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Embark on Your Singapore PR Journey with Us!
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Back when I applied for PR in 1999, I approached it with some trepidation, because even though I had lived in Singapore for 4 years at the time, I...
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Frasers Hospitality
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Pal » Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:24 am
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More than a hotel, our Gold Standard serviced residences feel just like home. Only better....
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Very nice
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Canadian International School
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Pal » Sat, 18 Aug 2018 10:25 pm
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The Canadian International School (CIS) is a leading international school in Singapore. Founded in 1990, CIS has over...
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Bump for this thread 8-)
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EPEC losted
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kentyu » Sun, 11 Sep 2011 5:57 pm
Hi,everybody.
I have lost my epec ,the original copy.
I am in Singapore now.How could I get another copy?
Besides, how long will it take to process?...
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Last post by kentyu
Sun, 11 Sep 2011 5:57 pm
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Medication - cost, availability and any issue with Customs?
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englishaussie » Tue, 30 Aug 2011 8:15 am
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Hiya,
I take a couple of medications, including a preventer and Ventolin inhalers for Asthma.
Will I have any trouble finding them in Singapore?...
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I have a chronic condition and moved up with 6 months supply, with a letter and had no problems. In terms of cost etc, make sure you have insurance...
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Last post by mrdodge
Sat, 10 Sep 2011 8:58 pm
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Recommendations - US to Singapore movers
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wannamove » Fri, 02 Sep 2011 3:18 am
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The day has come and I have to figure out how to box up our life in Houston and move to Singapore. We are not moving any furniture or major...
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I am beginning to understand when the regulars and moderators say....
try using the search function in the top right of the page, this has been...
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Last post by nakatago
Fri, 09 Sep 2011 9:05 am
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Indefinite ban?
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clonedinsanity » Sat, 03 Sep 2011 3:26 am
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I was deported from Singapore after committing two crimes, one civil (Shop theft) and one immigration (Overstay of 36 days) when I was 17. When being...
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What type of business are you attempting to establish? Please let us know so those of us reading this post know not to invest in it :)
Monkey?...
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Last post by nakatago
Mon, 05 Sep 2011 10:26 am
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Advice Needed.
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Ksea » Sat, 03 Sep 2011 2:06 pm
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Hi Everyone,
I often visit this forum and found it very helpful. I need your advice on my current situation. I'm a Thai having been living and...
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Yeah, but not really. That's your last/current, obviously if you are good and they want to pull you away from your current employer they would have...
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Last post by Ksea
Sun, 04 Sep 2011 3:34 pm
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Passport expiring but re-entry permit valid
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NRI » Wed, 31 Aug 2011 7:14 pm
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Hi, we have been in India for last more than a year. My daughter's passport is expiring in Nov2011 whereas re-entry permit is valid till 2017.
We...
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apologies for the wrong info earlier. most probably you will be refused to board the flight or at the indian immigration level.
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Last post by azp123
Fri, 02 Sep 2011 8:48 pm
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The extension of legal residence in SG while job-seeking
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mitchel » Fri, 02 Sep 2011 12:53 am
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Hello, friends!
I'm going to visit Singapore soon for the purpose of joob-seeking. Due to rules with my visa i may stay here for 30 days, then i...
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Very good point JR8 brought up: EPEC and EP criteria onto the applicant are the same, so if EPEC is rejected, EP will, too.
EP application takes a...
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Last post by beppi
Fri, 02 Sep 2011 6:02 pm
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USA Check in Singapore
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athard » Wed, 17 Aug 2011 12:07 am
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I just moved to Singapore. I will receive a check for my 401K from USA. Is there a way to cash that check in Singapore? I just moved last week and...
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Heh, I just moved here from the US last month and had an HSBC account... Also had a 401k cash out I dealt with! :)
HSBC branches in each country are...
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Last post by zzm9980
Fri, 02 Sep 2011 3:08 pm
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Moving to Singapore in August - thank you for all info!
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Dori111 » Sun, 12 Jun 2011 8:13 pm
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Hello Everyone!
I am relocating to Singapore from London in August and would like to say hello to my future neighbours. And a big thank you for this...
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Hey,
It is nice to see that other people have made the move over from the UK. I am coming over to work in Changi from Cardiff - looking at flying...
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Thu, 01 Sep 2011 7:07 pm
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Shipping from Thailand
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yosithezet » Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:14 pm
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I'm buying a bed in Thailand and need to have it shipped to Singapore. A few questions:
1) Does anyone know of a good shipper that would be cheaper...
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There are several shipping offices at Chatuchak market in Bangkok, which offer reasonable rates.
But S$800 for three cubic meters is quite cheap...
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Last post by beppi
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:59 pm
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Hoping to relocate with family, many questions!
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FrenchieNYC » Fri, 26 Aug 2011 1:49 am
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Hello to all,
We are hoping to move to SG next summer with our 2 kids. Our plan is to go there for 2-3 months and look for a job locally.
Here are...
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- Is it realistic to go on a tourist visa and hope to find a job there?
No. Plan on 6 months or more. You can't stay that long on a tourist visa....
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Last post by beppi
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 10:51 pm
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another one bits the dust
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Dalia » Wed, 24 Aug 2011 6:10 pm
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First,before anyone starts trowing rocks at me I have to tell you that A JOB is better than NO JOB. (yes, there is no expat money, how did you...
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Thank you all for posting, I have found some great info here.
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Last post by Dalia
Mon, 29 Aug 2011 1:51 am
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Need Information....
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rohitesh » Sat, 27 Aug 2011 4:17 pm
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Hello Friends,
I would like to know that, Is it allowed to travel on S Pass IPA. Means if i have S-pass IPA with me with a valid passport is it...
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I m from India... do i need Visa or IPA is sufficient for me...
Read the IPA letter and it should tell you whether you can travel on the basis of...
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Sun, 28 Aug 2011 11:39 am
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Rookies need help-ltsvp and in principal
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kentyu » Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:05 am
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1.I have got the epec.Do I need to be present in Singpapore to apply for the long term social visit pass?
If yes,I would have to be there with a...
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A photo of SMS that was taken earlier...
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Last post by JR8
Wed, 24 Aug 2011 5:19 pm
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Dual Citizenship for New Born - New Zealander & Singaporean?
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mrslaw » Tue, 21 Jun 2011 11:31 am
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Hi,
I can't really find any concrete information on the above on the internet. Thus I decided to post my query here!
My husband is a New Zealander...
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I've already given birth to a healthy baby girl on 31 July! Birth certificate & passport done! Air tic purchased! All ready for the big move in less...
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Last post by mrslaw
Tue, 23 Aug 2011 8:53 pm
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Working in Singapore for 2 months.
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alan20 » Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:15 pm
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Hi,
I'm in serious need of some accurate advice. I've been offered a job in Singapore for 2 months from the middle/end of september, I'll be working...
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You can not work here self-employed in the setting and conditions you described.
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Last post by x9200
Tue, 23 Aug 2011 5:25 am
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US passport holder to enter into Singapore
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inusa » Mon, 22 Aug 2011 9:35 am
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Hi,
I have a question about US passport holder to enter into Singapore.
I am a US citizen holding a US passport and also have a valid EP with...
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Called ICA and confirmed it is OK.
Thank you very much.
His DP is directly tied to your EP so if traveling with you, should be no problem. A quick...
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Last post by inusa
Mon, 22 Aug 2011 10:57 am
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Confused Brit Family looking to come to Singapore
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symodan21 » Mon, 18 Jul 2011 10:28 pm
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Hi,
I have been offered the chance to move to Singapore and set up an office for my company, selling Pharmaceutical Equipment. The local market is...
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Singapore's cost of living especially the rental has now gone through the roof. I feel Singapore has lost its attractiveness as an expat destination....
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Last post by nakatago
Sun, 21 Aug 2011 1:04 pm
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Income Tax : Did I read correctly?
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stephaniess » Wed, 17 Aug 2011 1:22 am
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Considering a move to SG from Ontario, Canada. From what I understand, income taxes is anywhere from 15 to 20 per cent. Is this correct? In Ontario,...
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Nah.
Most western countries chew up 50% of GDP on paying politicians their self-appointed salaries.
It is interesting that SG pays it's politicians...
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Last post by JR8
Sun, 21 Aug 2011 3:33 am
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Prepaid or Contract phone plan for expats?
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Venomrush » Wed, 17 Aug 2011 9:21 pm
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Hi all,
I'm not familiar with the costs for prepaid, kindly ask you for assistant.
I need the following per month:
500 mins outgoing
200-300 texts...
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And you call yourself an expat :roll:, Surely you are from the subcontinent.
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Sun, 21 Aug 2011 12:53 am
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