Is MYR 6k enough to sustain in malaysia

Last activity 30 June 2018 by Gravitas

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Kra312Member30 June 2018 16:02:31

Hi,

I have around 4 years of IT experience in India. Recently got an offer of MYR 6k for malaysia location. I am trying to understand if this compensation is at par with expat salary with same level of experience. Can I save any amount if I am plan to bring my family to KL.

GravitasViP30 June 2018 16:35:14

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If you search or look at the forum a guy a couple of days ago asked the same thing. He had 3 years experience. Read the responses to that thread for information.

Edit - I found it for you - https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=789395

Kra312Member30 June 2018 17:01:54

Thanks gravitas. However can you provide your suggestion if 6k is good a couple in malaysia?

GravitasViP30 June 2018 17:14:19

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A couple can also survive on RM6 but accommodation will be more expensive as will need own apartment. During the period 28% non-resident income tax is deducted it will be tight financially i.e. until July 2019, but still doable for a couple - just.

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