The 10 Most Common Problems New Students Face in Malaysia (And How to Avoid Them)

1. The Heat & Humidity

Problem: It's hot. All year round.
Solution: Wear light, breathable clothes. Drink lots of water. Use umbrellas.

2. Taxi Scams

Problem: Some taxi drivers overcharge foreigners.
Solution: NEVER take a taxi without a meter. Use Grab (Malaysia's Uber) instead. It's safer and cheaper.

3. Finding Halal Food? (Not a problem!)

Actually, this is a myth. Halal food is EVERYWHERE. The problem might be getting used to the spicy food!

4. Accommodation Quality

Problem: "Fully furnished" can sometimes mean very old furniture.
Solution: Never sign a contract without viewing the place via video call. Neogoals agents can inspect units for you.

5. Visa Renewals

Problem: Forgetting to renew your visa on time.
Solution: Submit your passport for renewal 3 months before it expires. The immigration process is slow.

6. English Accent

Problem: "Manglish" (Malaysian English) can be confusing at first (e.g., adding "lah" to sentences).
Solution: Be patient, you will get used to it in a week. It's part of the charm!