Essentials
- City
- Cyberjaya, Sepang District, Selangor, Malaysia
- Population
- Approximately 140,000
- Internet Speed
- High-speed fiber (Time Internet/Unifi) up to 1 Gbps; average 150 Mbps
- Currency & Banking
- Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). 1 USD ≈ 4.70 MYR, 1 EUR ≈ 5.10 MYR
- Tap Water
- Not recommended for direct drinking; use filters or boiled water
- Power
- 240V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G sockets (British standard)
- SIM Card
- Maxis (Hotlink), CelcomDigi, and U Mobile; approx. 40 MYR ($8.50) for 50GB
- Banking for Expats
- Maybank, CIMB, and Wise/Revolut are widely used
- Accommodation
- Modern high-rise condos like Tamarind Suites and Shaftsbury Square
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, extremely high adoption of GrabPay, Touch 'n Go eWallet, and DuitNow QR
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and Agoda Homes; typical studio approx. 1,600 MYR/month
- Budget Accommodation
- Dash Box Hotel Cyberjaya (approx. 180 MYR/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Shaftsbury Square or D'Pulze area for proximity to shops and dining
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Tamarind Square or Kingfisher Cyberjaya for a quieter, green workspace vibe
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Co-labs Coworking @ Kenwingston Square Garden (Daily pass: 39 MYR)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Together with Coffee at Tamarind Square (Excellent WiFi and quiet corners)
- Networking Events
- Tech events at MaGIC (Malaysian Global Innovation & Creativity Centre)
- Social Events for Expats
- Cyberjaya Community Facebook group and InterNations Kuala Lumpur chapters
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Grab (dominant), AirAsia Ride, and Maxim
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Beam e-scooters available throughout the city (approx. 0.60 MYR per minute)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Bagan Lalang Beach (approx. 45-minute drive)
- Top Regional Airline
- AirAsia (operating from KLIA Terminal 2, 20 mins away)
- Top International Airline
- Malaysia Airlines (operating from KLIA Terminal 1)
- Highway Access
- Connected via MEX (to KL City), ELITE (to Airport), and LDP highways
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Putrajaya & Cyberjaya ERL Station (KLIA Transit line)
- Public Transport Passes
- My50 Unlimited Travel Pass (for residents); Touch 'n Go card for visitors
- Regional Travel
- ERL Train to KL Sentral (20 mins) or bus to Seremban/Melaka
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Hospital Cyberjaya (Public-Private) and Tamarind Medical Centre
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Prana Yoga at Verdi Eco-Dominiums and various studios in Tamarind Square
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Anytime Fitness at D'Pulze Shopping Mall (approx. 190 MYR/month)
- Laundry Services
- Laundrybar or Bubblelab self-service laundromats (approx. 15 MYR per load)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- GrabFood and Foodpanda
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Nasi Lemak and Middle Eastern Mandi Rice (Saba Restaurant)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Herbivore in Tamarind Square and BMS Organics in D'Pulze
- Best Dessert Spots
- Wildcard Cyberjaya or Whisk at CUCMS
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Village Grocer (D'Pulze) and Jaya Grocer (Tamarind Square)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Shopee Malaysia and Lazada Malaysia
- Grocery Delivery
- GrabMart and Lotus's Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Tamarind Square for chill bars; Trellis at Shaftsbury
- Local Brewery
- None (Alcohol is served in specific restobar venues like The Beer Factory)
- Wine Bars
- Wine Connection (nearest in Putrajaya IOI City Mall)
- Street Food Stalls
- Cyberjaya Night Market (Pasar Malam) every Tuesday and Wednesday
- Popular International Cuisine
- Saba Restaurant (Yemeni/Arabic) and Volcano Shabu Shabu
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Cyberjaya Lake Gardens and the Raja Haji Fisabilillah Mosque
- Museums & Art Venues
- Galeria Seri Perdana (nearby in Putrajaya)
- Historical Sites
- Putrajaya Administrative Centre (10 mins away) for grand architecture
- Religious Sites
- Raja Haji Fisabilillah Mosque (The 'Green' Mosque)
- Annual Events
- Cyberjaya Multimedia Festival and National Day celebrations in Putrajaya
- Cultural Districts
- The 'Smart City' core areas and Tamarind Square artsy retail hub
- Theater Venues
- Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC)
- Local Markets
- Pasar Malam Cyberjaya at Prima Avenue
- Music Scene
- Live acoustic sets at local cafes in Tamarind Square
- Street Art
- Murals within the Tamarind Square concrete architecture
- Cooking Classes
- Culinary workshops occasionally held at the University of Creative Technology
- Art Galleries
- DPULZE Shopping Centre exhibition floor
- Historic Buildings
- The Cyberview Lodge Resort (one of the earliest structures)
- Local Heritage
- The 'Silicon Valley of Malaysia' status and tech innovation heritage
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Cyberjaya Lake Gardens (400 acres of green space)
- National Parks Nearby
- Paya Indah Wetlands (20-minute drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Dedicated bike lanes surrounding the entire city perimeter
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Lakefront bridges overlooking the Putrajaya skyline
- Birdwatching Locations
- Cyberjaya Lakeside and Putrajaya Wetlands Park
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated camping zones at Dash Box Hotel surroundings
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Pos Laju and J&T Express Cyberjaya branch
- Tech Repair Services
- Flash Gadget in D'Pulze Shopping Mall
- Table Tennis Spots
- Community clubhouse at Verdi Eco-Dominiums
- Language Classes
- English and Malay courses at ELS Language Centers
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Raja Tun Uda Library (nearby) or various university libraries
- Community Centers
- Cyberjaya Community Centre (Kelab Komuniti Cyberjaya)
- Gaming Lounges
- Gamesbond Cyberjaya (eSports and gaming hub)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- None (Genting Highlands is the nearest, 1.5 hours away)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 10,000 MYR per m² (e.g., 42 m² Tamarind Suite = 420,000 MYR)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 7,500 MYR per m² (e.g., 42 m² = 315,000 MYR)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 9,500 MYR per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 570,000 MYR)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 6,800 MYR per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 408,000 MYR)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 8,500 MYR per m² (e.g., 85 m² = 722,500 MYR)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 6,000 MYR per m² (e.g., 85 m² = 510,000 MYR)
- Corporate Tax
- 24% standard rate; tiered for SMEs
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% (Single-tier system)
- Tax System
- Territorial-based (income sourced in Malaysia is taxed)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 30% for income over 2 million MYR
- VAT
- 6% Service Tax (SST), no standard VAT
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, Malaysia introduced some CFC-like rules for specific contexts
- Property Tax
- Quit Rent and Assessment Tax (Cukai Pintu) applicable annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- Real Property Gains Tax (RPGT) if sold within 5 years; Stamp Duty applies
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- DE Rantau Nomad Pass offers specific tax exemptions on foreign income