Congratulations on finally making the move to Malaysia!

Your first few weeks -or months for some people (depends how easy you cope with a big transition)-can be a tad confusing as you slowly start to figure how things work here.  Something as simple as figuring out the post and courier service in Malaysia or how to subscribe for a local telephone and internet line can be confusing if you don’t know your way around. And you might also get a little frustrated as you figure out the banking system in Malaysia, how to drive or acquire a driving licence, healthcare, insurance in Malaysia, and other important stuff. With some guidance from us, you will soon be living comfortably in Malaysia, zipping through your everyday routine like a local.

Some of the more important things that may worry you as a new expat in Malaysia may include how your children will cope in a new environment. A different culture and language to a young one is like an exciting adventure, and our tips will help you ensure you fit them in nicely in their new country. Finding the right school is also easy thanks to our comprehensive list of International Schools in Malaysia. If you are living in a temporary accommodation in Malaysia and looking for places to live, we can help you with that as well! Our articles on housing, areas to live in Kuala Lumpur and places to live in Penang will help solve your housing worries without a hitch. Sourcing for a good maid and furniture in Malaysia is also something we can help you with. And of course, we have all the answers you need on buying a car and getting a driving licence in Malaysia. This is especially handy for those who don’t want to use the public transportation in Malaysia. Once you’ve settled in, it is important to learn about investment and financial planning in Malaysia to help turn your goals into reality. This is also a good way to make sure you don’t get involved in illegal scams. Learning more about the Malaysian government’s initiative to help promote and further develop the country is a good way to stay abreast of current topics, and we have all the latest on current affairs taking place in Malaysia.

Visiting this website and reading all our in-depth articles on moving and living in Malaysia is a great way to not only learn more about Malaysia, but also a great way to fit in comfortably as an expatriate within a short time span than you may have expected. Everything we write about is framed within the context of Malaysia to help you maximize your experience during your expatriate stay. 

At the end of this page, we’ve compiled a list of key articles to help with your stay in Malaysia as an expat.

Here are some other helpful resources about Malaysia too:

• Expat Forum: This is an active forum where you can ask and discuss with resident expats and other pre-arrival expats. Visit here.
• “Moving to Malaysia” section: This section of the website has essential articles and resources to help you with your relocation to this fascinating country. Visit here.
• “About Malaysia” section: This section of the website gives you essential facts about Malaysia. Visit here.
• “Visas in Malaysia” section: This section of the website gives you information on the three important types of visas and requirements. Visit here.
• “Useful Contacts” section:  This section of the website gives you a list of important contacts in Malaysia. Visit here.

The Expat Group: The Expat Group is our parent company, which provides information and support to the international community moving, visiting, or living in Malaysia. Visit here.