considering a move to KL
 

Hi there,

I have received a job offer that is paying me 2000 Euros (approx. 8550 RM) pre-tax.

I was wondering if that is enough to live a decent life as a young expat.

What I mean with decent:

- Own apartment in central location
- Eating out 5 out of 7 days a week
- Enjoy nightlife (bar/clubs)
- Paying bills (utilities, internet, mobile)
- Transportation (taxi's and daily train fares)

Appreciate any advice as I have never been to KL and don't know what to expect.

Thanks!

Re: considering a move to KL
 

Borderline.

Re: considering a move to KL
 

So you think it'll be tough to make ends meet with that salary huh?

Re: considering a move to KL
 

Accomodation Rm3-4k depending on location, size etc

If you go to bar or clubs once a week and spend on average Rm200 per trip, more if you want hanky panky :lol:

Food wise, do budget Rm25-Rm30 per meal at KL.

Transportation, if you are able to take public transport, lrt, mrt, bus and avoid taxis, it saves a lot. Daily commute to work rm200-rm250

Internet, rm 150 mth, phone data plan Rm150 per mth.

What about health insurance and clothing, shoes, underwear, once in a while?

At the moment the ringgit value is like a banana leaf, hence you do get to enjoy higher value if you convert EU to ringgit.g

Re: considering a move to KL
 

Hi Shawn and welcome to the forum :)

Would also add that Malaysia is not the cheapest place for alcohol (if you drink).

Re: considering a move to KL
 

Hi Bakedbean,

Thanks for the heads up! I definitely drink but in moderation and also within my budget.

I just have a question regarding accomodation. I have seen studios/1 bedroom apartments near KLCC for approx 2000 MYR.

Are these scams or true reflection of prices.

Given that I would earn 6200 MYR after tax I came up with the following:

Rent: 2000
Bills: 500
Transport: 300
Food: 1000
Other expenses: 800
Insurance: 300

This totals too 5000 MYR

Re: considering a move to KL
 

Hi Bakedbean,

Thanks for the heads up! I definitely drink but in moderation and also within my budget.

I just have a question regarding accomodation. I have seen studios/1 bedroom apartments near KLCC for approx 2000 MYR.

Are these scams or true reflection of prices.

Given that I would earn 6200 MYR after tax I came up with the following:

Rent: 2000
Bills: 500
Transport: 300
Food: 1000
Other expenses: 800
Insurance: 300

This totals too 5000 MYR