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Meet people in Sibu

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A few facts about Sibu

  • Sibu is home to about 200,000 people, among the 50 largest places in Malaysia.
  • It lies in Sarawak.
  • Kuala Lumpur, the largest city in Malaysia, is about 1129 km away.
  • Close by: Sibu Jaya (18 km), Binatang (25 km) and Maradong (33 km).

Where to meet in Sibu

For a first meeting in Sibu, keep it simple: coffee in the centre, a walk in a park or along the main street, maybe a small concert. An hour is enough to know whether you want a second date.

Staying safe

  • Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
  • Never send money to people you met online.
  • Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.

Questions about dating in Sibu

Who can I meet near Sibu?

Within 50 km of Sibu there are 9 towns and cities — Sarikei, Sibu Jaya and Kanowit among them — with more than 380,000 residents in all. You set the distance yourself in the filters, from 10 km up to 500 km — or choose “Any distance”.

Is there a free dating site in Sibu?

Yes. YADate is a free online dating site, in Sibu and everywhere else: profiles, search filters, likes, messages, voice messages and gifts cost nothing, and there is no premium plan. Daily caps exist only to stop spam: up to 40 new conversations a day, for example.

Are the singles around Sibu real people?

There are no fake profiles here: YADate doesn't create them or chat on anyone's behalf. Photos go live only after a moderator approves them, every account confirms an email address, and reports are reviewed by people. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.

Can I date someone from outside Sibu?

Yes. Pick any other city in the filters, at home or abroad, and YADate shows the people there.

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