Cost of Living in Selangor

The salary is very low for a senior software engineer. At least RM7,500 upwards is probably the minimum.

Check COL on NUMBEO

https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/c … 2=Selangor

This gives a comparison

Remember income tax is 28% rest of 2018 until July 2019 but repayment of overpayment* possible once tax resident (i.e. in Malaysia for 182 days in any tax year - Jan-Dec)

A lot will depend how much you spend on accommodation. Sharing will save money but you will probably still have to pay around RM750 for a room (less if you share a room).

*overpayment would be the difference between 28% non resident rate and resident rates which can be found in this guide
https://www.pwc.com/my/en/assets/public … ooklet.pdf

Maximum savings when tax-resident will be around RM3500- per month

Please be aware you cannot arrive in Malaysia on a tourist visa or an e-visa and get it converted to a work permit. You must arrive on a single entry visa (VDR - visa with reference)