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Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:00 am
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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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Last post by joop
Wed, 07 Jan 2009 3:28 pm
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Tax on cigarettes, cigars and spirits when relocating ?
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Gringo » Wed, 28 Jan 2009 3:18 am
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We will relocate to Singapore in July. We will bring our complete household to Singapore, which also include cigarettes, cigars, and spirits. Do we...
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finish them b4 you come over..... :cool:
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Last post by Boog
Thu, 29 Jan 2009 9:47 pm
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NTUC/Taka Voucher
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SFGate » Sun, 25 Jan 2009 7:36 pm
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Hi There,
I almost purchased a 42 inch TV today for $1299 and the salesperson was also offering $600 in NTUC/Taka vouchers. Are these vouchers for...
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NTUC vouch is most valuable vouch for me. can buy vegitables in fairprice.
you dont say... :roll:
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Last post by durain
Wed, 28 Jan 2009 7:52 pm
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Studying in Singapore
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smccahill1 » Tue, 27 Jan 2009 3:01 am
Hey everyone
Firstly, can i just say i think this website is really good, i have the opportunity to study in Singapore this coming year and have...
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Last post by smccahill1
Tue, 27 Jan 2009 3:01 am
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Open up own buisness-visa
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salu » Sun, 25 Jan 2009 10:19 pm
We are moving to Singapore and I would be interested to open my own buisness. Does anybody know if you are able to get a working visa for that? I...
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Last post by Strong Eagle
Mon, 26 Jan 2009 9:28 am
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Claiming tax rebate from HMRC in UK!
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whiterr » Sun, 25 Jan 2009 1:21 pm
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Hi - I arrived from the UK about 3 weeks ago and have just received a nice cheque from the revenue for a few hundred pounds as tax rebate for leaving...
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Mrs S and I sent our P85 forms off just before we left UK, a nice tidy sum deposited into account a couple of months later!
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Last post by Saint
Mon, 26 Jan 2009 9:12 am
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FDW Levy Concession
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amiee40 » Wed, 03 Dec 2008 10:14 am
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Hi
Just want to double check that foreigners are not eligible for FDW levy concession even if they have children under 12.
A few agencies told me...
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are PRs eligible too?
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Last post by jb_slinky
Mon, 26 Jan 2009 1:49 am
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How long can I stay on business visa without having tax?
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bharthi » Sun, 25 Jan 2009 11:17 am
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My company is planning to send me to Singapore on Business Travel. Can anyone tell me how long can I stay in singapore on Business Visa without being...
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You cannot earn any money in Singapore or it is taxable. All money paid to you out of Singapore is not taxable so long as you paid tax on it in the...
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Last post by Strong Eagle
Sun, 25 Jan 2009 5:48 pm
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Moving in March 2008 to Singapore - Advice on where to live?
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wafamily » Tue, 30 Dec 2008 9:24 am
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We are moving to Singapore in march. My husband will be working in the Central Business District. We hopefully plan to enroll our littlest into...
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Hi, when you speak with your agent, tell them EXACTLY what you want, ie. price range, location, busses, MRT etc. The agent can then tell you what is...
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Last post by textex
Wed, 21 Jan 2009 2:30 pm
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what to bring from UK ?
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bobgosling » Mon, 19 Jan 2009 6:07 pm
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Looks like we may be moving to Singapore very soon.
Was there for 2 years in 1968 and again for 2 days in 2001. It had changed a lot !!!
What home...
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Just backing onto tex's good post:
1. Wine, if you like it bring it but PLEASE declare it. There's a relatively recent thread on here which...
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Last post by sierra2469alpha
Wed, 21 Jan 2009 1:57 pm
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Bringing cats to Singapore
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Gringo » Sat, 17 Jan 2009 6:36 pm
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We are planning our relocation to Singapore. Does anybody have exerience with bringing cats to Singapore? How is life for cats in Singapore ?
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Good luck with the move! I think you just need to choose a place to live that will have a yard for the cats to play in, and away from dangerous roads.
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Last post by batgirl_cdn
Tue, 20 Jan 2009 9:15 pm
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Short term fridge rental
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Sydneygal » Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:30 pm
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Hi
Does anyone know where I can rent a decent sized refrigerator for about 2 months?
I have bought fridge but the am waiting for it to arrive. The...
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Sun, 18 Jan 2009 10:46 pm
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Can I bring DVDs, CDs & software media to Singapore ?
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GanShy » Mon, 12 Jan 2009 9:56 pm
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Hi
I will soon be relocating to Singapore on a permanent basis.
I have been told by friends that it is not allowed to bring in music CD's, movie DVDs...
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I brought with me back-ups (basically copies of the original discs) and the original discs with me when I came here. No-one even asked or looked.
As...
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Last post by ukdesigner
Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:01 pm
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Employer converting my UK £ pay
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chromesmic » Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:20 pm
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Hi
This site is fantastic, I have only just found out that I have been accepted for a role in Singapore and am looking forward to it so much more...
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While it is true that the exchange rate is down compared to what it has been in the past, if you are getting your UK salary converted straight to S$,...
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Last post by jfd
Sun, 11 Jan 2009 10:03 am
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Relocating from US to Singapore
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tri_npl » Wed, 24 Dec 2008 4:46 am
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Looks like I will be relocating to Singapore in March for about 8 months. I work for a small company and will be doing Sales from Singapore to most...
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Looks like I will be relocating to Singapore in March for about 8 months. I work for a small company and will be doing Sales from Singapore to most...
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Last post by hideaki_o_o
Sat, 10 Jan 2009 11:48 pm
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moving with my girlfriend?
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alexparis » Thu, 08 Jan 2009 9:31 pm
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Hi everyone,
I'm planning to move in Singapore in one year in a research lab. My girlfriend would like to come with me but we are not married and we...
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Speaking from personal experience:
Does she know you guys won't be married? That's an important conversation to have with a girl.
As for her visa,...
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Last post by irvine
Sat, 10 Jan 2009 10:43 am
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Just arrived - need everything 220V - best way?
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Capex101 » Sat, 13 Dec 2008 11:49 am
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Just arriving for 2 years from US, left all 110v things in the US. We need everything from vacuum cleaner to iron to stereo to coffee pot. I can buy...
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I still think Paris Silk is a good deal. The prices might be slightly higher, but their service is outstanding and it's a one stop shop. At Holland...
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Last post by road.not.taken
Fri, 09 Jan 2009 6:39 pm
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cheapest school in singapore for expat kids on student pass?
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jb_slinky » Wed, 31 Dec 2008 2:39 pm
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Hi,
I know being a PR has its advantage such as low school fee. But I plan on having my future kid be on a student pass. And I think I heard from my...
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it better be way cheaper than international schools. :)
Why? Do you think International Schools are better than local schools? Sorry do disillusion...
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Last post by imrankassim
Fri, 09 Jan 2009 2:05 pm
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horror story on moving and seek your advice
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sin2008 » Thu, 08 Jan 2009 4:24 pm
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We hired a moving company to ship our stuff to singapore. Today just received an email from the moving company that it seems that some of the boxes...
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Thank you, imrankassim.
The container also has other people's stuff. so I guess it is LCL.
Was also reading the contract between the moving company...
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Last post by imrankassim
Fri, 09 Jan 2009 12:46 pm
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Are there little bugs in Singapore?
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michaelthurner » Wed, 07 Jan 2009 4:01 pm
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Hi,
I am planning to move to SIN from AUSTRIA (EU) with my family (wife and two boys: 2;4) within the next months. My wife is a little frighten...
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Thanks, this was very helpful!
Best regards,
Michael
I find Singapore impossibly sterile, especially the hawker centres. How can you have all that...
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Last post by michaelthurner
Thu, 08 Jan 2009 5:01 pm
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Just saying Hi
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SwimBikeRun » Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:04 pm
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Hi Everyone,
Just wanted to say Hi and to introduce myself.
I will be arriving in Singapore at the end of January and while I am freaked-out, I'm...
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i came here in april 2008 :)
Btw i like your signature,,cos even i use the same. :D
Thanks,
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Last post by keep.smiling
Thu, 08 Jan 2009 2:06 pm
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