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InterNations - A Place for French in Kuala Lumpur

Bonjour to all French in Kuala Lumpur! Would you like to meet fellow French expats in Kuala Lumpur? Would you like to get insider suggestions from other French, e.g. where in Kuala Lumpur your hometown team’s next match is shown on TV or where to get foie gras?

We would like to invite you to become a member of InterNations Kuala Lumpur. As a member of InterNations, you will have access to an active group of French expats, hailing from Paris, Nice, Lyon and all regions of France.

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Adam Malewski

Adam Malewski

With all the great information on this site, getting settled in Kuala Lumpur was a piece of cake.

Yasmin Krüger-Darango

Yasmin Krüger-Darango

A former business partner recommended InterNations to me when I moved abroad to Malaysia. We still use it to stay in touch.

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An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Why you'll love InterNations in Kuala Lumpur

56,749
members in Kuala Lumpur
1,188
French members
24
monthly events
2,128
interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

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What French love about living in Kuala Lumpur

We asked tens of thousands of expats about their experiences of living abroad as part of our Expat Insider surveys. In addition to answering our standard questions, participants shared what they liked or disliked about life in their host country. Here, we selected some of the most interesting and representative comments from French living in Kuala Lumpur.

We have grouped the quotes into positive and negative experiences - starting with the things they enjoy most about the city.

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I enjoy a great work-life balance in Kuala Lumpur. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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The sunny weather is one of my favorite things about living in Kuala Lumpur. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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I really enjoy life in Kuala Lumpur — it is comfortable and fulfilling. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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I’ve made so many wonderful friends since moving to Kuala Lumpur. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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I really enjoy that we’re blessed with wonderful weather year-round in Kuala Lumpur. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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Now let's move to negative reviews of expat life in Kuala Lumpur

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I find the excessive use of plastic bags for vegetables, food, and drinks problematic, as well as the issue of abandoned dogs. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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I find the lack of information about how MM2H (Malaysia My Second Home) visas are handled frustrating. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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Air pollution is a serious concern for me. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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I struggle with how hard it is to make new friends. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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The administrative processes are overly complicated. — French expat in Kuala Lumpur
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Why French expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our French members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Meet fellow French at our events in Kuala Lumpur

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow French in Kuala Lumpur.

Connecting over Dinner and Drinks!
Connecting over Dinner and Drinks!
Dear Members, You are cordially invited to join us for a relaxed Saturday evening of good food, drinks, and easy conversation. It will be a wonderful opportunity to unwind, meet, and catch up in a friendly atmosphere. Event Details: • Date: Saturday, 24th October 2026 • Venue: (...) Protected
Dear Members, You are cordially invited to join us for a relaxed Saturday evening of good food, drinks, and easy conversation. It will be a wonderful opportunity to unwind, meet, and catch up in a friendly atmosphere. Event Details: • Date: Saturday, 24th October 2026 • Venue: (...) Protected
A Taste of Pink October: Afternoon Tea
A Taste of Pink October: Afternoon Tea
Dear KL Changemakers, It's time to celebrate! 🎀 In support of Pink October and celebrating the Breast Cancer Awareness month, we will be meeting up and dining out at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur for the Pink Indulgence Afternoon Tea. Savour pink-inspired delights such as Marinated Lobster S
Dear KL Changemakers, It's time to celebrate! 🎀 In support of Pink October and celebrating the Breast Cancer Awareness month, we will be meeting up and dining out at the Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur for the Pink Indulgence Afternoon Tea. Savour pink-inspired delights such as Marinated Lobster S
InterNations KL - Sunday Social & Live Band
InterNations KL - Sunday Social & Live Band
Olá InterNations Fam! Let’s get together for a Sunday Social & Live Band. 🗓️ Oct 25 ⏰18:00 (social) followed by live music from the Radio Active Band at 20:30 🏟️GoodFellas Kitchen & Bar Changkat 🍹Enjoy drinks, music, and great company in a casual evening! 🥂Welcome drink options Beer,
Olá InterNations Fam! Let’s get together for a Sunday Social & Live Band. 🗓️ Oct 25 ⏰18:00 (social) followed by live music from the Radio Active Band at 20:30 🏟️GoodFellas Kitchen & Bar Changkat 🍹Enjoy drinks, music, and great company in a casual evening! 🥂Welcome drink options Beer,
Short + Sweet Malaysia Festival 2026: Theatre (Gala)
(...) Protected content (...) The world’s biggest little festival, which started in Australia and has taken the world by storm, continues in Malaysia for the 19th year running! Helmed by none other than Festival Director Dato’ Dr. Faridah Merican and housed yearly at (...) Protected content (..
(...) Protected content (...) The world’s biggest little festival, which started in Australia and has taken the world by storm, continues in Malaysia for the 19th year running! Helmed by none other than Festival Director Dato’ Dr. Faridah Merican and housed yearly at (...) Protected content (..

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!

Fun & Games Group
Fun & Games Group
Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group
Theater & Performing Arts Group
Theater & Performing Arts Group

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French Expats in Kuala Lumpur Help You With Their Advice

With InterNations, French expats in Kuala Lumpur are able to find both the help they need as well as lots of valuable information. "K.L.", as the locals just say, offers so much for expats to explore - our community helps you enjoy your stay to the fullest.

  • Look through our Members Network to connect with Kuala Lumpur’s French expats.
  • Become active in our Expat Forums in order to find insider tips and suggestions from fellow French expats in Kuala Lumpur.
  • Make full use of the Expat Guide for Kuala Lumpur to obtain important information on your temporary home abroad.

Mix and Mingle with French in Kuala Lumpur at Our Events

Our Kuala Lumpur community is also lively and welcoming offline. The InterNations Ambassadors host regular get-togethers and a range of expat activities, e.g. a chic dining experience in Kuala Lumpur’s trendiest restaurant or a get-away with fellow French expats to discover the urban agglomeration of the Klang Valley. These activities make it easy for you to get to know other expats from France in your local community and meet French in Malaysia in a comfortable setting. If this sounds interesting to you, simply sign up for membership – we are looking forward to welcoming you among our French living in Kuala Lumpur!

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