goldencik
English expat in Malaysia
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Lives in Petaling Jaya
Speaks English, basic Deutsch , moderate French, moderate Malay
Registration: 30 September 2010
Intercultural relationships in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Malaysia. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
Either through university education or a professional job (work permit) Read More
Intercultural relationships in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some fun anecdotes and information regarding intercultural marriages and relationships in Malaysia. This will provide some insight to current and future expats regarding relationship norms in mixed relationships and ...
I am married to a local and I am British. Misunderstandings etc can arise due to the cultural differences. Being from the UK I am independent and have relied little on my family, leaving home at 17, getting a part-time job to finance my way through ... Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Malaysia? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging ...
Usually skype with the kids and watsapp with others. Used to use Viber but not many people seem to use it. Nowadays one can also call with watsapp or use FB to call, so it is not difficult to keep in touch. Read More
Recognition of foreign qualifications in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Were your professional qualifications recognised in Malaysia? What country did you complete your qualifications in? What profession are you in? Did you have to go through any formalities to get your qualifications recognised, ...
Yes, I have professional qualifications from the UK. They are recognised globally so Malaysia was not an issue. Read More
Mistakes expats make in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Did you make any mistakes when you first moved to Malaysia? What were they? How did you address your mistakes? Did you learn anything from them? With hindsight, what would you do differently? Are there any tips you could ...
I moved here for love! I come from a very individualistic society and one where getting the job done efficiently was top priority. I landed with a team of 25 people from the three ethnic backgrounds, boy did I suffer. My direct approach in handling ... 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 ...
Try some of the language schools. If you google you should be able to find quite a few. Regards 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 surprises me is that a director or MT who is representing the country overseas doesn't speak English well, this is a huge problem in my opinion. These people should not have international posts if they cannot communicate in the ... 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 ...
Yes, I can speak BM, went to a local language college for some classes when I got here. Apart from using it with Indonesian maids in the past and when buying things at the pasar malam, have no need of it as where I work everything is conducted in ... Read More
Studying in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Malaysia? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in ...
This is not a forum for you to advertise your business services. You may be an agent for some of the educational establishments in Malaysia but this is not the place to make a plug for those services. In fact I do not see why individuals need agency ... Read More
Studying in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Would you recommend studying abroad in Malaysia? Every year, 4 million young people from all over the world choose to study abroad for one semester or a full academic year. Would you encourage them to come and study in ...
Malaysia is a mixed bag when it comes to tertiary education. You have the public universities (which seem to be falling down the global rankings , although UM, USM, UPM are considered the better ones). Then there are the private universities which ... Read More
The holiday season in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Malaysia? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Malaysia? How do Malaysians celebrate this very special ...
You are right CVCO, it depends what one makes of it. I put up the deco and the tree. This year I'll do a turkey and ham with all trimmings, incuging the sherry trifle! My guests are mostly non Christian so it won't really be a real Christmas ... Read More
The holiday season in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Malaysia? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Malaysia? How do Malaysians celebrate this very special ...
I find Christmas in Malaysia quite depressing too. There is lots of glitz and glam due to the over commercialized malls, etc. but nothing beats spending Christmas with the family. This year my college going kids will be with us and our in-laws ... Read More
Property prices in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Malaysia is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What ...
Speculation drives many of the markets here the major ones being housing and stock markets. The bubble will burst! Read More
Property prices in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Finding affordable housing in Malaysia is number one priority for newcomers. Tell us more about the estate market in your district/city/region. What are the most desired places to live? What are the most affordable ones? What ...
I live in Setia Alam which encompasses Setia Eco Park, all the Damais and Indahs. The bungalows and semi d's are not really selling now. However, the prices have not dropped, just stagnant as sellers wait it out. Surprisingly, Eco World are ... Read More
I moved to cyberjaya. Where to go to have DSL Internet by ibrahim.q8
Hi I have moved to cyberjaya Malaysian people are veeery kind and polit I found malaysia very humity compared to my country but i started to used to it I live in condo I would like to have my dsl internet ? How much fast speed and where i go to ...
Iskandarhack, absolutely agree. Nowadays many students want quick results, the piece of paper but see little value in learning. IMO, learning is a life-long process, and for those who have the opportunity to go to uni, they should make use of it. Read More
I moved to cyberjaya. Where to go to have DSL Internet by ibrahim.q8
Hi I have moved to cyberjaya Malaysian people are veeery kind and polit I found malaysia very humity compared to my country but i started to used to it I live in condo I would like to have my dsl internet ? How much fast speed and where i go to ...
Most university courses require you attend classes (maybe 15 hours a week) and also put in many hours of private study. Anything worthwhile achieving requires hard work imo, otherwise why bother? When you join the university you will probably find ... Read More
Feedback on Tenby and Taylor's International School by funksoulbrudder
Hi everybody. I will be taking up a role there in Jan 2017; office will be in PJ/Damansara area. My wife and 3 kids will follow suit only in Q2 and schooling will be a major consideration. While we are weighing the option of residing in KL ...
Tenby is a good school, both my kids went there. They both excelled, one is doing IB overseas, the other in a top European uni. The principal was Mr Auster (a British guy) at that time, but I heard he was leaving, he brought the school to new level ... Read More
Living in Shah Alam by GuestPoster4206
Hi people, I would like to move to Malaysia. Though I want to have an apartment closer to KL, I also like suburb areas. That's why I am thinking about living in Shah Alam. I also saw a residential area called Setia Alam in Shah Alam, which I ...
Are you talking about Columbia Hospital which is under construction? :) Read More
Living in Shah Alam by GuestPoster4206
Hi people, I would like to move to Malaysia. Though I want to have an apartment closer to KL, I also like suburb areas. That's why I am thinking about living in Shah Alam. I also saw a residential area called Setia Alam in Shah Alam, which I ...
Shah Alam and Setia alam are quite far from KL. Although there are international schools in Setia alam there isn't a big expat community, a mere handful in Setia Eco park. Most prefer to live in Sri Hartamas, Mont Kiara, Damansara , Bangsar and ... Read More
How do you deal with car accident in Malaysia? by aawun
As titled, I would like to understand how expats/foreigners deal with car accidents (minor ones which I assume quite often to happen), what does one need to do? call the police? photo of damage? photo of drivers license? Any sharing of experience or ...
If you are involved in an accident, you should always get a copy of other person's driving licence, name and phone number. Go to the nearest police station and lodge a report, this will be needed for insurance purposes. However, it has been ... Read More
I moved to cyberjaya. Where to go to have DSL Internet by ibrahim.q8
Hi I have moved to cyberjaya Malaysian people are veeery kind and polit I found malaysia very humity compared to my country but i started to used to it I live in condo I would like to have my dsl internet ? How much fast speed and where i go to ...
Ibrahim, What course are you thinking of studying? You would need to go visit them and see what the entrance requirements are for the course of choice. MMU is not one of the top universities in Malaysia if that is what you are asking, I would put ... Read More
I moved to cyberjaya. Where to go to have DSL Internet by ibrahim.q8
Hi I have moved to cyberjaya Malaysian people are veeery kind and polit I found malaysia very humity compared to my country but i started to used to it I live in condo I would like to have my dsl internet ? How much fast speed and where i go to ...
Go to Cybercafe/ work Look up nearest Malaysian Telecom office and call them to come to your condo. Usually condos have a notice board with information, or speak to those in the management office. The person you are renting the condo off should be ... Read More
Pets in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Many of us in Malaysia have four-legged friends. What about you? Do you have one or more pets? Share your experience with us! What are the formalities to import pets in Malaysia? What about pet adoption procedures in the ...
I have two dogs, both from Malaysia. I did have a dog from the UK which I brought into the country after going through the Veterinary Dept process which is pretty smooth for only those countries with a reciprocal agreement with Malaysia and ... Read More
Are you happy in Malaysia? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Malaysia? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in ...
Hi, yes Mahathir planted the seeds and due to suppression of the media people didn't know as much as they know now. However, there was some form of control and a sense of fairness. The minorities were still in a position to make good lives for ... Read More
Are you happy in Malaysia? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Malaysia? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in ...
I lived here before (early 1990s) for 8 years when Mahathir was PM. I think things were better then. Everyone knew there was a certain level of institutional racism but there was enough pie to go around and everyone got on with what they were ... Read More
Full Time Teaching Job & Part Time Tutorial/ Babysitting Jobs by Iza Camille
Hi I am Iza, Registered Professional Teacher and I wish to obtain a full time job as an Early Childhood Educator around KL area. I have a total of 8 years work experience as a teacher and my previous job was in Singapore where I taught expatriate ...
"Conversate" ? Really, a non word. You teach English? Read More
moving from Ireland to KL with our dog plus secondary school by Roisin Quinn
Hi all, We are currently looking for a house that allows a dog ,for all those expats dog owners did you find it easy to locate a house that allow your dog plus also looking for advice on good secondary schools for teenage daughter Many thanks ...
Hi Roisin, Will your company be paying the fees for an international school? There are many IS around the Klang valley ranging from the cheap covering both UK, US and Australian syllabi. They range from cheap, mid range to more expensive and the ... Read More
Bringing your Dogs to Malaysia by spe
Malaysia can be quite a terrific place i you love dogs.There are many dog lovers who work relentlessly to save dogs lives, foster and rehoming as well as running shelters for dogs.None of these are from great big NGO's,its all done by ...
Try G-Pet, they are in Shah Alam area. Owner is Spanish and they just built a new facility. If you google G-Pet Malaysia you will find the website. All the info is there . Read More
malaysian or expert in Malayisa please tell me if this is scam or real by lotus Star Light
Hi everybody before few days, I saw in Facebook ads by someone who supposed to be a distributer for company named Enagic Kangen, which is Japanese company that selling water...I met him today after I tell him I am interested in his ads he ...
Sorry meant to say MLM not MLC (multi level marketing) Read More
malaysian or expert in Malayisa please tell me if this is scam or real by lotus Star Light
Hi everybody before few days, I saw in Facebook ads by someone who supposed to be a distributer for company named Enagic Kangen, which is Japanese company that selling water...I met him today after I tell him I am interested in his ads he ...
When something is too good to be true, it normally is! Secondly, why would a well known brand with operations in USA and Japan want to use some small time MLC guys in Malaysia to sell their products, they would already have marketing channels, good ... Read More
What do you like the most in Malaysia? by Christine
Hi, Living abroad, expats discover and enjoy a new environment. What do you like the most in Malaysia? What seduced you when settling and living here? Share with us your favorite part of living in Malaysia and the reason why you enjoy ...
I would have to say the location in South East Asia, other countries are easily accessible. The variety of food. The local destinations such as Langawi, Penang, Tioman, Malacca, etc so much to see and do Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
Absolutely agree. Malaysians unfortunately have little choice looking at the local government schools as the alternative. Read More
Volunteering in Malaysia by Maximilien
Hi, While living abroad, some expats wish to get involved in the local community life. What organizations expats can turn to if they want to volunteer in Malaysia? How to join a charitable institution, what are the steps? Which causes ...
Check out Do Something Good, a volunteer website looking for people to assist http://dosomething.gd/ Read More
Bringing your Dogs to Malaysia by spe
Malaysia can be quite a terrific place i you love dogs.There are many dog lovers who work relentlessly to save dogs lives, foster and rehoming as well as running shelters for dogs.None of these are from great big NGO's,its all done by ...
Lemon Grass, it depends where you choose to reside. If you live somewhere like Setia Eco park they are a purpose built dog park for residents (non residents can join for a small fee). This park is enclosed, dogs can run free and have a lake to swim ... Read More
Driving in Malaysia by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Malaysia? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excessÂ… what are the characteristics of the driving ...
People are thoughtless drivers in general. Courtesy is lacking and generally drivers only look out for themselves. Young people who are usually driving Myvis are the main culprits. Although I am a woman I find from personal experience that women are ... Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
In the grand scheme of things colleges and universities do not look at the exam board so whether it is CIE or Edxedel (Pearson company, many problems with quality of exams too) is irrelevant, (I know as I have worked with admissions staff in one of ... Read More
IGCSE versus GSCE
I agree that Singapore tops the list when it comes to maths in particular Read More
IGCSE versus GSCE
I have read on various occasions that the quality of IGCSE's are not comparable to (lower) than the UK GCSE. Here are some articles that may make you question that assumption. In fact IGCSEs are known to be much more rigorous than GCSE being ... Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
Further schools such as Alice Smith use Edexel, not CIE, therefore you cannot use a sweeping statement to say they are lower than British A levels. In fact with the current state of education in the UK and the pressure to have good results, students ... Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
In fact you are incorrect, some schools do a much better job of A levels than some schools in the UK, I know as I am from the UK! My kids went to a private school in the UK too. I agree that colleges may have large classes and learn by rote. But to ... Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
Year 12 British would be commencing A levels. These can be done either at international schools, some private schools or colleges such as Taylor's, HELP and Sunway. Why is she switching education systems? year 12 A levels is not easy. Would be ... Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
How old are the children. If they are older you have to consider the pre university programmes such as AUSMAT. You also need to think about where they will go to university and what pre u programme is most useful . Read More
International schools in KL by Nena0801
I will have to enroll my daughter to year 12 (secondary school). Can anyone recommend a good school with reasonable fees?
You also have to consider location as traffic jams around the Klang Valley can be difficult in terms of time taken in the morning. Many of the international schools are very expensive and you are getting an education you would get in the UK in a ... Read More
Looking for Part time or Full Time maid
I would suggest you use a maid agency, many available around the Klang valley. The fees are more expensive but you are covered for replacement within the first three months if the mId is not suitable or decides to run away. Further you will be doing ... Read More
Saturday 1 August - Expat Blog meet-up arrangements by Gravitas
Member Troyadventuress is kindly arranging a meet-up event this Saturday (1st August). To ensure you catch any updates, please sign up here https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=369418&p=3 "Venue: The Tea Republic, S132, 2nd Floor, ...
Wish I could come but arriving back from overseas late on 1st. Enjoy the meet up! Read More
Top Universities that take International students? by CapeTownNicky
We will be applying to Nottingham University for admission to study a Geology Degree for our daughter and would like to apply elsewhere too. Which other universities are considered to be a good choice for an International English speaking student ...
There are usually education fairs early every year as the SPM students will have finished at the end of the calendar year. here is another link which may be of use. ... Read More
Top Universities that take International students? by CapeTownNicky
We will be applying to Nottingham University for admission to study a Geology Degree for our daughter and would like to apply elsewhere too. Which other universities are considered to be a good choice for an International English speaking student ...
Monash, Nottingham, Heriot Watt and Newcastle universities are basically overseas universities with stellar reputations that have set up campuses in Malaysia. They monitor everything from syllabus content, to delivery to quality and have close ties ... Read More
Top Universities that take International students? by CapeTownNicky
We will be applying to Nottingham University for admission to study a Geology Degree for our daughter and would like to apply elsewhere too. Which other universities are considered to be a good choice for an International English speaking student ...
Have you considered Heriot Watt University (UK uni) Monash Uni (Australian) Private include Taylor's, Sunway and HELP) Cannot say much about public universities, except that they have gone downhill Read More
Spouse Visa or Malaysia My Second Home by billl
My wife is Malaysian Chinese. Would it be better to retire in Malaysia with a spouse visa or under the Malaysia My Second Home program?
Further are you covered for health care which can add up in Malaysia in private clinics and hospitals? Read More
Reg : Salary 6500RM, Safety in Malaysia
You seem to be from India, therefore initially you will be non resident for tax purposes and therefore tax will be deducted at the non resident rates, it will be reclaimable if you meet the residency rules later. Rents around Kota Damansara will ... Read More
Malaysian PR by Baloushi
Hi, What is the procedure n rules for a foreigner to get PR in Malaysia beside getting marry. Let's discuss the rules n local practice how people follow to complete formalities.
There is lots of info on the internet if you do the research. Look at Malaysia Immigration website for information: Eligibility requirements for Permanent Residence Status applicants: High net worth individuals, who have a minimum of US$ 2 million ... Read More
RECOMMENDED SHIPPING COMPANY for move from KL to the EU?
have moved alot from Europe to Asia and vice versa. Can say that Allied Pickfords are very good. Another company we used to move from KL to UK was Four Winds. Contact Mr Sheldon. You will find them online. Read More
need to know for help from Malaysian forum. by manoj nayar
Im travelling to malaysia. Places to travel etc.need to contact malaysia forum expats.
Sounds a little suspect to me to be honest. Everything for Langawi is online including bookings, flights, etc Read More
need to know for help from Malaysian forum. by manoj nayar
Im travelling to malaysia. Places to travel etc.need to contact malaysia forum expats.
Why dont you have a look at Trip Advisor, good coverage of many places in Malaysia Read More