Work in Malaysia for a corporation based in Indonesia

By Mark 27 May 2022

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

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

  1. Check if the company is willing to sponsor your visa application.
  2. Check if the company has a local office in Malaysia.
  3. Check if the company has a local office in Indonesia.
  4. Check if the company has a local office in Malaysia and Indonesia.

I am currently working in Malaysia as a contract worker.

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

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Indonesia even though you are located in Malaysia. For that we have some tips on how to find remote work in Indonesia while living in Malaysia.

In this article, we will cover the following topics:

  1. How to find remote work in Indonesia while living in Malaysia
  2. What are the best remote jobs in Indonesia?
  3. What are the best remote job platforms in Indonesia?
  4. How to find remote jobs in Indonesia from home
  5. What are the best remote job websites in Indonesia?
  6. How to find remote work in Indonesia from Malaysia?
  7. How to find remote jobs in Indonesia from home?

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

You can get paid in Malaysia even if you are working for a company in Indonesia, however , it will take a lot of time and effort to get paid. In this article, we will tell you how to get paid in Malaysia even if you are working for a company in Indonesia.

If you are working for a company in Indonesia, you will be working for a company that is based in Indonesia. It means that you will be working from Indonesia and will not be able to travel to Malaysia to get paid.
However, if you are working for a company that is based in Malaysia, you will be working from Malaysia and will be able to travel to Indonesia to get paid.

How to get paid in Malaysia when working remotely for a corporation in Indonesia?
Step 1: You will need to register for a bank account in Indonesia
If you are working for a company that is based in Indonesia, you will need to register for a bank account in Indonesia.

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

When working remotely in Malaysia for a firm based in Indonesia, taxes might be tricky, therefore I’d like to know how it works if I’m working remotely for a company based in Malaysia.

I’m Malaysian, currently working in Indonesia as a software developer. I’m not sure if I’m allowed to work for a firm based in Malaysia.
My contract is for 6 months, and I will be working for a company in Malaysia. I have a permanent residence in Indonesia.
I’m not sure if I’m allowed to work for a firm based in Malaysia, as I’m not a Malaysian citizen.
I’m not sure if I can claim my income in Malaysia as I’m not a Malaysian citizen.
I’m not sure if I can claim my expenses in Malaysia as I’m not a Malaysian citizen.