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Forum: Malaysia
Nov 30th 2018, 3:17 am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Posted By skates81

Re: Penang (Butterworth) to Bangkok by Train ???

I've taken this train few times and it's a nice adventurous and inexpensive way to travel between the 2 countries. However, if you are used to the new malaysian trains which move fast and without any...
Forum: Malaysia
Dec 8th 2017, 5:55 am
Replies: 22
Views: 3,554
Posted By skates81

Re: Ringgit fluctuation

LOL yeah. Still, I have around 6 years left on my MM2H visa and I am planning to hold on to the visa until it expires, so I hope that in 6 years time I'm able to get my full capital back with some...
Forum: Malaysia
Dec 7th 2017, 8:05 am
Replies: 22
Views: 3,554
Posted By skates81

Re: Ringgit fluctuation

Just three and a bit years ago (2013) when I got MM2H visa, the 1 USD was only equal to RM 2.9, so I wired my USD in Malaysia for the FD for that rate. And soon after I got MM2H, the ringgit...
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Oct 27th 2017, 6:58 am
Replies: 30
Views: 4,698
Posted By skates81

Re: Early retirement - was it what you expected?

Since you guys are always on the move, what about your lodging? you staying in hotels or airbnb type monthly apartments? would love to know what's the most feasible type of lodging for such lifestyle
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Jul 10th 2017, 11:22 am
Replies: 20
Views: 11,311
Posted By skates81

Re: MM2H 2017 reintroduction of ID cards

Is there an official link giving details of the card? Where do we go to get one?
Forum: Malaysia
Jun 27th 2017, 9:04 am
Replies: 6
Views: 11,973
Posted By skates81

Re: Paying parking fines in Penang

Where are these paid parking spots in Penang? I haven't noticed any during my numerious visits
Forum: Malaysia
Jun 27th 2017, 9:02 am
Replies: 58
Views: 4,994
Posted By skates81

Re: Investment Options

Maybe investing in Index funds ETF would be a good idea. Try googling for it and do your research about it, and after that, if you feel comfortable, go for it.
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Jun 12th 2017, 7:50 am
Replies: 8
Views: 3,442
Posted By skates81

Re: MM2H visa expiry & fixed deposit

Technically you stand corrected that once the original visa expires, you should be able to withdraw your deposit without any confirmation letter from the ministry. However, this is Malaysia and I...
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Jun 9th 2017, 7:13 am
Replies: 8
Views: 3,442
Posted By skates81

Re: MM2H visa expiry & fixed deposit

Interesting question. I will also be in the same boat as you. Would love to know the answers.
Forum: Malaysia
Feb 16th 2017, 3:07 am
Replies: 13
Views: 11,246
Posted By skates81

Re: Parking @ Padang Besar

If the guy has an MM2H, maybe just getting a multi entry Thai visa from embassy or consulate in Malaysia would be much easier?
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Jul 15th 2016, 8:43 am
Replies: 10
Views: 2,593
Posted By skates81

MM2H visa transfer to new Passport

Hi Guys,

Will soon be transferring the visa to a new passport as current passport is expiring soon. What's the process and timeframe involved?
Forum: Malaysia
Mar 23rd 2016, 6:17 am
Replies: 2
Views: 987
Posted By skates81

Re: ASEAN Driving Licence

Malaysia driving license is valid to drive temporarily (tourists) in Thailand and vice versa.
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Feb 10th 2016, 6:08 am
Replies: 1
Views: 906
Posted By skates81

Property purchase threshold in Penang

Hi Guys,

What's the minimum value property a MM2H guy can buy? I heard it's 350 K up?
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Feb 3rd 2016, 6:02 am
Replies: 37
Views: 8,362
Posted By skates81

Re: Terminating MM2H

Lol. We'll miss your posts over here. Guess you'll not be lurking here anymore after canceling MM2H.
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Feb 2nd 2016, 7:55 am
Replies: 37
Views: 8,362
Posted By skates81

Re: Terminating MM2H

Yes. Things do change. But sorry to see a veteran member like you go. Wish you best of luck ! :amen:
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Feb 2nd 2016, 6:23 am
Replies: 37
Views: 8,362
Posted By skates81

Re: Terminating MM2H

If you don't mind, what made you decide to terminate MM2H? I've seen your posts since the days of Scott's old forum. You've been an old member. :unsure:
Forum: Malaysia
Nov 19th 2015, 9:09 am
Replies: 15
Views: 1,016
Posted By skates81

Re: Western Union transfer

Fees are pretty high for Western union transfer, plus a very bad exchange rate. If the payment is a very small payment (few hundred pounds/ringgits), then probably ok to use western union. But if the...
Forum: Retirement and MM2H
Sep 12th 2015, 8:50 am
Replies: 43
Views: 12,961
Posted By skates81

Re: MM2H and Death

My heartly condolences to BB. May God give you the strength.
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