Ziggy With It
American looking for information about Malaysia
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About me
American, Single, 66 years old
Speaks English. (Some) Japanese. Forgot most of what I knew. A few words of Cajun French.
Registration: 02 June 2024
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Fake License Plate's by espace365
Recently I purchased a vehicle from a local car dealer in KL after exchanged ownership’s vehicle registration at JPJ.I received a Summon of speeding fine RM300 from Ipoh Perak enclosed two snapshots of a vehicle and license plate as mine.My ...
I'm also curious about this. I've noticed that especially on bikes that it looks like anybody can create their own and just stick it anywhere they want to on the front of the bike. But the car plates also look custom on some vehicles. Read More
Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) by Hansson
The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) Visa was initially introduced as a Retirement Visa for foreigners interested in moving to and settling in Malaysia. Basically it is a 10 year Social Visit Pass with Multiple Entry that allows you to go and come as ...
I don't have a visa as of yet, but I am indeed living in JB. I'm American and can stay visa free for 90 days. But I have many reasons to travel to other countries in SEA so I just leave the country regularly and my 90 days is reset every time.Is ... Read More
Moving to Malaysia from Australia by canolaevatt
Hello forum membersRight now I am in the process of completing all the formalities here in Australia and moving to Malaysia to see out my remaining years left. At age 88 I realise there is not that many years left. I have made this decision for ...
That sounds great. I don't know why more people don't leave home and go live overseas in better places instead of always complaining about the way countries are run. I hear it all the time from my friends in the UK, but they still remain there ... Read More
Ways to lower your expenses/best deals (expats in Malaysia)? by Ameerah Arjanee
Hello everyone! I’m a content writer for Expat Magazine, and we’re working on an article featuring expats’ top tips for finding great deals in their host countries. With the cost of living on the rise, we’d love to hear your ...
I'm going to go out on a limb here and say that the best way that I've found is to make friends with as many local folks as possible. The chances are great that they will know of deals and bargains before an expat will know. Read More
Road safety in Malaysia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Navigating roads and experiencing traffic in Malaysia as an expat can be a learning experience. We invite you to share your insights in order to help other expats and soon-to-be expats stay safe on the road in Malaysia, whether ...
Yeah, there are differences for sure. Now that I have a motorcycle and am navigating all over Johor (so far) I find that other drivers see me and are pretty good at anticipating what I'm going to do.I'm not very experienced on a bike and not yet a ... Read More
Is it possible to buy a house in Malaysia ? by GuestPoster103060
I wonder if it is possible to buy a free standing house, with a large garden of at least 1/4 acre , near one of the good international schools? I am interested in living in Malaysia, but apartment living is not for me as I have young children ...
Yes, it's possible. It's even REQUIRED for the MM2H visa but I think the stipulation is that you have to buy from a developer/builder and not from an individual. The SEZ visa requires that you buy in Forest City.With further thought, it may not be ... Read More
Tourist Stay Extensions by sdstenberg
Hi, I mistakenly believed that Malaysia allowed Canadian Tourists to stay for 180 days, the same as Mexico does. Thinking that, I booked accommodation on Penang Island for 6 months for next Winter. Then of course, I found out the maximum stay is ...
I watched a couple of YouTube videos where the creator stated that Malaysia was "cracking down" on visa runs. But they offered no evidence. Whenever I go somewhere I stay at least a week out of country and have had no problems. Read More
New members of the Malaysia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2024 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Malaysia forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
I finally made it to Malaysia! Currently in KL for a week followed by a couple of weeks in JB. Why? Well, I've decided to let disc golf tournaments decide for me where I'm going to be after meeting a few disc golfers in The ... Read More
KL 5K salary: enough for a single guy ? by ThomasL12
Hi everyone, I got an offer for 5000MYR (gross) in Kuala Lumpur, curious to know if that would be enough to live on..I have less than 5 years working experience, currently in my home country I earn about 10 250MYR net.I would really like to move ...
D'oh! I totally forgot about the 30% tax. Yeah, I guess that pretty much nullifies my previous post. Read More
KL 5K salary: enough for a single guy ? by ThomasL12
Hi everyone, I got an offer for 5000MYR (gross) in Kuala Lumpur, curious to know if that would be enough to live on..I have less than 5 years working experience, currently in my home country I earn about 10 250MYR net.I would really like to move ...
I'm going to try to help. But keep in mind that I'm not even in KL until next week. However, I've been studying/researching for quite a while.Seems like people throughout my life have recommended that one should spend ~25% of their ... Read More
Traveling solo with kids as an expat in Malaysia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, During your expat experience in Malaysia, you may have to travel solo with your kids, either to explore your host country, to visit family and friends in your home country, or for vacation trips. While this journey can be a ...
@wyngrove60 I'll work on controlling myself. Read More
Traveling solo with kids as an expat in Malaysia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, During your expat experience in Malaysia, you may have to travel solo with your kids, either to explore your host country, to visit family and friends in your home country, or for vacation trips. While this journey can be a ...
Forgive me for being the resident pedant. But traveling with kids is not traveling solo. Read More
Preventive care in Malaysia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As an expat in Malaysia, taking care of your health would be one of your main priorities. Preventive healthcare plays a crucial role in keeping fit and healthy. We therefore would like to invite you to share your insights on ...
@wyngrove60 Dude! As a 65 year old who has gone through some pretty major health problems this year I want to encourage you to do preventive health care. I'm (barely) here to tell you that there is no other sensation like having 72 million volts ... Read More
I need to come back to take care of my mom by khandkar
hi all I am a USA citizen but born in Malaysia and i need to come back to take care of my mom. I also would like to look for online work so i don’t get bored .I am looking to apply for a long term visa stayand look for work.Any advise please. ...
I'm not an expert. But I'm thinking that if you're still considered a Malaysian citizen or have never given up your citizenship you should be able to repatriate. No? Read More
Respiratory problems - A good specialist by gtalba
Dear allI have a question related to a medical problems.Do you know a good specialist or a good clinic, in Kuala Lumpur area, for problems related to the respiratory system, such as cough, short of breath and so on?My experience is that there are ...
I've found a couple of YouTubers who wholeheartedly recommend Gleneagles. But that's the only place any of them have tried. No mention at all of any of the other hospitals. Read More