Working in Canada for a corporation in Malaysia

By Mark 17 May 2022

Can I live in Canada and work remotely for a company in Malaysia?

Yes, it is possible, however we usually recommend double-checking the following points:

  1. You need to be a permanent resident of Canada.
  2. You need to be physically present in Canada for at least 183 days out of the year.
  3. You need to have a work permit to work in Canada.
  4. You need to be physically present in Malaysia for at least 183 days out of the year.

How to find remote work in Malaysia while living in Canada?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Malaysia even though you are located in Canada. For that we need to have a good network of contacts in Malaysia. If you have a good network in Malaysia, you can easily get remote jobs in Malaysia.

You need to have a good network of contacts in Malaysia to get remote work in Malaysia.
So, how to find remote work in Malaysia while living in Canada?
Here are some tips to find remote work in Malaysia while living in Canada.

  1. Start with LinkedIn
    LinkedIn is a great tool to find remote work in Malaysia. You can use LinkedIn to find remote work in Malaysia.
    You can search for your ideal job using LinkedIn. You can also use LinkedIn to find remote work in Malaysia.

  2. Join groups in Malaysia
    You can also join groups in Malaysia to find remote work in Malaysia.

  3. Join online forums
    You can also join online forums to find remote work in Malaysia.

  4. Post your resume

How to get paid in Canada when working remotely for a corporation in Malaysia?

You can get paid in Canada even if you are working for a company in Malaysia, however , it can be a little tricky and requires some extra steps.

If you are working for a company in Malaysia, and you are planning to get paid in Canada, then you need to follow the steps below.
To get paid in Canada, you need to follow the steps below:

  1. Apply for a PR Visa
    If you are planning to get paid in Canada when working for a company in Malaysia, then you first need to apply for a PR visa. If you are already a Canadian citizen, then you can apply for a PR visa.
    To apply for a PR visa, you need to apply for a PR visa from the Consulate General of Canada in Kuala Lumpur. You can apply online here.
    The application fee for a PR visa is RM700.
  2. Register your company in Canada
    Once you have applied for a PR visa, you will need to register your company in Canada. To register your company in Canada, you need to fill out a form.
    You can download the form here.
  3. Register with the CRA
    Once you have applied for a PR visa and registered your company in Canada, you will need to register with the CRA. You can register with the CRA by filling out a form.
  4. Pay taxes
    Once you have registered with the CRA, you will need to pay taxes.

How do taxes work in Canada if I’m working remotely for a company Canada?

When working remotely in Canada for a firm based in Malaysia, taxes might be tricky, therefore you should know what to expect.

When you are working from Canada for a company in Malaysia, you will be taxed on your income in Canada. The same goes for the income you earn in Malaysia.
If you are a Canadian citizen or a resident of Canada, you will be taxed on your income in Canada. You will be taxed on your Malaysian income if you are a Malaysian citizen or a resident of Malaysia.