Numbers are not this page. Cost of living and climate in Malaysia and tax in Malaysia live on the country pages. This page is about the people.
Where expats land in Malaysia
The cities members pick, and who ends up in each one.
How expats get residency in Malaysia
- Pick the route. DE Rantau Nomad Pass if you work remotely. The other routes are on the Malaysia country page.
- Apply from home or after you land, depending on the route and your passport. The official source for each route is linked on the Malaysia country page.
- Then the local admin: tax number, address registration, healthcare, tax residency in year one.
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Moving to Malaysia?
Put your name in the list so the people already there, and the ones arriving the same month as you, can find you.
Expats in Malaysia: common questions
Is it free?
Yes. Members pay nothing. Some firms in the directory have a commercial relationship with MyNomadWorld.
Who sees my details?
Other members see your first name, where you are from, your city, your plans and what you do. Your email is never shown to anyone.
I have not moved yet. Can I join?
That is half the group. Pick "moving in the next 3 months" or "still deciding" when you sign up.