Find a good job to live and work in Malaysia

The majority of expats move to Malaysia with a firm job offer and contract in place. It is very difficult to relocate to the country on a tourist visa and then seek employment. Business and work visas and permits for Malaysia are vitally important as the fines and laws regarding illegal work in Malaysia are strict, as are those governing tax compliance. Expats wanting to work in Malaysia will need to ensure that they have the appropriate work permit. This can often be a lengthy and complicated process, but it is normally facilitated by the hiring company.

There are restrictions in place on the number of foreign employees that Malaysian companies can hire. This is probably the hardest regulation to overcome when seeking a job in Malaysia. However, once a company has convinced the government that the potential employee and their position are of vital importance then obtaining a visa and orchestrating the move should run smoothly. In order to bring dependents with you to Malaysia, a minimum salary of MYR5,000 per month is required.