Emicoti
French expat in Malaysia
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14
About me
French
Lives in Kuala Lumpur
Registration: 19 June 2014
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Dealing with emergency situations in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in Malaysia face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What ...
Hi! If you are in a serious enough situation in Malaysia, the best thing is to go to Singapore. Unfortunately, medical facilities and doctors are not of international standards in Malaysia. I know the case of 2 families (one of them had a very ... Read More
9000RM offered for Sr. Software Engr in KL by aguru
Hi All, I'm James, I'm from Dhaka, Bangladesh. Today I've received an job offer from a Malaysian Company for the role of Sr. Software Engr. I'm in a fix on what I should do. That's why I am posting this with a hope that ...
I imagine you maybe already decided about your move. You will have great difficulties saving 2-3K with 9,000RM salary, as cost of living is quite high and especially if you need to deduce your income taxes from this salary. I guess you can live on ... Read More
Offer acceptance dilemma - Can I live & save off 20k RM (after tax)? by nexami
Hi Guys, My name is Aakash, I live in Mumbai, India and work in the tech space. I got a 320,000 RM gross salary offer in KL. The monthly take home after 19% tax (excluding small reimbursements & medical) is working out to 20k RM. The 19% tax ...
You are right. Not sure it is worth it economically speaking... Inflation in Malaysia is quite high (about 6%) and cost of leaving is getting closer to Singapore. With the economical and political turmoils at the moment and the fact that the ... Read More
Offer acceptance dilemma - Can I live & save off 20k RM (after tax)? by nexami
Hi Guys, My name is Aakash, I live in Mumbai, India and work in the tech space. I got a 320,000 RM gross salary offer in KL. The monthly take home after 19% tax (excluding small reimbursements & medical) is working out to 20k RM. The 19% tax ...
By the way, I forgot to mention for your information that my kiddies' school increased they fees of +15% this year!! So, you have to take into consideration schools will increase their fees every year by 5% minimum... So, you really need to ... Read More
Offer acceptance dilemma - Can I live & save off 20k RM (after tax)? by nexami
Hi Guys, My name is Aakash, I live in Mumbai, India and work in the tech space. I got a 320,000 RM gross salary offer in KL. The monthly take home after 19% tax (excluding small reimbursements & medical) is working out to 20k RM. The 19% tax ...
Nemodot is right in his calculations. 20K/month is a very good salary if you are single, but with children in an International School it's impossible... You need your contract to include at least the school fees for your daughter in an ... Read More
Cost of living in Malaysia 聳 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Malaysia in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Malaysia you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Malaysia? > accommodation ...
Don't know where Gravitas is buying his food from: For 4 Australian steaks, we paid 100RM at Bangsar Village supermarket the other day! - Food budget for a family of 4 (good products only and good supermarkets, cold storage, Jasons, Bens or the ... Read More
Confirmation of cost of living in KL by Msalvi
I have received a job offer to move into KL For a temporary assignment of 6 months. I did some investigation regarding to the cost of living and would like to confirm if it is close to reality. I am a single male, like to go out on weekends to bar ...
Wow! Cyberjaya is quite far... 40mins from the center. Not sure if it's feasible to live in KLCC area and commute everyday... Traffic is the same than SP down here, so not good. I guess you can take the KLIA in Sentral which has a stop in ... Read More
Confirmation of cost of living in KL by Msalvi
I have received a job offer to move into KL For a temporary assignment of 6 months. I did some investigation regarding to the cost of living and would like to confirm if it is close to reality. I am a single male, like to go out on weekends to bar ...
Your calculation is good :) I will maybe add a bit more on utilities... Electricity and cellphones are quite expensive. 500RM/month. Big question: is your employer paying for your income taxes (25% of yearly salary). Good luck ;) Ps: which part of ... Read More
Moving to KL------Help Required by mannu_rajan
Hi, My hubby has 9+ experience and a Lead consultant and has been offered a job in KL for 13708 RM per month [inclusive of tax] with a relocation benefit and medical insurance covered. He is currently getting around 130000 INR per month in hand. We ...
I am not sure if they will refuse his visa due to Hepatitis B. Only in certain cases Immigration ask for a blood test (mainly for workers, maids), so they should not ask it to your husband. I am not sure about the INR, I do not know how much it is ... Read More
Is 6000RM enough to live in mlayasia for a sing;e person by Drogba11
Is 6000RM enough to live in mlayasia for a sing;e person? I am from kolkata, india and want a decent saving. How much can i save pm after paying taxes ? Please help ..
Cost for one person: 1,000RM for shared room. 100RM for utilities. 800RM/month for food, 100RM telephone 200RM transportation 300RM/month health insurance 150RM minimum doctor consultation (minimum 20,000RM for uncomplicated surgery). 1,560RM/month ... Read More
Can i survive with this income? by rrsragha
Hi, I got an offer in Malaysia in Leopad (Oil and Gas company). They are offering me 70K INR/ Month(3952 MYR). They are offering me accomadation. Please let me know whether can i survive with this income. Further, I have a monthly commitment of 60K ...
Less than 4,000RM... No way! Even with accommodation paid, this is way too low for KL. You need minimum 800-1,000RM/month for food, telephone 100RM, transportation taxi/public transport 300RM Food court: 1 meal 15RM / Restaurant mid-range ... Read More
14000 Per month in KL for a young western family by chemicalhaggis
Hi All We are a western family of 3 soon to be 4. I am considering moving to KL to study for a year. We have some savings which we will be living on for the year. We realise we wll not be living a champagne lifestyle but I want to know if our ...
Hi there!! We are an expat family of 4 too: - 3,500RM housing, you may be able to find a 3 bed apartment. Pls be sure your company will cover the advance for your flat (minimum 3 months downpayment, warranty + advance payment). - Nursery is minimum ... Read More
Australian couple wishing to retire in Malaysia by drvendzjia
Hi there, We are in our early sixties, healthy and fit. We intend to apply for MM2H programme. I am travelling to KL this Friday, will be there till Wednesday. We can't decide where to live. Any suggestions? We would prefer some water views and ...
First, are you originally from Malaysia? Or do you have any background or family there? I do not want to sound negative but, if not, your plan of leaving Australia (a fully functioning, safe, non-corrupt, clean and developed country) to live in ... Read More
Living Expense in Kuala Lumpur - 2014 by civil_prakash
Can anyone give fair idea for living expense of family with 3 members (2 adults, 1 kid) per month consider the following for reply Rented house (single bed room ) not Luxurious Food expense for family (cooking at home) public transport to ...
I guess my answer would be a bit late... I post it anyway as it could help others ;) Do you know which area you are planning to live? Where your office will be? These are the 2 most important questions and it can change your cost of living ... Read More