Mmiki9
South African expat in Malaysia
Forum posts
40
Contacts
3
About me
South African, Married
Lives in George Town, Penang
Speaks English Afrikaans
Registration: 22 June 2016
From South Africa
My husband and I arrived in Penang last week . Any South Africans on this forum Read More
Will RM7000 enough 2 Pensioners by Mmiki9
My husband and I are retired and want to live in Penang Will RM7000 be enough to live from including rent, medical, food ect We do not live or eat extravacant, in fact we need very little We would like to rent a town house/ house in a good area, as ...
Apologies my mistake. We will be in Penang permantly next month. Our currency in South Africa is 4 times lower than MYR. We live comfortable at the moment in SA but due to curency conversion will have to cut down considerably. We can only afford ... Read More
Will RM7000 enough 2 Pensioners by Mmiki9
My husband and I are retired and want to live in Penang Will RM7000 be enough to live from including rent, medical, food ect We do not live or eat extravacant, in fact we need very little We would like to rent a town house/ house in a good area, as ...
Pse convert your breakdown and total to MYR Read More
Storage
Looking for storage space as I am looking for suitable accomodation where I can keep my dog. Still not have a fixed address. Want to move to Penang in August and want to send my personal stuff over in the meantime Read More
Will RM7000 enough 2 Pensioners by Mmiki9
My husband and I are retired and want to live in Penang Will RM7000 be enough to live from including rent, medical, food ect We do not live or eat extravacant, in fact we need very little We would like to rent a town house/ house in a good area, as ...
Thank you for your reply. We have MM2H. Where can we get affordable med insurance. Will I be able to get a furnished house/duplex for R2000/R2500 where dog is allowed. Read More
Will RM7000 enough 2 Pensioners
My husband and I are retired and want to live in Penang Will RM7000 be enough to live from including rent, medical, food ect We do not live or eat extravacant, in fact we need very little We would like to rent a town house/ house in a good area, as ... Read More
Medical Insurance
Looking for affordable Medical Insurance for two pensioners Read More
Do you speak Malay? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Malay is essential for a successful integration in Malaysia. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Malay? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
Thank you for your advice. I was in Penang for a month and now back in my country. There are a few things that I will have to get use to in Malaysia. Almost all toilets are wet and messy. But at least I feel safe in your country. Penang must realise ... Read More
Cost of living in Malaysia - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Malaysia, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices ...
Thank you for your interest. We stayed in Penang for a month in order to find out the cost of living in Malaysia. As our currency is almost four times less than in your country, we will have to downscale to a normal landed property when in ... Read More
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 ...
Hi Just to mention we are 60 Yr old pensioners who qualified with the MYR 150 000 option Read More
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 ...
Hi. I think u will be able to do it yourself if you stay in KL to be near the office where you lodge your visa. I am from South Africa and my fix deposit funds had to come over in USD before it could be coverted into Ringgit. Cause our country do ... Read More
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 ...
I am in Penang for the second week now. Will only get my pp stamped net week. I think you can be safe to work on two weeks. Not all countries work in Ringgit. It took us 5 days for the transfer One more day to open bank account and one day to do ... Read More
Do you speak Malay? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Malay is essential for a successful integration in Malaysia. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Malay? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
I will be in Malaysia on Wednesday to register my MM2H and to look for rental property Read More
Do you speak Malay? by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Malay is essential for a successful integration in Malaysia. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Malay? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language course ...
What NOT to do in Malaysia What do you people perceive as rude or offencive? In our country it is rude to put your finger in your ear, nose and mouth in public or To spit in public or to to do the reverse gear mucus suck Unknowingly a person can ... Read More
steps that I need to take to retire in Bali? visa requirements by fifitadog
Hi Can anyone tell me the steps that I need to take to retire in Bali?
I am looking for Hansson for advice re MM2H Malaysia verses Indonesia Read More
Is a South African driving license accepted in Malaysia? by Jaco101
Hello all, I will be relocating to KL in Jan '17 from South Africa. Would anyone know if a South African driving license is accepted and if not what is the correct process to follow to get a Malaysian driving license? Thanks for the advice!
Hi Jaco. I am from Cape Town and will relocate to KL in Feb. Enquire at any AA office who can help you with international drivers licence. You will find a AA offices at any major shopping centre. Otherwise all this info is available on Google ... Read More
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 ...
Dear Hansson, I applied to retire in Malaysia under the Mm2h option, two months ago. Still waiting for approval. You mentioned the option to retire in Indonesia . I would like to find out if it would be easier to get long term or even permanent ... Read More
Where to rent in Penang
Where in Penang can I find accomodation, near a place where I can attend art painting classes for adults , hospital and shopping centre Read More
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 ...
Hi Kiwi123. Congrats. My agent in KL logged my application for MM2H today. How long did you wait for approval Read More
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 ...
Hi Hansson. What happens ,when my husband or myself pass away, with the fixed deposit, investments and property, whiles in Malaysia. Where can I get info on estate requirements for non citizens reside in Malaysia under MM2H Read More
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 ...
Thank you Hansson Is only new cars exempted from tax Read More
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 ...
Will I be able to drive a vehicle with my South African drivers licence Read More
Advice for Buying an Apartment in Malaysia by Hansson
[b]Although property prices have risen considerably over the past few years in Malaysia, it still continues to be a good investment for foreigners, particularly if they intend to live in their own property. Here is some advice on buying an ...
Thank you Hansson, I will take up your offer if our application gets approved by Nov. We will come to Penang for a month for our relocate arrangements Read More
Advice for Buying an Apartment in Malaysia by Hansson
[b]Although property prices have risen considerably over the past few years in Malaysia, it still continues to be a good investment for foreigners, particularly if they intend to live in their own property. Here is some advice on buying an ...
Thank you for your valuable information Read More
Advice for Buying an Apartment in Malaysia by Hansson
[b]Although property prices have risen considerably over the past few years in Malaysia, it still continues to be a good investment for foreigners, particularly if they intend to live in their own property. Here is some advice on buying an ...
Hi Hansson If I want to rent property must I pay in advance a Deposit to the vale of the term of the contract eg, rent for 12 months as deposit. Plus my monthly rent I am reluctant to talk to an Estate agent as they will make me pay for information ... Read More
Penang brige
What is the name of the bridge that connects Penang to the main land How much tax is payable to make use of the bridge How long is the bride Is there a ferry, or bus or train available between the main land and Penang and how much is the tariffs Read More
What is Wet market?
I am Caucasian from South Africa and do not know what is a wet market. Is it safe to go there. Read More
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 ...
Thank you for this valuable information. After approval for a 10 year visa, will have to apply again to all the requirement, for the next 10 years And what will happen if policy change during this time while I am in the country Regards Mmiki Read More
Accomodation with my dog
My husband and I (pensioners 60) from South Africa will know by Nov if our application was approved. We will come over in Nov in order to arrange for accomodation and relocation arrangements Will we be able to find a house or any other ground floor ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Adjusting to new climatic conditions is key in any expatriation process. Moving to Malaysia is no exception. What are the climate characteristics of Malaysia? How does the local weather impact your daily life, mood or ...
Is the water in Penang save to use for drinking and cooking Read More
Advice for Buying an Apartment in Malaysia by Hansson
[b]Although property prices have risen considerably over the past few years in Malaysia, it still continues to be a good investment for foreigners, particularly if they intend to live in their own property. Here is some advice on buying an ...
Do I understand correct. Must the buyer pay the agent commission. Surely if the seller is using an agent to sell his property, then the Seller must pay the agent commission for finding a willing buyer for him This is how it works in South ... Read More
Reliable Agent by Mmiki9
I am living in South Africa and want to submit my application for a long term Visa in Malaysia. I have Googled some names who can assist, but I am worried if these people are legit. How can I be sure that the person on the other side is not a scam
Thank you for your response My husband and I want to retire in Malaysia I looked on the Malaysian government Web but can not find any info in this regard I Google and found an agent willing to help to submit the required docs for a fee How can I ... Read More
Reliable Agent
I am living in South Africa and want to submit my application for a long term Visa in Malaysia. I have Googled some names who can assist, but I am worried if these people are legit. How can I be sure that the person on the other side is not a scam Read More
Climate
I am concerned about the extreme heat and want to find out if people get use to this climate. Will all rental property have aircon in the units Read More