berniek
Australian expat in Malaysia
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Registration: 23 August 2017
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Traffic in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Malaysia, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
Penang Island traffic is heavy (a family of 5 have 5 cars) I use WAZE free download on mobile phone and the delightful lady inside my phone directs you around the worst jams (Most times) Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Malaysia? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging ...
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Credit card application eligility for expats by eldobaidowi
Hi, I am a new member here :) I'd like to know more about the experiences for those who has applied for credit card in Malaysia for expats. I want to know more about the eligibility and how easy (or how difficult?) to get one as expats, such ...
I had to put 10 k on fd to get a 10 k credit card but I am over 65 and no card allowed in malaysia if over 65 Read More
Paying bills in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What bills do you pay? If you are renting, are bills included in the price of rent, and is this common practice in Malaysia? How can you pay your bills (e.g. online, at provider's store, at the post office)? Which is the most ...
1 as an oldie (ie over 60 infact 16 years over) to get a credit card with points i put 10 k on FD at bank i use this card for all bills some such as maxis water electricity I make automatic payments with bank account Very simple I own little ... Read More
Credit card application eligility for expats by eldobaidowi
Hi, I am a new member here :) I'd like to know more about the experiences for those who has applied for credit card in Malaysia for expats. I want to know more about the eligibility and how easy (or how difficult?) to get one as expats, such ...
maybank public and Rakyat banks allow you a credit crd if you put down a fd with them I put 10,000 with Rakyat. Read More
Online shopping in Malaysia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Shopping online can be far more convenient and offer greater choice than going into shops, be it grocery shopping or retail. Are there options for online shopping in Malaysia? Which sites or apps do you use most frequently and ...
Lazada offers an item from many "shops". I just got tablets in 2 days Bought from overseas. Before and had a threatening government letter saying it is illegal and next time I will be fined So I use lazada exclusively excellent ... Read More