@berry.whitetiger
American expat in Malaysia
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About me
American
Lives in sabah
Registration: 28 July 2014
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Freelancing working company based in Europe by ragnarok87
Hi everyone, Hope you guys doing great. I have spouse visa and I am staying Malaysia. I lost my job from Malaysian company due to coivd . Now i have got new freelance working contract from one of the European country. Do i need to ...
@berry.whitetigerIt's now 2023 and I've switch away from paypal having several bad experiences with them holding my funds for more than 10-days while they earn interest I suffer. I now use Remitly.com App, and funds goes straight into my bank ... Read More
How to deal with the Heat and Humidity by khalid298
Dear All, I am planning my retirement in Malaysia. I would like to have your feedback on the heat and humidity (frequent rain falls) for people living there for a longer period of time. I made some research and I found out that there are some ...
@cinnamonape It's now 2023 and we have lots of new condos here. Come and enjoy the view and the heat. Read More
How to deal with the Heat and Humidity by khalid298
Dear All, I am planning my retirement in Malaysia. I would like to have your feedback on the heat and humidity (frequent rain falls) for people living there for a longer period of time. I made some research and I found out that there are some ...
@khalid298 Personally I haven't found a way to deal with the heat other than sitting under the AC. I have asthma so that's not a good option. I'd say go out, and sweat a little. It's like having your own sauna. Enjoy the climate I often laugh at my ... Read More
British pound notes (paper) discontinued from Sept by Clarabrit
Hello expat Brits. Recent news reports say British pound (GBP) paper money will no longer be valid from September because they are being replaced by plastic notes. Embassy confirmed when asked. I have a substantial amount of paper notes ...
@Clarabrit If you still know someone you trust in UK send the money to them using registered mail or a courier. Ask them to deposit it and send the money to you using WISE app. Your exchange rate will be better and you shouldn't suffer any loss. Read More
Your neighbours in Malaysia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, When you move in Malaysia, relationships with your neighbours can play a vital role in your well-being and integration. Share your experiences of the interactions and routines that punctuate your daily life in Malaysia: Tell us ...
I've lived in the same Chinese (Sino-Kadazan) community for twenty years having been married to one for 25-years. I always interface with my neighbour's and family members for functions and holidays. I'm considered an odd-ball with my American ways, ... Read More
Freelancing working company based in Europe by ragnarok87
Hi everyone, Hope you guys doing great. I have spouse visa and I am staying Malaysia. I lost my job from Malaysian company due to coivd . Now i have got new freelance working contract from one of the European country. Do i need to ...
Be very careful what your visa says. If it says no working or not permitted to work it means just that. No work at home also. You can however invest and use your proceeds as income. Whatever you decide you must report any digital income to the ... Read More
More than 90 days, not visa runner... by ey8900
We are a couple from Finland in our 60s and we would like to spend abt. 4-5 months during the winter in Malaysia. We have been regular visitors for two decades but now we are retiring and would like to extend our previuosly 4-6 week visits a little ...
I'm not sure what your planning to do is possible now that the boarders are tightly control. Specifically if your going to Singapore or Thailand where the boards have been closed cos of spikes in covid. Your best bet is to apply for a Malaysian ... Read More
Quarantine rules for family by Craig&family
Hello all, we are due to move to KL next month and I am seeing mixed information about quarantine when travelling as a family. I read only two people per room was possible or only one adult and children can stay with either adult (or one with each ...
It's really bad in KL right now. Some areas are beginning to look like Nazi concentration camps. I'd avoid travel if at all possible. your movement will be severely restricted even with a vaccine as only 6% of the country has been vaccinated ... Read More
Expatriation to Malaysia: border updates by Cheryl
Hello everyone, in Malaysia as elsewhere, the current pandemic has changed our way of life but also our mobility, due to the state of borders of nearby countries or countries we wanted to visit. Today we would like to take stock of the current ...
The so called sweeper flights to America/UK are a joke. Usually very expensive and unavailable selection if any at all. So much for the notify by post laws that require security alerts be sent by mail. I think I'll wrap myself up and send by ... Read More
Employment and new work practices in Malaysia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, In diverse sectors, employment in Malaysia has been tremendously affected by the current crisis. We invite you to share your experience on these changes in the professional world in Malaysia. Did new work practices emerge over ...
I'm nearing mandatorty retirement age and have missed a number of opportunties to work from home simply because I wasn't fast enough. Quanity seems to have over taken quality. fast and cheap is what this new economy demands. If your gonna ... Read More
CAN FOREIGNERS WORK IN MALAYSIA WHILE HOLDING A MARRIAGE VISA by ONEEXPSERVC88
I would like to employ a Vietnamese who is holding a marriage visa. Does my compamy to apply a WP for her. Is there any levy to be paid annually and how much is the levy? What procedure is there to follow?
you will also need a copy of a valid company license within 6-months of expire. Read More
CAN FOREIGNERS WORK IN MALAYSIA WHILE HOLDING A MARRIAGE VISA by ONEEXPSERVC88
I would like to employ a Vietnamese who is holding a marriage visa. Does my compamy to apply a WP for her. Is there any levy to be paid annually and how much is the levy? What procedure is there to follow?
they each have to apply for a student visa the their institution of choice. Their visa has nothing to do with yours. Read More
CAN FOREIGNERS WORK IN MALAYSIA WHILE HOLDING A MARRIAGE VISA by ONEEXPSERVC88
I would like to employ a Vietnamese who is holding a marriage visa. Does my compamy to apply a WP for her. Is there any levy to be paid annually and how much is the levy? What procedure is there to follow?
get a business visa and travel Read More
CAN FOREIGNERS WORK IN MALAYSIA WHILE HOLDING A MARRIAGE VISA by ONEEXPSERVC88
I would like to employ a Vietnamese who is holding a marriage visa. Does my compamy to apply a WP for her. Is there any levy to be paid annually and how much is the levy? What procedure is there to follow?
you have to apply for a "chop" on the visa for "right to work". It is a rubber stamp but you will need the required documents. Letter of employment offer and company licenses+ any service bond from guarantor. Read More
Stiff New Requirements For Malaysia My Second Home by cinnamonape
Just heard this from a friend: "For those who didn't attend the BHCKL/MM2H presentation yesterday (21 March 2018), the word is out (official), even backed by tiny fold-out MM2H pamphlets. From the "middle of the year" but ...
expect new rules to follow as countries tighten the noose. Thailand now requires proof of health insurance before enter the country. Expect others to follow their lead. Read More