So, you’re moving to the wonderful Malaysia, a veritable melting pot of culture and a plethora of diversified opportunities to suit everyone. There’s much to be excited about, from stunning natural beauty and friendly locals to architecture that will set your soul on fire. The flourishing economy is the fourth largest in Southeast Asia and, as a result of high labor productivity, the employment opportunities are rife.
Whatever your reason for relocating to this wonderfully unique country, you’re sure to find yourself in awe of the picturesque scenery featuring multiplicities of terrain, low cost of living, and the opportunities that are available in abundance. Coupled with the bright and happy folk that reside there, the exotic wildlife, and the rich combination of cultures, it almost seems like the country boasts a dream lifestyle for residents and expats alike.
But it’s easy to find yourself overwhelmed by the sheer volume of mundane logistics to consider and the lengthy process of ‘finding your feet’ upon arrival. To help, we’ve put together some things that you should look into, both prior to your relocation and once you’ve arrived, to make the most of your Malaysian move.
Perfect Properties
It goes without saying that, before you take the plunge, you ought to scour the internet to see what variety of properties the country has to offer within your price range and chosen location. Luckily, Malaysia has a relatively low-cost price of living with beautifully spacious and modern homes for you to choose from.
The key to snapping up the best that the country has to offer is to simply invest time in your search – you should already know roughly what it is you’re looking for before starting your search, as well as take advantage of the chat help windows that pop up to inquire about any questions, stipulations, or concerns you may have. At PropertyGuru, you can guarantee thousands of rumah teres untuk dijual (terraced houses for sale) that are light, spacious, and in excellent locations, with live tours available for you to view and easy contact with the estate agents in charge via WhatsApp or telephone, making the entire process much simpler!
Take in the Views
With its year-round balmy climate and, frankly outstandingly romantic landscapes – think jungles, rainforests, coastlines, mountain ranges, and countryside – there’s much terrain to discover in Malaysia. While it may seem a lot to absorb at first, pre-planning some excursions upon arrival will help you to not only familiarize yourself with your immediate surroundings, but it will help you to build a better picture of the country as a whole and ensure you get chance to visit and see everything you desire in the country that will become your home.
Malaysia is home to an astounding 20% of all the world’s animals, with species such as tigers, elephants, rhinoceros, lemurs, and orangutans forming just a small proportion of the variety that you can witness meandering and gamboling around in their natural habitats – much better than viewing them in cages at zoos!
Food for Thought
Prepare for your palate to be introduced to a fantastic array of mouth-watering dishes, including traditional Malaysian food such as Assam Laksa and Nasi Lemak – the national dish of Malaysia consisting of fragrant jasmine rice steamed in a pandan leaf with coconut milk – to a whole host of ‘street food’ that is both inventive and tasty.
The food available, while delicious, is quite different to the food you may be accustomed to at home, so a good way to prepare your tastebuds for the abundance of flavors is to look up some Malaysian dishes and have a go at cooking them yourself before you go. Traditional recipes are available online for you to test out and try, and will help you to acclimatize to the different spices and ingredients that form the basis of much Malaysian food.
Immersed in Culture
With a profusion of cultures forming the basis of Malaysia, you will find yourself surrounded by an exciting array of citizens hailing from different origins across the globe. If you feel that your exposure to different cultures, races, and religions has been rather stunted, you will find that your move to Malaysia will provide you with ample opportunity to immerse yourself in the stories of the wide-ranging nationalities that inhabit the country.
To appropriately prepare for this experience, you would benefit from conducting some research prior to your move, looking into the core religions represented there – with Islam being the predominant one – and the genetic makeup of the residents. This will help you to understand other perspectives and experiences, while also ensuring that you don’t offend or overstep your boundaries once there.
Of course, such a move requires logistical considerations – such as setting up a bank account, obtaining home and contents’ insurance, the transference of your property between countries, and setting up your internet providers (amongst other things) – but (hopefully) these are all elements that you have put into a comprehensive list when forming your initial decision! The list above provides you with some idea of what to expect upon moving, and ways that you can prepare yourself for such a huge life change to make the entire process easier and more comfortable.
