aawun
Hong Kongese expat in Malaysia
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15
About me
Hong Kongese, In a relationship
Lives in Kuala Lumpur
Registration: 17 September 2016
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Importing a car to Malaysia - worth it? how much import duties? by aawun
I have moved to KL, and is planning to import my car to Malaysia, since I had paid off most of it, and it is still very new, less than 10k. I have done quite a bit of research and quotations, and one question: *Motor vehicles are subject to import ...
Thanks for your detailed reply, it is just a normal factory family car, and it is serviceable in Malaysia, had confirmed with local dealer. I will double check with customs still, to see if any other parts are taxable. The guide is very useful, I ... Read More
Importing a car to Malaysia - worth it? how much import duties? by aawun
I have moved to KL, and is planning to import my car to Malaysia, since I had paid off most of it, and it is still very new, less than 10k. I have done quite a bit of research and quotations, and one question: *Motor vehicles are subject to import ...
Thanks, that's good info for sure. But is the tax calculated based on the car purchase price, or the CIF? Customs had quoted me based on CIF, which would be much less than my car's original purchase price. Do you have any idea here? It ... Read More
Importing a car to Malaysia - worth it? how much import duties? by aawun
I have moved to KL, and is planning to import my car to Malaysia, since I had paid off most of it, and it is still very new, less than 10k. I have done quite a bit of research and quotations, and one question: *Motor vehicles are subject to import ...
Some updates *** I have checked with Custom, and they quoted the import duty, excise duty and GST only accounts for 30% of my car purchase price, so I would still say cheaper than me to buy a car here. But I am unsure how much it would cost to get ... Read More
Unifi promotions by aawun
I am now ready to join broadband. But on the TM website, their price is 199 for 30mb On another website (http://www.unifipromotion.com.my/), the price is 179 for 30mb Are these trustable or authentic prices? Else, anyone can help with where I can ...
Thanks, this is very detailed and insightful, not only for me, but for any foreigners or expats who just arrive here. Much appreciated. As I live on landed, I will stick with Unifi most probably. Read More
Unifi promotions
I am now ready to join broadband. But on the TM website, their price is 199 for 30mb On another website (http://www.unifipromotion.com.my/), the price is 179 for 30mb Are these trustable or authentic prices? Else, anyone can help with where I can ... Read More
Importing a car to Malaysia - worth it? how much import duties? by aawun
I have moved to KL, and is planning to import my car to Malaysia, since I had paid off most of it, and it is still very new, less than 10k. I have done quite a bit of research and quotations, and one question: *Motor vehicles are subject to import ...
If that's the case, i wouldn't suggest you to bring it in. The amount of tax incur on you is more than enough for you to buy another one in Malaysia. Why not just buy one used car here and sell it off when you leave the country? Buying used ... Read More
Importing a car to Malaysia - worth it? how much import duties? by aawun
I have moved to KL, and is planning to import my car to Malaysia, since I had paid off most of it, and it is still very new, less than 10k. I have done quite a bit of research and quotations, and one question: *Motor vehicles are subject to import ...
well it depends ru migrating over here..under the MM2H scheme, you are allowed to bring in one car without any import duty, terms and condition appliesI am not Malaysian, not MM2H, on a LTSVP (spouse visa). Would be easy if MM2H haha :D Read More
Importing a car to Malaysia - worth it? how much import duties?
I have moved to KL, and is planning to import my car to Malaysia, since I had paid off most of it, and it is still very new, less than 10k. I have done quite a bit of research and quotations, and one question: *Motor vehicles are subject to import ... Read More
Tips & Advice for Renting an Apartment in KL by Hansson
Many expats arrive in Malaysia with little or no experience in renting accommodation. Here are some tips and advice on renting an apartment in Kuala Lumpur. The same advice pretty much applies to renting a house. 1. There are several ways to ...
Thanks for your detailed advice, Hansson, makes life in KL better for us. I do have some questions, as I am about to sign a tenancy agreement. But the agent tells me different story for certain points, ie: Tenants are responsible for paying Indah ... Read More
How do you deal with car accident in Malaysia?
As titled, I would like to understand how expats/foreigners deal with car accidents (minor ones which I assume quite often to happen), what does one need to do? call the police? photo of damage? photo of drivers license? Any sharing of experience or ... Read More