Farhan19
English looking for information about Malaysia
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Registration: 05 February 2019
Accommodation between KL and Puchong by Farhan19
Hi all, I'm moving to Malaysia in January 2020 to work in an area called Puchong. I've visited KL and really loved the city but from my research, Puchong seems to be quite far from the centre of KL. I was wondering if anyone here knows any ...
Hi Victor, Thank you for your reply. It's really helpful. I will take a look at the Setia Walk area and see if there is anything suitable for me. I would say my budget is around 1600 per month but I am willing to go a hundred or two higher if I ... Read More
Accommodation between KL and Puchong by Farhan19
Hi all, I'm moving to Malaysia in January 2020 to work in an area called Puchong. I've visited KL and really loved the city but from my research, Puchong seems to be quite far from the centre of KL. I was wondering if anyone here knows any ...
Any specific areas in Petaling Jaya? From my research it seems the easiest thing will just be to rent in Puchong. A little further away from KL as I would like but it's the most convenient Read More
Accommodation between KL and Puchong
Hi all, I'm moving to Malaysia in January 2020 to work in an area called Puchong. I've visited KL and really loved the city but from my research, Puchong seems to be quite far from the centre of KL. I was wondering if anyone here knows any ... Read More
Job offer in Tangier
Hi all, I've been offered a job in Tangier, which pays around 16,000 MAD per month before tax. I would be living in Tangier on my own. I was wondering whether this is a liveable salary in Tangier? This offer doesn't include accommodation so ... Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Haha, that's good to hear then. Walking and taking photos is a hobby of mine too so I'm glad Jakarta is improving in that sense Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Again, thanks for your help both of you. I think I'll avoid driving in Jakarta then! Depending on how long I end up staying I may eventually try and (legally) get a motorbike license but hopefully I can find accommodation close to Central Park. ... Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Thank you both for your help. I don't think I have the patience to get a specific license for motorbikes and bribing is not an option for me at all. I prefer to do things legally even if it takes longer. I think I'll consider cycling. I ... Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Thank you again. I really appreciate your help. With regards to Motorcycle, I just have a normal UK driving license. Would this be enough to be able to drive a motorcycle in Indonesia. It is something I've considered but not completely sure on it Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Also my location is now likely to be Central Park. I would preferably like to have accommodation close by. What prices would I be looking at? Preferably something that is within walking distance but I don't mind commuting either. I don't ... Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Hi Nataneal, Thanks for your response. It's very helpful. Yeah I think I'm definitely going to need a local's help with accommodation. I do luckily have accommodation on arrival provided by the company for 2 weeks so hopefully this is ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
Hi Miqayeel, Many thanks for your message and for suggestions regarding accommodation. Unfortunately I ended up turning the job down but I will definitely be in touch if anything comes up if that's okay. Really appreciate your help. Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Thanks Fred. I'll use the websites to narrow down areas I like but will take your advice and look for places on foot Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Thanks for the really informative reply Fred. I appreciate it. I don't really go out much at night but I will keep that in mind. With regards to accommodation, I would say I'd like to have a bit of both - a local feel, but also decent ... Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Will take everything you said into consideration. Really appreciate your help. Thanks! Read More
Job offer & cost of living by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ...
Thanks Luke. Will check out numbeo. Yes I will be given accommodation on arrival for around 2 weeks I believe so I will have the opportunity to look while in Jakarta. Is it possible to look for cheaper options for accommodation elsewhere and commute ... Read More
Job offer & cost of living
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in Jakarta for around 21 million IDR a month before tax. This offer includes visa costs but not accommodation. I've never been to Jakarta but but have been quite interested in visiting for a while. The ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
Hi Gravitas, Yes this made me feel skeptical as well as everywhere I've researched mentioned what you said too. I'm not willing to work through a loophole if it means the law is being broken just for some extra money for a few months. I ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
Hey again, So I've been in touch with the company about my concerns and they mentioned to me that they can tax me 1% from the first month of my contract and if I was to leave before the 182 days are up, then I would be charged 28% and owe the ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
Yes Gravitas. I've checked and it is a legit job and my qualifications and experience match up to what you mentioned. Thank you for the heads up though. I do agree that the salary is quite low as I had been offered work in KL before for RM7500 ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
I see. I have to make a decision by tomorrow but I'm quite unsure now. I appreciate the help though it's been really helpful. I'm going to some more research into accommodation as that's what worries me the most at the moment ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
Thanks Expatind. Will take all that into account too. So it seems the first 6 months will be a but tough but after it should get better. Overall, do you think 5500 before tax is doable in KL? Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month? by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ...
Oh wow, that changes a lot. I was under the impression that tax was 1% the whole time. It seems like I would just be scraping through for the first 6 months. I guess I'll have to lower my limit for accommodation and see what's available and ... Read More
How much can I save on 5500 per month?
Hey everyone, I've been offered a job in KL working between KLCC and Bukit Bintang at a salary of 5500 ringgit per month. I'm just wondering how much will I potentially be able to save per month? I will be on my own and I'm not looking ... Read More
Advice for a newbie by Farhan19
Hey everyone, I could be moving to Surabaya for work very soon and just wanted some advice on settling into the city etc. I'm coming from London so I'm assuming life in Surabaya is a lot different. I've heard Surabaya is a ...
Thanks for your help both of you. Unfortunately, it doesn't look like I'm going to Surabaya now and more likely that it will be Jakarta. Not sure how that will go but excited nonetheless Read More
Advice for a newbie
Hey everyone, I could be moving to Surabaya for work very soon and just wanted some advice on settling into the city etc. I'm coming from London so I'm assuming life in Surabaya is a lot different. I've heard Surabaya is a ... Read More
10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
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10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
Will do. Hopefully I can avoid all that visa hassle! The job is located in Nasr City, so ideally would like to be somewhere where it's easy and cheap to commute to. I've never been to Cairo so no idea what the public transport is like Read More
10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
Thank you Enise. I would prefer to have my own one bedroom apartment. What price would you say is fair? As you mentioned I don't want to be cheated into paying much higher than I should be. Also, how long is the visa process? Read More
10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
I will be working as a teacher. It seems like other positions for similar jobs offer accommodation and one way flight Read More
10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
Is it really that bad? I appreciate your honest reply. Would the same offer for Alexandria be just as bad or more manageable? Read More
10k enough? by Farhan19
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ...
Thanks Manal. I guess checking benefits and salaries for similar jobs is the best thing to do then Read More
10k enough?
Hi everyone, Just been offered a job in Cairo for EGP 10k a month, which I believe works out to under £500. Is this enough to have a decent life as a single in Cairo? The package does not include rent which is my biggest worry, as after having ... Read More