This document will give you an idea on the expense and cot of living

1. The Country of Malaysia
Thinking to move in Malaysia? This information will surely help you!
Living in Malaysia is certainly a big adventure for most Indian expats especially for
the first timer who will work outside the country. Moreover, spending a few years in
Malaysia is a life changing experience. The country has 14 states. It is a multi-ethnic and
multi-cultural country that half of the population is ethnically Malay, which also consists of
Malaysian Chinese, Malaysian Indians and Orang Asal (Indigenous people). Bahasa Melayu
or Malay language is the official language of the country and English as an active second
language.
Living and Working in Malaysia
The exciting life of an expat in terms of working in Malaysia. Aside from the variety of
entertainment and tourist attraction here, the country is also a good choice for work.
Daily/Monthly cost and expenses
Thinking to work and live in Malaysia? As a foreigner, the first thing that we have in
our mind is the expenses and how life will be in the country.
Daily cost of living in Malaysia is relatively low and possible to spend RM20 – RM30
a day on three meals. In addition, for those who wants to move in Malaysia you can also
bring your family as the company give assistance for the dependant pass and Malaysia have
International Schools for the kids.
Refer to the table below for the sample expenses (food, transportation, accommodation and
education).

2. Expenses for Single / Married / Married with 1-2 kids
Rent Food Other Expenses
Single Malaysia 400 MYR -700 MYR
400 MYR – 850 MYR
IF Home cooked –
** It’s all depends on
personal lifestyle
Single Room / Middle 300 MYR -700 MYR
Room/ Master Bed
Room.
Married 1000 MYR – 2200 800-1200 MYR (if you
go for restaurants)
** It’s all depends on
personal lifestyle
IF Home cooked -500
(With all Amenities) MYR-1200 MYR
Single Room / Middle
Room/ Master Bed
Room
Married with 1-2 1000 MYR – 2200 1000 MYR- 1400 Education
Kids MYR
Private School – 350-
500
International School
(With all Amenities)
Single Room / Middle RM 500 – RM 1500
Room/ Master Bed
Room