Useful Articles
Singapore Expats has consolidated many useful articles from our editorial team and the Singapore Expats Forum, all of which are very informative and interesting for expatriates and any visitors.
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19 Feb 2023 - Tips on Choosing a Home Mover in Singapore
Moving to a new home is one of the significant milestones in life. However, the whole process of moving can be overwhelming. Moving your belongings...
31 Aug 2022 - The Biggest Challenges Expats Face in Singapore
Despite being one of the world’s most expensive cities to live in, Singapore remains popular with expats. Why? Its central location in...
21 Jul 2022 - Quick Guide on Sending Money to Singapore
Nowadays, transferring money from one side of the world to another is not a difficult task. In Singapore, there is a constant flow of capital from...
25 Apr 2022 - 5 Reasons To Book A Private Jet Charter For Business Travel
If you’re the kind of person who travels by air for business matters, you might be aware that flying in a commercial aircraft can be...
24 Jun 2021 - Relocating to Singapore
Relocating to Singapore is a route many Westerners have taken in recent years, and for good reason. The city offers a remarkably high standard of...
31 Mar 2021 - Which country has the strictest visa requirements?
Although it is relatively easy to visit Singapore for tourism, this is not the case for a number of high-profile destinations across the world....
19 Feb 2021 - Personalised Employment Pass vs Singapore Employment Pass 2021
The Singapore Employment Pass (EP) is a work visa that allows foreign professionals with an opportunity to work in Singapore in certain...
11 Feb 2021 - Guide to Singapore's Visas for Travelers to the Lion City
So, you’ve finally decided to take the jump and visit Singapore. You buy your flight tickets, book your hotel, and start searching for...
21 Jan 2021 - Obtaining Permanent Residency (PR) in Singapore during COVID-19
Since the beginning of Covid-19, the Singapore government’s resources have been exerted to contain the spread in the community. This has...
06 Jan 2020 - Relocation Tips
Tips for Relocating to a New Place Whether you are considering moving to improve the quality of your life or to enhance your job...
17 Dec 2019 - Best Student Travel Guide
Many students around the world would like to travel but can’t due to financial constraints. It is true, traveling costs can add up and become...
10 Dec 2019 - How to Send Money to Your Bank Account in Australia From Singapore
Sending payments overseas can be a bit of a challenge if you’re not familiar with the process. Before, transferring money can take up a lot...
26 Oct 2019 - Settling in to Singaporean culture and lifestyle
Home to the beautiful Gardens by the Bay, otherworldly skyscrapers, and a culture that is as immersive and vibrant as its scenery, Singapore is a...
21 Oct 2019 - Moving your pet to Singapore
Singapore is very strict on pet importation. There are multiple things that you need to consider before enrolling on this journey with your furry...
14 Oct 2019 - The Best Industries to Find Work in as an Expat in Singapore
The beauty of living and working in Singapore is that there are plenty of exciting industries to choose from. It’s what has helped the...
12 Oct 2019 - Singapore Travel Guide: Things you Need to Know
Do you plan to visit Singapore? You are in the best place where you will know everything you need so you can enjoy as you are dreaming. Withlocals...
29 Jul 2019 - 6 Must-haves for first-time expats
When you’re moving abroad for the first time, there’s an awful lot to think about. From organising accommodation to figuring out tax and visa...
28 Nov 2018 - Tips for Moving Your Family to Singapore
Singapore is a beautiful and unique country where your family will be lucky to live and create memories together. However, if you are relocating...
16 Nov 2018 - Tips For Workers Moving To Singapore
Moving away in another country comes with considerable risk. But you can minimize those risks by further educating yourself about the country and...
09 Nov 2018 - Why You Should Open a Wealth Management Account in Singapore
Where you choose to open a wealth management account plays a big part in determining the performance of your financial portfolio. Choosing the...
Re: PEP processing time (personal employment pass)
Just wanted to share my experience in case anyone has any advice -
I'm looking at week #11 of PEP under processing. Thought I'd give it a couple more weeks, called MOM last week and got an expedition case number but my status still shows as " Pending"
Am currently employed at a senior role in a .....
Posted in Relocating, Moving to Singapore
No food (in isolation) can make you fat. It's eating more calories than you burn that will cause weight gain.
Posted in Beauty, Health & Fitness
I've been drinking sugarcane everyday for the past 2 weeks and wondered - would sugarcane make you fat?
Posted in Beauty, Health & Fitness