Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Kuala Lumpur, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Documents
As an expat you will probably find you have far more uses for your personal documents than you ever would have at home. Make photocopies of all your documents before you leave and keep... read more
Entry Visa
Regulations have recently changed and now residents of most countries are entitled to enter Malaysia on a social visit pass valid for between 14 days and three months.
Social visit... read more
Health Card
Currently there is no requirement for a health card in Malaysia. Expatriates may access treatment at government hospitals and clinics, but in practice this is difficult if you’re not a... read more
Residence Visa
Strictly speaking there’s no such thing as a residence visa in Malaysia. A work permit (sometimes called an employment pass) allows you to remain in Malaysia for a stated period of time... read more
Labour Card
Expatriate Card
Work permit holders, but not their spouses and children, will be issued with an expatriate card. This is the size of a credit card and has the holder’s employment... read more
ID Card
Malaysian citizens and permanent residents are required by law to carry their ID cards with them at all times. Fines of up to RM20,000 or a prison sentence of up to three years can be... read more
