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Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:00 am
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Stamford American International School
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Pal » Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:34 pm
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Staying, Living in Singapore
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Stamford American International Singapore offers an holistic education for students from 2 months to 18 years of age, being the first and only school...
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Stamford American International School seems like an excellent choice for expat families in Singapore. I like that it offers multiple internationally...
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Sat, 13 Dec 2025 5:00 pm
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Last post by joop
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 3:28 pm
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Have an EPEC, can I ship my belongings by sea???
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dogwoodandpeartree » Mon, 09 May 2011 11:24 am
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Im moving from Tokyo to Singapore at the end of May and Ive already managed to secure an EPEC and a few interviews for potential jobs..wahoo! great!...
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Since you have the EPEc, do you best to be employed asap..
no need to be concern about the LTVP..good luck.
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Last post by yiqianjian
Sat, 14 May 2011 10:45 am
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Money Transfer
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TexasExpat » Thu, 12 May 2011 3:24 pm
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Hello All,
I was just wondering if anyone on the site has any experience and / or advice about the best way to repatriate a fairly large amount of...
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use a money broker. here's a few of them... www.ukforex.com and www.hifx.co.uk.
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Last post by durain
Sat, 14 May 2011 12:09 am
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Can I realistically do this in a week...?
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nburge » Thu, 14 Apr 2011 4:23 pm
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OK, I intend to move to Singapore on or about the 8th of May. I need (for work) to be in Thailand from the 13th of May. I already have my In...
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Unfortunately the banks won't just make me good until they find the money. The bank that has sent the money has legitimately sent it, so they don't...
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Last post by nburge
Fri, 13 May 2011 6:12 pm
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PR/REP expired. Need 2 return. Is Renunciation letter reqd?
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sanjupan » Thu, 14 Apr 2011 11:52 am
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My REP expired since I was out of Singapore more than 6 yrs now. My company wants to transfer me to Singapore. I spoke to ICA they told me I will...
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Just an update. PWC was correct. This was confirmed by the Singapore Consulate in NY. Basically since my PR expired a year back I had already lost...
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Last post by sanjupan
Fri, 13 May 2011 10:15 am
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will it be enough?
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urban_designer » Mon, 09 May 2011 9:28 pm
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folks, i seriously need some advice. i have been offered a position in singapore that would pay roughly 56,000 singapore dollars per year. i am not...
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As said by SF its unlikely you will find a 1 bed in your price range. You never know your luck in a raffle though. I had friend who was renting a 2...
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Last post by Barnsley
Tue, 10 May 2011 10:48 am
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Tips for a student doing a six-month internship in Singapore
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mauzeh » Tue, 29 Mar 2011 5:52 pm
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(Cross-posted from Flyertalk, please PM me if this is an issue)
Dear fellow travelers,
From May 1st I will be in Singapore for a six-month...
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Maurits
Im already in singapore for 1,5 months now. Im also doing an internship here. If you want to know something or drink a beer, you can contact...
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Last post by RobinC
Sat, 07 May 2011 5:49 pm
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Shipping from the US?
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captainamerica » Wed, 04 May 2011 4:48 am
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I'm relocating to Singapore from Chicago in July. I can take most of my things in 3 checked bags on the plane, but might need to ship a couple boxes...
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Once you have the postal service quote, see how much more for extra bags for your flight. One of these two will be the cheapest.
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Last post by Strong Eagle
Thu, 05 May 2011 6:46 pm
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What NOT to take to Singapore
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Another Yankee » Fri, 29 Apr 2011 3:57 am
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Hello Everyone,
I've been ready this site for a while and I couldn't find the answers so I am hoping you can help me.
We are planning a move from...
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Simple but good advice. If it has a cord you plug into a wall socket, unless it has dual voltage written on it, leave it home.
Bedding is...
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Fri, 29 Apr 2011 7:07 am
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Appeal Against LPR - Rejection - Singapore
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dychandran » Tue, 26 Apr 2011 12:14 am
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Hi All,
i have applied for LPR - VISA for Singapore on Nov - 2010
and i got result on April 2011 - saying rejected.
do we any option to re-appeal...
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LPR applications normally take over a year to process, seeing as you got rejected after 6 months it's probably safe to say you didn't even meet the...
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Last post by Saint
Wed, 27 Apr 2011 11:30 am
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Passport type: PA
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katatonic » Fri, 08 Jun 2007 2:23 pm
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what does PA mean?
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PA means passive authentication for biometric passports.
sauce:
That makes sense :)
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Last post by FaeLLe
Tue, 26 Apr 2011 5:26 pm
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both foreigners female (WP holder) male (S PASS holder)
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bushbaby » Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:17 am
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Is there any restrictions between a Filipino S PASS holder marrying a Filipina work permit holder without asking permission to MOM?
Please can...
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Thank you Sir , SMS, you were quick to clarify on this as I was away yesterday.
Anyway , WP does not entirely means or focussed on foreign maids. It...
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Last post by Mad Scientist
Tue, 26 Apr 2011 3:50 am
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Re-entry & Visitor Visa question
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Miss Swan » Thu, 21 Apr 2011 9:30 pm
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Hi guys I need this question answered.
My friend's mum is Aussie and she's in Singapore for almost 90 days, but she wants to extend her visa for a...
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That's where the irony is. According to ICA, only her children are allowed to sponsor her. This information was personally provided by the officer....
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Last post by ecureilx
Sun, 24 Apr 2011 7:15 pm
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Pet quarantine for dogs
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jenbenn » Sun, 24 Apr 2011 1:10 pm
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We are considering relocating to Singapore. We have 2 dogs. We are from South Africa so our dogs need to be in quarantine for a month. Does anyone...
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Do a search of the threads using the search engine. The topic has been discussed numerous times. Should have all the information necessary. You can...
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Sun, 24 Apr 2011 2:17 pm
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Moving Boxes
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ryac » Fri, 22 Apr 2011 11:01 am
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Hi everyone,
I'm moving out of Singapore soon and I'm looking for used moving boxes! If you have any I'd be happy to take them off your hands. :]...
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Oh great! I can pick them up whenever you're done with them.
Thanks!
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Last post by ryac
Sun, 24 Apr 2011 10:33 am
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Spass is rejected, appeal to consider for EP, possible?
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xion05 » Wed, 30 Mar 2011 4:49 pm
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Hi,
Pls suggest something for my friend's problem.
He got a job but his S'pass was rejected.
Because company has no quota for S'pass.
So, they want...
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Some Malay workers with degree are being rejected S pass, but are getting work permits, probably because the degree is not excepted. EP or S is not...
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Last post by Mad Scientist
Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:29 pm
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advice on storage tips as we're going away for 5 months
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morethanmum22 » Wed, 20 Apr 2011 9:42 pm
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hiya
just wondering if anyone can guide me re storage tips etc in singapore. we're going away for 5 months, and currently have a 4 bedroom appt...
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Yeah, dumping loads of dehumidifiers all over will help contain the moisture. But for 5 mths I'm not sure how many you'll need... probably tons. Will...
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Last post by aster
Fri, 22 Apr 2011 12:09 pm
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Best local movers?
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trichick76 » Tue, 04 May 2010 1:53 pm
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Any opinions on the best movers?
Many thanks!
Lindsay
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hi again--- sorry, just found it- the link.. thnx so much very useful- gonna start calling around for some quotes finally now ...! :):)
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Last post by morethanmum22
Mon, 18 Apr 2011 6:28 pm
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EP P1 difficult to get, for a start up company?
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Hackerwill » Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:09 am
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I have been reading that it is sometimes difficult to get an employment pass, with the Sing Gov trying to encourage the employment of local staff.
I...
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As your tax bill will be the equivalent of over 60 locals earning a half decent salary I don't think there will be a problem
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Last post by Saint
Mon, 18 Apr 2011 9:11 am
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"Reconnaissance weekend" update
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JonOfArimathea » Wed, 13 Apr 2011 9:48 pm
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Just an update after my ‘reconnaissance weekend’ in Singapore.
I took all the previous advice (thanks!) and tried to explore as much as possible,...
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Ha ha. Thanks guys.
Still no firm plans as yet as I have some more negotiation and to do with the company in question, although I caught up with...
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Last post by JonOfArimathea
Sun, 17 Apr 2011 10:31 am
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Working near Somerset MRT - where to live / schools
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Andy b » Sat, 16 Apr 2011 6:34 pm
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Hi, I am new to this forum, but could do with some advice.
I have the chance of a job which is based near Somerset MRT. I will work unusual shift...
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This is really good info.
Just for reference, I am UK based at the moment. The job would be to start at some point in July.
I have previously...
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Sun, 17 Apr 2011 7:15 am
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