expat0102
Indian looking for information about Malaysia
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Registration: 07 October 2017
Residency Pass-Talent by rupabsuvarna
Hi, Anyone who has applied for residency pass talent? Can you give me some info pls
Hello All, Question on the basic salary - how exactly is the basic salary calculated. Typically Salary is broken down into Yearly Salary = Fixed component + Variable Component (paid Quarterly as per individual and company performance) And, ... Read More
Internationation Schools (Suggestions \names) for 4year old
Dear Expat Forum. My child will turn 4 years in August and I am looking for a International school for my child to start of her kindergarten \reception year in a formal school. She is currently enrolled to a day-care from 9 to 6pm but I am ... Read More
Notarize my documents in KL
Hello Members, Apart from the Indian Embassy or BSL. which other orgnanization\ entity or individual can assist me notarize my documents like Passport, address proof (utility bill) and other documents in KL ? I am trying to open an NON RESIDENT ... Read More
Conversion of foreign driving license to local one by belletti
Hello everybody, Following the announcement of last September 14 regarding the suspension of the conversion of foreign license into loca one, has anyone information if this is a temporary situation or not? Has anyone seen JPJ on this topic - ...
#1) conversion is still suspended #2) Foreign drivers license and county issued IDP is what works. Read More
After 182 day period, can I leave more than 14 days? by namxoai
Hello everyone, I am traveling back to my country for 18 days (right after my 182 day period) However, I colleagues said that during the first year in Malaysia, employee cannot stay outside the country over 14 days. Before, I thought this 14 day ...
Hi The 182 days in a year critrtia is to qualify you as a tax resident or non resident and 14 days is inbetween the 182 time frame. Once you qualify as tax resident for the year. It should not be a problem. However i ll let the experts ... Read More
Indian Dl holder apply for IDP in klhi by expat0102
Hi I want to check if it is possible to apply for a international driver permit (IDP) in kuala Lumpur if I hold an Indian DL. I have no plan to visit my home country any time soon. Thanks in advance.
Hi Gravitas, the following is the update, #1) Called up JPJ and got to know that they cant use IDP to foreigners. #2) Called up AAM and the operator there couldn't understand me she said it is "OUT OF STOCK". Not sure what that ... Read More
pediatric doctor and skin specilist recomendation KL Sentral by expat0102
Dear All, I have moved from my India almost 6 months back with a 22 months baby. I am looking for a recommendation on a good Pediatric doctor and skin specialist for my child. Ideally near KL Sentral , Bangsar but if the doctor is highly ...
Hello ExpatInd, Thanks for response. Read More
Indian Dl holder apply for IDP in klhi by expat0102
Hi I want to check if it is possible to apply for a international driver permit (IDP) in kuala Lumpur if I hold an Indian DL. I have no plan to visit my home country any time soon. Thanks in advance.
Hi Gravitas, Thanks so much for following up and responding to my queries. I am very great-full to you. My case is #1) My DL issued is Chip based issued in India #2) The photocopy of the DL is attested at BSL, KL. I am trying to be 100% sure ... Read More
Indian Dl holder apply for IDP in klhi by expat0102
Hi I want to check if it is possible to apply for a international driver permit (IDP) in kuala Lumpur if I hold an Indian DL. I have no plan to visit my home country any time soon. Thanks in advance.
Hi thanks for you reply.I was browsing expat forums on fb on the same topic and one thing lead to other stumbled upon on this article. https://blog.socar.my/2019/01/29/reminder-idp-required-for-expats/ and this announcement Application of ... Read More
how to get myKAD for EP holder by expat0102
Dear All, I would like to seek guidance about MyKAD \I-CAD for expats with valid employment pass. What is the procedure and place to get this i-d card. Is this ID card replacement of having to carry my passport all times? Can my dependent child ...
Thanks Gravitas. Do you happen to know where to apply and how to get this? any URL links will be helpful. Read More
how to get myKAD for EP holder
Dear All, I would like to seek guidance about MyKAD \I-CAD for expats with valid employment pass. What is the procedure and place to get this i-d card. Is this ID card replacement of having to carry my passport all times? Can my dependent child ... Read More
Indian Dl holder apply for IDP in klhi by expat0102
Hi I want to check if it is possible to apply for a international driver permit (IDP) in kuala Lumpur if I hold an Indian DL. I have no plan to visit my home country any time soon. Thanks in advance.
Thanks Gravitas! Appreciate your response. Just want to clarify with the current rule as applicable Feb -2019. I can use my chip based Indian drivers license and get it is certified with BLS would qualify me to drive in Malaysia and there should be ... Read More
Indian Dl holder apply for IDP in klhi
Hi I want to check if it is possible to apply for a international driver permit (IDP) in kuala Lumpur if I hold an Indian DL. I have no plan to visit my home country any time soon. Thanks in advance. Read More
Conversion of foreign driving license to local one by belletti
Hello everybody, Following the announcement of last September 14 regarding the suspension of the conversion of foreign license into loca one, has anyone information if this is a temporary situation or not? Has anyone seen JPJ on this topic - ...
Hi Gravitas, when last checked IDP is issued from the home country and is valid only for 6 months? Is there a way to get IDP license issue from KL and if yes what is the validity? thanks a lot for your response. Read More
DP to EP conversion, Timeline and Process by Karthug
Hi Gravitas, I tried to find the post in the forum related to DP to EP conversion, however i was only able to find posting for EP to DP Could you please help me to get me queries cleared... I have a DP and had performed couple of visits to ...
Thanks for your reply Gravitas. One more query: The potential employer says that monthly tax will not be deducted at source and that the employee will have to pay tax on their own. Is this normal ? Also, why would the company not want to deduct ... Read More
DP to EP conversion, Timeline and Process by Karthug
Hi Gravitas, I tried to find the post in the forum related to DP to EP conversion, however i was only able to find posting for EP to DP Could you please help me to get me queries cleared... I have a DP and had performed couple of visits to ...
Hi Gravitas and other helpful forum members I am in a similar situation. my wife has been on a dependant pass since Jan 2018 and she is in discussion with potential employer. below are some queries 1. she is eligible for cat 2 visa. will it be ... Read More
pediatric doctor and skin specilist recomendation KL Sentral
Dear All, I have moved from my India almost 6 months back with a 22 months baby. I am looking for a recommendation on a good Pediatric doctor and skin specialist for my child. Ideally near KL Sentral , Bangsar but if the doctor is highly ... Read More
Health insurance for Expats
Thanks Gravitas!! Appreciate your help Read More
Health insurance for Expats
Dear Experts, Kindly help , As an Expat can I buy health insurance and get immediate cover from the purchase of policy in Malaysia or will they be a waiting\cool of period for few days\ months before I can buy or policy can get effective? Should ... Read More
non resident tax rate by tuvinkhang
Hi, I've been working in Malaysia on EP since January 2017 and will continue to 2018. So far my salary was deducted 28% tax rate even after i completed 183 days present in Malaysia. What should i do to let my employer know that i should be ...
Hi, related to the tax deduction i have a query. For the first 183 days salary taxable salary can be calculated as TAXABLE SALARY= (BASIC + RENTAL )-EPF Or TAXABLE SALARY= (BASIC + RENTAL ) and EPF on basic is deducted post deduction of ... Read More
Suasana loft vs suasana bukit cyleon by expat0102
Hi, Need some consideration points, reviews and conparision points between suasana sentral loft and suasana bukit cyelon for couple +kid 1 year stay. TIA.
Hi Gravitas, Thanks for your response. As i m still in my home country my options are result of google and youtube search. My work place is close to chow lim sim MRT station. I have a family friend who stays in suasana loft hence this is ... Read More
Suasana loft vs suasana bukit cyleon
Hi, Need some consideration points, reviews and conparision points between suasana sentral loft and suasana bukit cyelon for couple +kid 1 year stay. TIA. Read More
Legalisation of marriage and birthcertificate
Hello, For the application of DP. I have been asked to get legalisation of the marriage certificate. How can i get this done in Mumbai India? I read one of the post with link to MEA website which had a complex process of fist going to local state ... Read More
Accomdation options close to Southgate Commercial Center by expat0102
Hi, I have few accommodation queries as below, 1. Suggest gated residential apartments few kilometers range to South gate Commercial Center. 2. What is the difference between apartment , Condo, service apartments and service residential complex? ...
Thanks Gravitas! Kindly also share some area names / apartment names which are travel friendly via Public transport around South-gate Commercial Center. I see that the nearest train station is CHAN SOW LIN. Please suggest areas names which have ... Read More
Accomdation options close to Southgate Commercial Center
Hi, I have few accommodation queries as below, 1. Suggest gated residential apartments few kilometers range to South gate Commercial Center. 2. What is the difference between apartment , Condo, service apartments and service residential complex? ... Read More