Living in Johor Baharu: the ultimate expat guide

Everything you need to know for a successful life in Johor Baharu.

Guide updated byVeedushi Bissessur, on 21 May 2022

Johor Baharu, which is one of the major Malaysian cities, is a rapidly and continuously developing city. Thanks to its proximity with Singapore, Johor Baharu has become a very popular destination with expatriates.

Its economy, which is mainly driven by trade, has attracted many international companies over the years. Living in Johor Baharu is also a new start for many expatriates worldwide.

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Working in Johor Baharu

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I hold a French diploma and worked as a journalist in Mauritius for six years. I have over a decade of experience as a bilingual web editor at Expat.com, including five years as an editorial assistant. Before joining the Expat.com team, I worked as a journalist/reporter in several Mauritian newsrooms. My experience of over six years in the Mauritian press gave me the opportunity to meet many prominent figures and cover a wide range of events across various topics.

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