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Found out that POSB and DBS has merged and that both requires minimum 500 SGD plus introduction from an existing (at least 6 months) depositor. Thus, I decided to open at OCBC. Less hassle. Same. 500 SGD opening but 1k maintaining balance every month. Ul be charged 2dollars a month for accounts belo...

We are required to open a bank account for our payroll. The agent advised us to open in a local bank. When we tried in POSB, they are asking for min of S$500 but with introduction from somebody who has account on them. Is there a local bank that would not require introduction? Which bank would you r...

I don't get relocation allowance (including tickets to Singapore) and there was no mention about 13th month pay in the contract. Is this normal?

I heard about the tests regarding HIV and HEPA. There was no mention about Goiter though. I hope it would not be counted against me.

what are the chances that this won't be approved?

How long is the average processing time for the e-pass? My agent specified Nov 1 in the contract as my start date but the processing of my pass only started last Tuesday.

Are u permanent or contractual? My offer is for permanent also EP. I'm really worried. I'm afraid that they'd reject me once I'm in Singapore. I'd have to bring back all my stuff plus I'd be losing my current job for this. It's too risky.

I got a job offer to work in Singapore. I'm just worried about the medical exam. I was told that it will be taken in Singapore. Does anybody here have an idea what kinds of tests are given? HIV, TB, etc. I'm worried because I had thyroidectomy a few years back and it's a little larger than usual. Wi...