noisysteps
Vietnamese expat in the United Arab Emirates
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Registration: 08 January 2012
How to easily get hired in Abu Dhabi
There is no such thing in any city... Jobs are not just everywhere. You must be joking! Read More
Vietnamese community
Hi there, Any Vietnamese living in the city??? Just want to meet up and hangout during week days and week ends. I myself live on Hamdan Street. Read More
Drinking buddies by makaris
Hey folks, I'm in Dubai during the weekends, but I live in Abu Dhabi during the week for work (no way in hell am I going to make that commute daily). I miss having a cold beer after work, and none of my colleagues at work drink. Also, I'm not very ...
Soulmaster... you sounds very weird... :)))) Read More
Please saving a person
Very desperate... but we can't help you... If you can not even get a job in Vietnam, then it is very difficult for you to get a jobs in Singapore.. Read More
anyone can help me? :)
You must be joking... There are many well-educated people can not find a job in Singapore and you are looking for it on a forum... =)) Read More
Vietnamese community in Kualar Lumpur, where are you? by kimsaigon
Hello Everyone, I am Vietnamese here,I've just moved to KL. I wish to make friend with friendly and helpful people. I am reliable friend. I am quite free at this moment, i can help someone in my ability. Appreciate if you drop me a line to have a ...
very much quiet... I bet!!! Read More
Best navigator or GPS
Simple solution will be "Search for Sygic"... it is the best GPS offline application so far. (Buy the South East Asian Maps, it will include Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines...) Read More
FOREIGN DELIVERY PACKAGE by Geetha Guna
Dear Friends, I'm currently working at QHC Medical Centre. In our centre we offer Foreign Delivery Package at lowest rate in town for foreigner who live aboard from their country. Our delivery package starts from RM1500.00 Only. Kindly contact me ...
I may need to find a wife first before I can get this package... Read More
tradional massage by chintyaputridh
Hello all, Im new at kuala lumpur, Usually i go to traditional massage in indonesia, does anybody know wheres the best place in kl for traditional massage *women only* ? best wishes Thank you
Nice place to get a massage is Thai Odyssey Read More
6500 RM sufficient for a couple!!! by sasha_08
hello, my husband is an civil engineer and he has been offered 6500 RM in KL MALAYSIA excluding rent,taxes..........i would like to know is 6500 RM sufficient for a couple no children,keeping saving perspective in mind. please ...
Renting itself is 6000 RM? Haha... you must stay at the top of KLCC... lolz.. :D Read More
Moving to KL and I looking a Job... by zahidq
Hey, My name is Zahid and I am moving to KL end of August/beginning of September and I am from Pakistan and I am IT Professional more then 14 years experience and I was just wondering if I could get a job in KL, in my specialization and How is it ...
I just ask my fortune teller and she said that you will have to hang around Bukit Bintang for couple months, or couple years in order to find a job... Because with a 14 years experience IT guy, who should have a very logical mind, would not accept ... Read More
Best offer a 7+ years experience software professional can get in KL? by akhilrm7
Hi, I work for a reputed software company in India and earn 1,600,000 Indian Rupees annually. I'm looking for job opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Can someone please help me understand what a "very good" offer for the following profile ...
Farm, that request is not appropriate... It is up to you to believe it or not. Read More
Best offer a 7+ years experience software professional can get in KL? by akhilrm7
Hi, I work for a reputed software company in India and earn 1,600,000 Indian Rupees annually. I'm looking for job opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Can someone please help me understand what a "very good" offer for the following profile ...
Actually, I just want to confirm that 18-20k RM per month is normal for a good IT consultant. There are plenty of people getting this payroll and we consider this is not a very high paid. If not, we will not move to Malaysia to work... Read More
Moving to KL and I looking a Job... by zahidq
Hey, My name is Zahid and I am moving to KL end of August/beginning of September and I am from Pakistan and I am IT Professional more then 14 years experience and I was just wondering if I could get a job in KL, in my specialization and How is it ...
You must be joking.... Paying 3500 USD just to get a job with 400 USD per month... :) Read More
Best offer a 7+ years experience software professional can get in KL? by akhilrm7
Hi, I work for a reputed software company in India and earn 1,600,000 Indian Rupees annually. I'm looking for job opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Can someone please help me understand what a "very good" offer for the following profile ...
Hi Farm, I believe you are talking about Software Engineer and we are talking about Software Consultant, which is quite different in the pay rate. In my company, the junior (having 3-4 years) got around 9-11k + house + car. The senior getting around ... Read More
Best offer a 7+ years experience software professional can get in KL? by akhilrm7
Hi, I work for a reputed software company in India and earn 1,600,000 Indian Rupees annually. I'm looking for job opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Can someone please help me understand what a "very good" offer for the following profile ...
By the way, the question will not be "how good are you?" but it will be "How much that Malaysia needs you?"... So even you are working in a reputed company in India, but if Malaysia does not need you, you still can be jobless here and hang around ... Read More
Best offer a 7+ years experience software professional can get in KL? by akhilrm7
Hi, I work for a reputed software company in India and earn 1,600,000 Indian Rupees annually. I'm looking for job opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Can someone please help me understand what a "very good" offer for the following profile ...
The best offer in my company for the same position is 18k RM / month (house and car provided by the company) (Bonus at the year end, and depends on the performance. Last year he has around 3 months bonus). He got 8+ years in software consulting. Read More
6500 RM sufficient for a couple!!! by sasha_08
hello, my husband is an civil engineer and he has been offered 6500 RM in KL MALAYSIA excluding rent,taxes..........i would like to know is 6500 RM sufficient for a couple no children,keeping saving perspective in mind. please ...
But normally before people giving an offer to someone, they would definitely check how much that guy earns currently. Looking at the package, I would say this guy may not have that much experience as you guys expected to be an expat. 6500 RM is good ... Read More
6500 RM sufficient for a couple!!! by sasha_08
hello, my husband is an civil engineer and he has been offered 6500 RM in KL MALAYSIA excluding rent,taxes..........i would like to know is 6500 RM sufficient for a couple no children,keeping saving perspective in mind. please ...
I'm quite confident because most of my Hyderabad guys here have bought a house in India after 2 years working with us. So I'm pretty much think it is not an issue. But one thing is their package is 10k + accommodation + office car (only use to go to ... Read More
6500 RM sufficient for a couple!!! by sasha_08
hello, my husband is an civil engineer and he has been offered 6500 RM in KL MALAYSIA excluding rent,taxes..........i would like to know is 6500 RM sufficient for a couple no children,keeping saving perspective in mind. please ...
But he already had one offer for 6500, in order to reach 10k, it is more than 50% raise from the original offer. I still think that it is no chance. 6500 RM for a small family from Hyderabad to live comfortably in KL is not a problem. For saving, ... Read More
6500 RM sufficient for a couple!!! by sasha_08
hello, my husband is an civil engineer and he has been offered 6500 RM in KL MALAYSIA excluding rent,taxes..........i would like to know is 6500 RM sufficient for a couple no children,keeping saving perspective in mind. please ...
Cooolguy, you were asking for a 10k for a civil engineer... I think there will be no chance. Read More
Backpacking trip to Vietnam,Laos,Myanmar:travel partner,tips,itinerary by Dianaa
Hello everybody! I'm currently planning my first backpacking trip (on my own) to the countries I mention on the subject and it would be great to get some tips about itineraries, what to bring... Please, anybody knows where I could buy a good and ...
One information... The North of Vietnam is top 10 of the world for pickpocket and street robbery (motorbikes)... They are too fast that you can't even see their bike model. Always have GPS on if you dont want to over-charge by the taxi there. (only ... Read More
Help me i need job...
hilarious... can't expect someone went to a forum and asking for a job... :D... If I could own a hospital or a software company, I would definitely have offered you guys... Please wait for me... Good luck... :D Read More
Income tax for a Professional Visit Pass. by krritika
Hello, I would like some information regarding the income tax norms of an individual who will be working under a Professional Visit Pass in Malaysia for 6 months. For PVP holders from countries with Double Taxation Agreement with Malaysia, income ...
I think you'd better ask your employer about this. I don't think PVP can claim back the tax. After PVP, maybe you can get the visa for 2 years, then starting from there, you will pay the normal tax. But still high tax. Read More
is it right that i hve 2years visa by sarpemma
Hi am Ghanaian came to play soccer inMalaysia but my agent was fraud took my money and I neverthe contact who was supposed to pick me from the airport all the same I manage to come to KL NOW MY VISA SAYS AM SUPPOSED TO REMAIN IN SOUTH SABAH TILL ...
I will give him for sure... but at least he needs to share his contact details... :-D Read More
is it right that i hve 2years visa by sarpemma
Hi am Ghanaian came to play soccer inMalaysia but my agent was fraud took my money and I neverthe contact who was supposed to pick me from the airport all the same I manage to come to KL NOW MY VISA SAYS AM SUPPOSED TO REMAIN IN SOUTH SABAH TILL ...
Hey you guys, he is asking for a help then we should ask him, what can we do to help him? Give him an offer? Or if someone own a football club, please give him an offer as I think his skills are very good. Read More
Income tax for a Professional Visit Pass. by krritika
Hello, I would like some information regarding the income tax norms of an individual who will be working under a Professional Visit Pass in Malaysia for 6 months. For PVP holders from countries with Double Taxation Agreement with Malaysia, income ...
Yes, if you stay less than 6 months, then you will have to pay 26% per month for tax. Read More
Query regarding cost of living in Malaysia by vaibhavjpr
Hi All, I am currently holding an offer of 9500 RM per month and my work location is in Cyberjaya. I would like to know about the cost of living in Malaysia. I mean from rent perspective since I am planning to bring my family after 6 months. I ...
Look like only the Indian got offers in this country because this forum is full of queries about offers for Indian... lol =)) Other people are just jobless... no offer at all... =)) Read More
Who wants to go to the movies with me ?
Katie... you must be joking... you are in Vietnam, how can you go for a movie in KL??? :lol: Read More
Looking for a Small room in KL Sentral -near Plaza Sentral by lili_86
I am looking for a Small room with : bed, matress, fan, table, chair and unit includes: bathroom with water heater, washing machine, fridge, internet. I prefer a condo with safe, close to Plaza Sentral, comfort - friendly housemates :) My budget: ...
Hi Lili... You are looking for a condo room in the Central with everything and for 400 RM per month... I think you can not find it even in Hochiminh City... Read More
want to meet new friends :D by vicfang
Hi my name is Vic. i am from Taiwan and work at general hospital. just came to thiscountry and want to meet people outside the working place. Let's hang out :D i can speak mandarin and English feel free to massage me.
Can not stop laughing when reading "Feel free to massage me!"... Yes of course, "Feel free to massage me!" too... =)) Read More
ASIC engineer job offer, is 12000 MYR a good deal by anhnguyen_vn
I'd like to ask if 12000 is a good deal in consideration of my current in-come in Ho Chi Minh city , and experience? How much shall I actually receive after Tax and insurance deduction? If I take my wife and my son to Malaysia, would you tell me ...
Hi Anh Nguyen, 12k l脿 một con số kh么ng nhỏ ở KL n脿y, thằng cha Nemodot l煤c n脿o cũng nh矛n đời 1 c谩ch phiến diện, n锚n kh么ng cần b脿n đến. Nhưng m脿 so với ở VN ... Read More
Work permit by rucha.deshpande
hi, My husband got an opportunity to work in Malaysia for an year which is subject to an extension. I am a fashion designer working here in India..with 3 years of experience. My husband's company is sending me on business visa with him n has ...
yes, sometime it can take upto 3-4 weeks... I send something to India once, and it really took long long time. Read More
Looking for tennis friend near Ara Damansara
Hi there, Anyone playing tennis near Ara Damansara? Read More
living cost in KL by labisht
Hi All, I am from india, single and an IT professional with 5.5 yrs exp in software development. My monthly salary in india is approx 55k INR (includes tax). Recently i got an offer with a salary of 13k rm per month in KL (it includes income tax ...
hey... just a note... there are so many scams for jobs in Malaysia. Just be careful yourself and remember "do not pay anything just to get a job"... Read More
Need help to decide on package! by Chinxx
Hey All, I am referring to the blog since 2 days and feel that you all will surely help me out with my questions. I am planning to shift with my wife (no kids) for a job in PJ and will be negotiating with HR early next week (Monday-Tuesday) but I ...
20-25k RM should be enough to live in PJ. Read More
job offer - require for a money.. scam or not?? please help by PabloKualaLumpur
Hi, i get the offer from one of the big hotels in KL two weeks ago and i pass the interview ( i had a one short phone call interview). after that company send me my contract for 2 years, so i sign it and i send it back. then they require for ...
haha... Why do people need to find a job? They need money, right? Then why any company wants to ask money from the employee??? You can tell them, just FU#%@&$ deduct that amount from the first month salary. Let's see how that guy comes back to you.. Read More
US$ 1200 salary by rdeshpa
is $1200 after tax salary is it ok to live in jakarta that too as I am a pure vegetarian person with accommodation provide by my employer. What is the cost of living. Will I be able to get veg food and that too Indian food.
@mas fred, i'm surprised what you do have a job here and doing a daily work... =)) Read More
US$ 1200 salary by rdeshpa
is $1200 after tax salary is it ok to live in jakarta that too as I am a pure vegetarian person with accommodation provide by my employer. What is the cost of living. Will I be able to get veg food and that too Indian food.
Rdeshpa, as i said long time ago, that is very low. Most of the Indian expat here (with 2-3 years experience) can get at least 2500 USD / month with all the facilities provided by the employer (taxi, house, etc.)... Perhaps you should consider that ... Read More
US$ 1200 salary by rdeshpa
is $1200 after tax salary is it ok to live in jakarta that too as I am a pure vegetarian person with accommodation provide by my employer. What is the cost of living. Will I be able to get veg food and that too Indian food.
@mas fred... haha, i think this guy is the guy asked last time we have a discussion... =)) @rdeshpa... that's definitely not a good salary for an expat... I have some indian friends here also from Hyderabad, but their salary starting from 2500 USD ... Read More
Looking for a Tennis partner by ankurjakarta
I am from india , recently arrived in jakarta. Looking for someone to play tennis with . i am still a beginner , playing for fun . staying in kuningan.
Hasanah, why are you only asking Ankur?... Amie and I also in this list... =)) Read More
Looking for sports friends by Pfiff
Hi, Its only my second post, and as I explained in the new member parts, I already spent 2 months in Jakarta, but was quite busy because of my work. One thing that really missed me since I've been here is sports. Actually, I will take off soon to ...
Unfortunately, Raj has gone back to India 4 months ago. I believe some people are playing tennis every Sat and Wed in Thamrin. Read More
salary standards for expat by rdeshpa
Dear all, I am having a job offer in jakarta, and the company is ready to pay the salary in US dollars, how much is required to be negotiated for the salary part, so as to live a comfortable living plus monthly savings. I am from India.
Yup... we are looking in different life standard. You are from a cheap city in UK, and you move to Indonesia without a job on hand to negotiate. Normally, if we work as an expat, we should be some kinds of specialist, so that the companies are ... Read More
salary standards for expat by rdeshpa
Dear all, I am having a job offer in jakarta, and the company is ready to pay the salary in US dollars, how much is required to be negotiated for the salary part, so as to live a comfortable living plus monthly savings. I am from India.
Hey Fred, Should not talking about communist. Not spending does not mean you are not foolish.. it just means you are cheap. He is asking for an expat life, not a local life. As an expat, you have to pay around 1000usd to have a place to stay (most ... Read More
salary standards for expat by rdeshpa
Dear all, I am having a job offer in jakarta, and the company is ready to pay the salary in US dollars, how much is required to be negotiated for the salary part, so as to live a comfortable living plus monthly savings. I am from India.
hey, I have some friends doing IT also from Hyderabad. Basically Indian will not go out much (for food and for clubbing). 300usd is enough to live. Alcohol here is pretty ripped off, so if you are a drinker and want to do clubbing during weekends, ... Read More
monkey business by abusharif
hi, i am coming to Jakarta to start a MONKEY BUSINESS so i need an honest partener that i can trust to do this business with me, if you are interested let me know.
Anyone have interested in APE business... much bigger than MONKEY business, indeed... Read More
monkey business by abusharif
hi, i am coming to Jakarta to start a MONKEY BUSINESS so i need an honest partener that i can trust to do this business with me, if you are interested let me know.
Unfortunately, I'm more interested in APE business... Read More
Any romantic place in Jakarta? Dinning is fine by noisysteps
Hi all, Can you please help me with this? Any place to visit in Jakarta, and also any place that is romantic for dinning? Non-smoking.
Thank you!!! But Skye is a little bit crowded, isn't it? How is the budget for two? Will 2 million be enough without ordering any expensive wine? Read More
Any romantic place in Jakarta? Dinning is fine
Hi all, Can you please help me with this? Any place to visit in Jakarta, and also any place that is romantic for dinning? Non-smoking. Read More
Any advice on health insurance please! by lottienevin
Hi Everyone I need some advice please. Can anyone recommend a good health insurance company here in Jakarta? Is there one company that is more popular with expats for example? and does better rates etc? Would appreciate your help and advice, and ...
me too... i also want to find out this... Read More
BOWLING NIGHT, FRIDAY, 20 JULY 2012
Do we still have 4-5 people? We still do anyway, right? Read More
Expat blog Gathering In Jakarta- July, 6 by cjuliana
Hey everyone! First, I knew that I'm new to this forum. But allow me to organize a gathering. Not a great one, just few posters who are serious about this. So yeah, let me know if you would be able to join... Thank you. Updated. [b]Date : July 6, ...
Wow, sounds great... but planning a dinner for 2-3 weeks time is difficult... :-)... let's just do it this week or next week. Read More
Hellow :) by blossomcherrys
Hi All.. i wanna introduce my self, my name is Anisa... and im newbie in this forum, i think my English still not good enough , and i wanna study more english in this forum, :) Thanks so much :) - Blossomcherrys
"play"??? hehe... 5 months being here... boring city... =))) Read More
Hellow :) by blossomcherrys
Hi All.. i wanna introduce my self, my name is Anisa... and im newbie in this forum, i think my English still not good enough , and i wanna study more english in this forum, :) Thanks so much :) - Blossomcherrys
yes, in Kuningan... I have no idea where is Pamulang ... ^^ Read More
Warm regards to everyone!
just French? Do you want to learn Vietnamese too? =)) Read More
Hangout in Thursday Night
sounds good. I will join. PM me your phone number. I don't have a d@$@%##$# blackberry... =)) Read More
Is salary of US$ 10,000 enough to live well in jakarta by Nneena
Hi I may shift to Jakarta as an expat so how much in US dollars will be best offer from the company ????for a good standard of living there as an expat??your replies are highly appreciated.
@Nneena: for me, when you got an offer, if you think it is good, then it's good. If it is not, then it is not. No one can tell you if it is enough or not for spending in a month. With 10k / month, you should know that it is enough to stay in any ... Read More
Is salary of US$ 10,000 enough to live well in jakarta by Nneena
Hi I may shift to Jakarta as an expat so how much in US dollars will be best offer from the company ????for a good standard of living there as an expat??your replies are highly appreciated.
I got 20 thousand British pound every month and it is not even enough for my standard living cost (don't even think about Angus Steak!!!)... I don't think 10k/month will be enough if you live like me... ^^ Read More
Solo traveler headed to Bali on March 6th. Lets meet up! :)
oh, i'd love to join, but it is weekdays... i need to go to office... :-( Read More
Is salary of US$ 10,000 enough to live well in jakarta by Nneena
Hi I may shift to Jakarta as an expat so how much in US dollars will be best offer from the company ????for a good standard of living there as an expat??your replies are highly appreciated.
sorry but i find this thread is a little bit funny... =))) Read More
Looking for a Tennis partner by ankurjakarta
I am from india , recently arrived in jakarta. Looking for someone to play tennis with . i am still a beginner , playing for fun . staying in kuningan.
Hi there... I just got my racket. Will you play this Saturday? 3rd Feb? PM me you cell number. In my Taman Rasuna also has free tennis court. Let me know if you also want to play at Taman Rasuna. Read More
Looking for a Tennis partner by ankurjakarta
I am from india , recently arrived in jakarta. Looking for someone to play tennis with . i am still a beginner , playing for fun . staying in kuningan.
Great, now we have 3 people. I will go back to my country at the end of this month for visa, so i will bring my racket later. Right now can we play but with your rackets? Read More
Need a tennis partner by Amie6367
Hi, I need a tennis partner to play with on week ends preferably in morning time...you just need to bring your own kit rest every thing I will arrange...if intrested let me know. I live near Thamrin. I play for fun and keeping fit.
Yes, both Saturday morning and Sunday evening will be fine for me. The only problem is I did not bring my rackets with me. In Taman there are some tennis court, but I'm not sure if it is free on that day. We can ask. Those courts I can use with free ... Read More
Looking for new friends to practice my English :) by Dhita
Hi all My name is Dhita. I'm 23 years old. Recently, I'm working as assistant lecturer. I lived in South Jakarta. I really would love to meet new friends, especially an English spoken one to help me in English improvement. We can hangout together, ...
Hi Dhita, I'm not a English spoken yet but I can still use English :))).. I live in Taman Rasuna. Let's meet together this Saturday. Read More
Need a tennis partner by Amie6367
Hi, I need a tennis partner to play with on week ends preferably in morning time...you just need to bring your own kit rest every thing I will arrange...if intrested let me know. I live near Thamrin. I play for fun and keeping fit.
Great... I'd love to play, I'm at Taman Rasuna. Is it far from your place? Read More
January Gathering???? by rcraj
Hi folks, Not sure if everyone is back from holidays. Wondering if we can plan out some gathering for current month--more towards Chinese new year week.... Any thoughts ?
I'm in!!! South Jakarta is great! Read More