Work in New Zealand for a company in Malaysia

By Mark 14 May 2022

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

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

  1. Your employer is in Malaysia.
  2. You are not in Malaysia.
  3. You are employed by a company in Malaysia.

What is the minimum salary I can earn in Malaysia?
I am currently employed in a non-Malaysian company.

How to find remote work in Malaysia while living in New Zealand?

Usually, it is feasible to get remote jobs in Malaysia even though you are located in New Zealand. For that we have a few tips.

  1. Find a Remote Job in Malaysia
    Finding a remote job in Malaysia is not difficult. There are plenty of remote jobs in Malaysia and most of them are related to IT.
    However, you should be careful when choosing a remote job in Malaysia.
    The best way to do that is to start by searching the Internet. There are many websites that offer you the opportunity to find a job in Malaysia and other countries.
    You can also search for remote jobs in Malaysia in job portals such as Indeed, Simply Hired and Remote Jobs.
  2. Find a Remote Job in Malaysia from an Employer
    If you are looking for a remote job in Malaysia, you can contact the companies directly.
    You can send a mail to the company’s email address and ask them if they have any job vacancies.
    You can also send them a resume and ask them to consider you for the job.
  3. Find a Remote Job in Malaysia from a Freelancer
    Freelance websites are the best place to find a job in Malaysia.
    Freelancing websites are similar to online job boards and they allow you to post your resume and ask for a job.
    However, it is not as easy as searching for a job in Malaysia on a job portal.
    You should be careful when searching for a remote job in Malaysia from a freelancer.

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

You can get paid in New Zealand even if you are working for a company in Malaysia, however , you will need to use an online payment processor like Worldpay. The process is very simple.

You will need to open an account with Worldpay, and then you can use their website to create an invoice. You will then need to create an account with New Zealand Post and register for their online payment portal.
The payment process is as simple as it gets. Once you have created an invoice, you can send it to your client. You will need to wait for your client to pay you. Once they have paid you, you will be able to transfer the money into your Worldpay account.
You will need to use the online Worldpay account to make any payments. You will need to use the Worldpay website to transfer money to your account.
You will need to wait for your client to pay you, and then you can transfer the money to your Worldpay account.
This is a common question that we get asked. There are several ways to get paid in New Zealand when working remotely for a corporation in Malaysia.
You can get paid in New Zealand even if you are working for a company in Malaysia, however, you will need to use an online payment processor like Worldpay. The process is very simple.

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

When working remotely in New Zealand for a firm based in Malaysia, taxes might be tricky, therefore we have gathered all the information you need to work out your taxes. If you are a New Zealand resident and working remotely for a company in Malaysia, you might need to take into account your tax situation.

  1. How do I work out my tax?
    If you are a New Zealand resident working remotely for a company based in Malaysia, then you will need to make sure that you are working out your tax correctly. The reason for this is that if you are working for a company based in Malaysia, you will be taxed on your Malaysian income and you will also need to pay a tax on your New Zealand income.
  2. What is the tax rate on my New Zealand income?
    Your tax rate on your New Zealand income is the rate that you pay on your NZ income. It is always the highest tax rate of all. The rate is currently at 28% and is set to rise to 30% on 1 April 2018.
  3. How much tax do I pay?
    The tax you pay is calculated based on your NZ income, how much tax you pay on your Malaysian income, your NZ tax rate and your NZ tax band.
  4. What is my NZ tax band?
    Your NZ tax band is the NZ income tax rate that applies to you. It is currently at 28% and is set to rise to 30% on 1 April 2018.