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@Kovu01

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American expat in Malaysia

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American

Lives in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan

Speaks English

Registration: 31 December 2020

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2 years ago
myfotowink

My employer do not allow me to resign..I need advice please by myfotowink

Anyone can give me advice? My contract will expire february2023 but due to some family matters back in my country,  I tendered my resignation with 30 days advance notice.My contract stated that I can only resign if the company breach the ...

Kovu01

with two extended middle fingers Read More

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2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

At a gathering at work during Trump's run for presidency we were talking about the election. One of the co-worker said there are Muslim fighters training camps at the border between US and Mexico out in the open. I said how do you know that, he said ... Read More

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2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

@fatemzzahra79, @Fred: Well put! Also when it comes to freedom of religion, I feel there is more to it than a country having some laws on the books for such purpose. How well the country adheres and polices such laws are as important. Some people ... Read More

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2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

Making a moral equivalence between extermination and being poor is the ultimate stupidity. To some degree I understand your reaction. Nobody like to be told they have an ugly baby. and man, do you have one!  Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

Now you are mixing politics and religion and other things under the religious freedom umbrella If you want to mix all these things, then how free are Muslims to wear hijab in some of these countries you mentioned. Almost on monthly bases a masjid ... Read More

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2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

Looking for a study about Islam from where France, US, India ..etc. Sure these studies will definitely adhere to the highest standard of journalism integrity and truth telling. How about a report from Fox News will that be the ultimate validation. ... Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

I have been in western and eastern countries, and I watch a lot of news. I consider Malaysia by far in the top 1% of freedom of religion in the world. By the way, no country will ever pass the absolute measuring stick of being a 100% perfect ... Read More

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2 years ago
jonnysilverhand83

Can I convert to Islam while applying to become an expat in Malaysia? by jonnysilverhand83

I am an American citizen that has been working and living in Japan. While I enjoy my life here, I have been becoming more and more fascinated by Muslim culture. I have come to realize that there are a lot of lies in the mainstream media about ...

Kovu01

I agree with you that there are a lot of misconception about Islam. Sometimes it is done for political reasons and sometimes it is simply a reflection of some (Individuals or Groups) who think they follow the faith, but they are far from the true ... Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
2 years ago
Cheryl

The best age to move to Malaysia by Cheryl

Hello everybody, No two people experience expatriation in Malaysia in the same way, depending on their age and personal situation. We would like to know more about you and ask you to share with us when you decided to move to Malaysia. How old ...

Kovu01

I came to Nilai Malaysia last year with my wife. My wife is from Malaysia. Personally, I feel the best age to come to Malaysia is when you are financially at appoint that you can come here and be able to have the same standard of living you have ... Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
2 years ago
fir3wall90uk

Landlord Problems after leaving MY by fir3wall90uk

Hi, I have a weird situation and would be very thankful for any advise as I'm really now desperate and lost. I was living in MY for almost 2Y and moved out February this year. Due to fast move (company changes, covid) I've left all my ...

Kovu01

I came to Malaysia last year. I rented a BNB for two months. The landlord was excellent! No issue with the full deposit returned. Then I rented a bigger place from another landlord. It was ok. The only issue I had the AC bill was 400 and they needed ... Read More

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3 years ago
Kovu01

Phone & Internet plans by Kovu01

Hello everyone,I just arrived to Malaysia and serving my two weeks quarantine.Just wondering if you have any recommendation about internet providers and cell phone plans.looking for something reliable.Thank you in advance

Kovu01

I got TIME for Internet and Celcom for cell phone plan and so far no issues Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Hansson

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) by Hansson

The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Visa was initially introduced as a Retirement Visa for foreigners interested in moving to and settling in Malaysia. Basically it is a 10 year Social Visit Pass with Multiple Entry that allows you to go and come as ...

Kovu01

maybe they just don't want westerners! does that compute !? Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Hansson

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) by Hansson

The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Visa was initially introduced as a Retirement Visa for foreigners interested in moving to and settling in Malaysia. Basically it is a 10 year Social Visit Pass with Multiple Entry that allows you to go and come as ...

Kovu01

The Malaysian government knows raising the financial requirements will impact the MM2H program. Maybe the government is trying to curb certain nationalities by doing so. Maybe they want to have foreigners come here to provide the sought-for skills ... Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Hansson

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) by Hansson

The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Visa was initially introduced as a Retirement Visa for foreigners interested in moving to and settling in Malaysia. Basically it is a 10 year Social Visit Pass with Multiple Entry that allows you to go and come as ...

Kovu01

how nice of you! Read More

Kovu01 replied to a thread
3 years ago
Hansson

Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) by Hansson

The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Visa was initially introduced as a Retirement Visa for foreigners interested in moving to and settling in Malaysia. Basically it is a 10 year Social Visit Pass with Multiple Entry that allows you to go and come as ...

Kovu01

So why bothering with Malaysia then! just move to one of these countries you mentioned !? Read More