Malaysia and come back with a fresh entry, and it is the road route between Miri and Bandar Seri Begawan.
Quick Facts
- Malaysia side: Sungai Tujoh ICQS complex, near Miri, Sarawak
- Brunei side: Sungai Tujoh control post, Belait district
- Hours: normally 06:00 to 22:00, sometimes extended at holidays
- Busy times: weekends and festive seasons, when Bruneians drive to Miri to shop
Getting There
Direct buses run between Miri and Bandar Seri Begawan, stopping at both immigration posts. The trip takes several hours including the border. Regular Miri taxis cannot cross, but private transfers can be arranged. You can also fly between Miri and Brunei if queues are a concern.
Entry Rules
Brunei: most Western passports enter visa-free, with stay lengths that vary by nationality. US citizens, for example, get 90 days. Carry proof of onward travel, since Brunei can ask for it.
Malaysia (Sarawak): Sarawak runs its own immigration controls, separate from Peninsular Malaysia, and stamps you in on its own terms. Complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card where it applies and check that your stamp shows the number of days you expect.
Does It Reset Your Malaysia Stay?
Usually yes, as with any exit and re-entry, but it is at the officer’s discretion. Back-to-back runs with very little time in Brunei can lead to questions or a shorter stay. Spending a night or two in Bandar Seri Begawan makes the trip look like what it should be: a visit.
Bring Proof Of Onward Travel
Border officers on a visa run are deciding one thing: will you leave again on time? A confirmed onward or return booking is the quickest way to answer that. It matters most when you are re-entering a country you only just left, and on the flight leg if your run involves one. See whether Malaysia asks for proof of onward travel.
If you do not want to commit to a real ticket yet, Fast Onward Tickets issues an onward flight reservation in minutes. See our complete guide to proof of onward travel for what officers and airlines accept.
FAQs
Is there another crossing into Brunei?
Yes, from Limbang and Lawas in northern Sarawak, but Sungai Tujoh is the main one from Miri.
Do I need Brunei dollars?
Singapore dollars are accepted at par in Brunei. Carry some cash for the bus and food.
How long are the queues?
Minutes on a quiet weekday, hours on holiday weekends.
The Bottom Line
Miri to Brunei is the simplest way to leave and re-enter Malaysia from Sarawak. Go midweek, stay at least a night, and carry proof of your next departure.