I’m Malaysian
Malaysia is a land of opportunities, perfect for crafting a successful career and starting a family. Whether you are a returning Malaysian or an expatriate preparing to live in Malaysia, you will find that you will be warmly welcomed. Here are 4 Steps to help prepare the new stage of your life and settling down in Malaysia.
Getting Started
Find the right job
Opportunities await! A carefully planned economic transformation has opened countless doors for a sustainable future in Malaysia. Through the ETP, opportunities abound in such industries as Oil, Gas and Energy, Education, Healthcare, Electronics and Electrical, Tourism, Financial Services, Communications, Content and Infrastructure and more.
Explore the REP
It’s worth it. Malaysia is offering citizens currently working abroad incentives to return home – the Returning Expert Programme (REP).
Plan your relocation
Relocation made easy. It’s not fun having to worry about all the nitty-gritties of moving your whole life from one country to another. Here’s sharing some resources that could help ease your relocation exercise.
Customs info
Know your stuff. The Customs Department distinguishes between “personal belongings” and “household effects”. There are also special guidelines if you wish to bring home your vehicle from abroad.
Coming Home
Opportunities for your family
Yup, your spouse can work too. If your spouse is also a Malaysian citizen, she/he might want to consider the Returning Expert Programme (REP) for professionals. Or, if your spouse is not a Malaysian citizen, she/he can explore between the different working permits available to non-Malaysians.
- Know more about the REP for Malaysians »
- Check out available working permits for non-Malaysians »
- Secure a job that’s right for you »
Good schools for the kids. Your children’s education is a priority. There are a number of established private international schools in Malaysia to choose from.
Accommodation
Make Malaysia home. You can opt either to purchase or rent a property in Malaysia. The Malaysian property market is robust and there are plenty of choices to fit your lifestyle. Whether you want to be in the city or in the suburbs, the choice is yours.
Travel Info
Passenger services
Travel Malaysian! Why not come home Malaysian style? Opt for full-service carrier Malaysian Airlines (MAS) or Malaysia’s low-cost carrier, AirAsia. Malaysia Airlines (MAS) fly in through the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Air Asia fly in through Malaysia LCCT (Low-cost Carrier Terminal). Both allow you to hop on a connecting domestic flight without hassle.
Cargo services
Bringing home bulk. Hiring a relocation company to help transport your belongings back to Malaysia is probably a good idea. Besides helping you pack, they’ll also be able to help you organise the necessary paperwork needed for the Customs Department. Just in case you prefer to organise this yourself, do consider MASKargo.
Settling In
Household services
A bit of help in settling in. You probably need to figure out how to go about registering and setting up utilities services for your new home. Here’s a quick reference to get you started.
Domestic help
A bit of help running the home. It’s not uncommon to hire domestic help in Malaysia. Some households prefer to hire a live-in helper, while others prefer to schedule for day services. Domestic helpers generally assist in daily home chores, including childcare.
