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Ljubljana or Penang

Comprehensive comparison between Ljubljana (Slovenia) and Penang (Malaysia). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Penang is more affordable than Ljubljana. Ljubljana has a cost rating of 54/100, while Penang has a cost rating of 30/100.
In terms of safety, Ljubljana ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to Penang at 82/100. Ljubljana's safety score is 90/100 and Penang's safety score is 82/100.
Average rent in Ljubljana is typically €750 - €1,050 per month, whereas typical rent in Penang averages €350 - €650 per month.
For Ljubljana, the visa process is rated as: EU Freedom & Sole Trader Registration (EU nationals register effortlessly. Non-EU remote freelancers can register an s.p. (sole proprietorship) after fulfilling legal residence requirements.). For Penang, the process is rated as: DE Rantau Nomad Visa & MM2H (Malaysia’s DE Rantau Nomad Visa grants remote workers up to 2 years residence (~$24k/yr income), alongside MM2H long-term residency.).