Moving to KL ( near KL) and US

This might be helpful - there is also a discussion after the article. I think now it is only possible to import using an Agent to do all the paperwork - https://ohmyexpatlife.com/2016/10/05/im … omment-508

BRINGING IN YOUR PETS
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Below are the procedures that you will have to follow when you intend bringing in your pets:     

Please check the Veterinary Import Regulation to confirm that your pet can be brought into Malaysia at www.dvs.gov.my.

Complete Application Form A to apply for import permit. Attach current vaccination record for dogs and cats. Pay RM5.00 / head (dog and cat) and RM0.10 / head (bird) for import fee. Submit the application to Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) at Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-Based Industry, Wisma Tani, Block Podium, Lot 4G1, Precinct 4, Federal Government Adiministration Centre, 62630 Putrajaya OR at State Veterinary Departments. The application form will be processed within one working day.

Apply for special approval for restricted breed of dogs (Rottweiller, Doberman, German Shepard / Alsatian including Belgian Shepard and East European Shepard, Bull Mastiff, Bull Terrier and Perro de Presa Canario (also known as Canary Dog).

Import of Pit Bull Terrier / Pit Bull (also known as American Pit Bull, American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier and Staffordshire Bull Terrier), American Bulldog, Neapolitan Mastiff, Japanese Tosa, Akita, Dogo Argentino, Fila Braziliero are not permitted. Refer DVS’s website for further information at www.dvs.gov.my.

After obtaining Import Permit, please make booking with DVS for quarantine of certain animals and birds. Quarantine period ranges from a minimum of seven days and can be extended to certain period if the animals are infected to a maximum of 30 days.

All animals and birds under quarantine are subjected to a quarantine fee. For example, dogs only RM 10.00/head/day. Please refer to DVS’s website for details.

Before exporting pet to Malaysia, the owner must obtain veterinary health certificate for pet from the government veterinarian of the origin country. This must be done within 7-10 days of export.

Submit the following original documents upon arrival in Malaysia to DVS officer at point of entry:
Original import permit.
Original Veterinary Health Certificate from home country.
Original Vaccination Certificate.
All documents above must be in English or a certified translated version.
Complete Customs Form No. 1 (K1) using tariff code 0106 (zoos and pet) for importation.

The pet will be brought to quarantine station, if it is subject to quarantine.

Collect pet after quarantine period.
For further enquiries, kindly contact:-

Department of Veterinary Services,
Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-Based Industry,
Wisma Tani, Podium Block, Lot 4G1,
Precinct 4, Federal Government Administration Centre,
62630 Putrajaya,
Tel : +603 – 8870 2000
Fax : +603 – 8878 6021
Email : pro@dvs.gov.my
Website : www.dvs.gov.my

Note:
(a) Import Permit is issued on a consignment basis.
(b) Import Permit is valid for 30 days and may be extended to 60 days upon request.
(c) Owners are advised to familiarise themselves with the import regulations and comply with the conditions in the regulations. Refer to DVS’s website for details.
(d) No quarantine if dogs from rabies free country (United Kingdom, Northern Ireland, Eire, Australia, New Zealand, Brunei, Japan, Singapore). e. Exotic pets of wildlife origin may be subject to wildlife conservation conditions. Refer to Department of Wildlife and National Parks website: www.wildlife.gov.my.

Oh sorry, I thought this was the forum. Im very tech challenged. 

I am also moving to Malaysia from New Mexico.  Any suggestions, information, or guidance would be appreciated!

Hello , hope to arrive safe in Malaysia .
If you need a new place to stay in I can help you .

Hi marshapeter :

Where in NM are u living??   Your post says Johor?? When do u plan to move??

I am currently living near Farmington, NM in the Four Corners area.  I will be moving to Malaysia at the end of July and living near Johor Bahru. 

Have you arrived in Malaysia yet or are you still in NM?

wow...coincidence, I am also moving end of July, Beg of August. Im taking two pets and
uprooting my whole life...but its all good.  May I ask, Why are you moving to Malaysia.?
I have been wanting to go to Johor....its beautiful there....

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I am heading to Malaysia for work.  It’s an exciting move, however I have only been to Malaysia once.  I have a lot of questions and a lot of research to do

yes, exciting and scary!!!  I' ve been traveling there for approx 5 years .... before that Thailand. I love the area. I will be living outside KL -

What shipping company are you using to move your belongings from New Mexico to Malaysia?

Im researching it all now....trying to figure out best way, not taking all my stuff, selling most

this is one quote i rec'd   FOR UNITED VAN LINES

rate to ship 10 pieces/items, 18x18x16"/40 lbs. door to door will be $1,995.00. This rate includes collection of packed boxes/items from your residence, ocean freight to Malaysia, customs clearance and residential delivery.