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rasaimachan

Rasai Machan

@rasaimachan

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Sri lankan expat in Malaysia

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26

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4

About me

Sri lankan

Lives in Kuala Lumpur

Registration: 24 April 2014

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Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
9 years ago
rjv1704

Deductions from salary in Malaysia (other than taxes)... by rjv1704

Hi, A company has agreed to pay me 8500 MYR per month Additionaly, they informed that for first 6 months, the tax would be 26% 7th month onwards, it would be around 400-500 MYR per month. My question in not about income tax. What I would like ...

Rasai Machan

Perhaps you can check whether you're entitled on EPF Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
mitswitchers

PR under category 3 i.e Professional by mitswitchers

Hi, I have been working in Malaysia for almost 4 plus years on a professional employment pass. can i apply for a Malaysian PR under the Professionals category. someone can please advise from where to get start, whats the requirements and the ...

Rasai Machan

Yes i got mine recently - It was quite fast and clean if you have proper documentation to support. Please visit TalentCop website and assess your eligibility. Upon submission - you got to pay rm200 as non-refundable fee It takes about a month ... Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
Wifey_b

can i work with a Dependent pass ? by Wifey_b

My husband is working as a test engineer and he is holding an employment pass. If he will request for a dependent pass for me will I be able to work using my dependent pass?

Rasai Machan

Also I'm hearing from my colleague that still can doable if you can get a letter from the company together with the dependency pass then endorsed (chop) by Malaysian immigration. I would suggest to visit Malaysian immigration directly and ... Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
Wifey_b

can i work with a Dependent pass ? by Wifey_b

My husband is working as a test engineer and he is holding an employment pass. If he will request for a dependent pass for me will I be able to work using my dependent pass?

Rasai Machan

I would suggest if your husband is eligible for RP-Talent visa then spouse can also seek employment without employment pass. Cheers! Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
safety81

what to do with semi-defective TV by safety81

Need advise on what to do with 60" Sony projection TV with stand which is working but with some defect (blue dots/yellow coloration on parts of the screen). Have had Sony look at it but they say it cannot be repaired because spare part required ...

Rasai Machan

THanks - Where is ur location and how to contact you :) Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
safety81

what to do with semi-defective TV by safety81

Need advise on what to do with 60" Sony projection TV with stand which is working but with some defect (blue dots/yellow coloration on parts of the screen). Have had Sony look at it but they say it cannot be repaired because spare part required ...

Rasai Machan

Donate my restaurant please:) Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
Catwmn

Okay I'm going crazy by Catwmn

Yes I'm going crazy I don't think I can live my life like this for next coming months I really need to get either a pet (I doubt it I am allowed to) do some sports or lock myself in my room and repeat this routine everyday Expats ...

Rasai Machan

I had the same feeling when i moved here in KL, however i occupied myself mostly in the office work from Monday to Friday, I spent extra hours in the office to learn new things. But weekend, i used to travel (even alone), just like backpacker. There ... Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
neufmartial

Switching job in Malaysia -Cancellation and renewal of Employment Pass by neufmartial

Hi Friends, I am working in IT company in Malaysia, and my Employment Pass is under my current company. Recently I got an offer from another company in Malaysia, which is ready to provide me an Employment Pass. Can anybody let me know what is the ...

Rasai Machan

Just to expedite your clearance process, I would suggest you to visit HASIL (income tax dept), reassess your income tax bring up-to-date. Usually company will hold your final month salary till tax clearance is settled. In general, the exit process ... Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
Anjana123

Part time jobs for foreigners by Anjana123

I am a Srilankan age of 22 years old. Currently I live in Srilanka. I'm a undergraduate. Nowadays we are having 3 months holydays. I would like to work in Malaysia during my holydays. Are there any part time jobs for foreign students in Malaysia

Rasai Machan

I don't think you can find any legal part-time jobs in Malaysia if you come under visit visa. If you get caught you will be in great troubles and please get way from troubles! Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
arin.dey

Kuala lumpur- Living cost (savings) by arin.dey

I have got an offer from a company in Kuala lumpur recently. I make RS 55,000 in India. I make a saving of Rs.30,000 every month. If I am moving to Kula lumpur how much salary should I ask for so that I can save Rs. 50,000 per month. Note: I am ...

Rasai Machan

If you come under professional pass entry visa, you need minimum RM 5k salary. By the way, what they have offered as your job? Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
10 years ago
Gravitas

1. Lower Income Tax Rates for 2015 and 2. Introduction of GST by Gravitas

The GOOD news. The income tax rates are being reduced in 2015 and a comparison of the 2014 and 2015 rates can be found here: Comparison of Income Tax Rates 2014 and 2015 Basically this means: Tax steps on annual salary are: ...

Rasai Machan

Thanks for sharing this valuable info. However since GST would charge as 5% and reduce tax by 5%, we still continue to pay additional 4% :( unless company increase 5% salary equally (highly unlikely:() Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
11 years ago
samymassoud

Offer in Selangour 5500 MYR is it enough for family of 3 members by samymassoud

Hello , i got an offer to work at Selangour with net salary 5500 MYR , My family is me,my wife and my baby child (1 year and 5 months) . i want to know is this salary OK to live in Selangor and save part of it ,after Tax deduction,spouse deduction ...

Rasai Machan

I presume, deduction what he was referring to additional tax exemption for married status. If I'm not mistaken: - Individual and dependent relatives - RM 8,000 - Number of Children - under the age of 18 years - RM 1,000 Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
11 years ago
samymassoud

Offer in Selangour 5500 MYR is it enough for family of 3 members by samymassoud

Hello , i got an offer to work at Selangour with net salary 5500 MYR , My family is me,my wife and my baby child (1 year and 5 months) . i want to know is this salary OK to live in Selangor and save part of it ,after Tax deduction,spouse deduction ...

Rasai Machan

Hi, In my view, RM 5,500 is not an attractive salary to come down here... still you need to check with your employer on the take home salary and other deductions, i,e. Tax and EPF, etc. Based on my simple calculations on the major chuck of the ... Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
11 years ago
adroit_ankit

Advise regarding moving to Malasiya by adroit_ankit

Hello friends, I am an engineer from India with 5 years experience, I have a job offer from Malasiya (Selangor) of RM 6700 plus accommodation, transportation and also they will be paying for my Visa. I am just married and willing to move along my ...

Rasai Machan

This is so true... Read More

Rasai Machan
rasaimachan replied to a thread
11 years ago
adroit_ankit

Advise regarding moving to Malasiya by adroit_ankit

Hello friends, I am an engineer from India with 5 years experience, I have a job offer from Malasiya (Selangor) of RM 6700 plus accommodation, transportation and also they will be paying for my Visa. I am just married and willing to move along my ...

Rasai Machan

I think your salary mentioned here is quite reasonable to sustain and live a descent life in Malaysia. Please clarify below with your employer: - Whether you're entitled for the EPF contributions - Year-End Bonus - Your take home Salary (After ... Read More