Working in Malaysia for a corporation in Taiwan
Can I work remotely in Malaysia for a company in Taiwan?
Yes it’s perfectly possible, but we advise first to check the following points:
- Is the company in Taiwan?
- Is the company in Malaysia?
- Is there a visa problem?
- Is there a problem with your passport?
- Is there a problem with your work permit?
- Is there a problem with the company?
- Is there a problem with your employer?
- Is there a problem with your company’s contact in Taiwan?
How can I find a remote job in Taiwan while living in Malaysia?
When things work out well, it’s possible to find remote jobs in Taiwan even if you are located in Malaysia, for that we need to be a bit creative.
Many people are doing a job search in Taiwan from their current location in Malaysia, but in order to get a job in Taiwan, we need to do a bit of work in advance.
Some of the things you can do to make yourself more employable are:
- Do a local resume
It’s not enough to send out a resume from your home country to a job search site. Even if you are a good match for the job, it’s a waste of time. You need to have a resume in the local language. - Learn the local language
You can do this by watching videos on YouTube or by reading a book. If you are not willing to do this, then you are not going to get a job. - Learn the local culture
If you don’t know the local culture, it will be difficult for you to connect with the local people and you will not be able to communicate well. If you are a person who likes to learn new things, then you can try to learn the local language and culture. - Get some local friends
When you are in Taiwan, you can meet some local friends. If you have some local friends, you can ask them to introduce you to some people who are in need of a job. - Stay in touch with your Malaysian friends
How can I get paid in Malaysia when working remotely for a company in Taiwan?
It is possible to get paid in Malaysia while working for a company in Taiwan but you need to be careful about the tax implications.
The first thing you need to do is to open a bank account in Malaysia. This is necessary to receive your salary from the company in Taiwan. You can open a bank account in Malaysia using a bank in Taiwan.
The second thing you need to do is to open a bank account in Malaysia.
Will I pay taxes in Malaysia or Taiwan when working remotely in Malaysia?
Taxes can be complicated when working remotely in Malaysia for a corporation in Taiwan, so we’ve put together this guide to help you figure out if you’ll be taxed when working in Malaysia.
What is the tax rate in Malaysia?
The tax rate in Malaysia is 15%.
Do you need to pay taxes in Malaysia?
If you’re a Malaysian citizen, you’ll need to pay taxes in Malaysia.
If you’re a non-Malaysian citizen, you’ll need to pay taxes in Malaysia if you’re working in Malaysia, but not if you’re working remotely in Malaysia for a company in Taiwan.
Why is the tax rate in Malaysia 15%?
The tax rate in Malaysia is 15% because Malaysia is a member of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), which means Malaysia is subject to the OECD’s Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAA).
The DTAA is a set of international agreements designed to help member countries reduce double taxation.
The OECD DTAA can be found here.
What if I work in Malaysia for a company in Taiwan?
If you’re a non-Malaysian citizen and you’re working in Malaysia for a company in Taiwan, you’re not going to be subject to Malaysia’s 15% tax rate.
