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One way flight??
Hi all, just accepted a job offer in sing!
My company are asking if i can get a one way flight, i always thought this was not possible until work visa is authorised?
Can anyone point me in the direction of the appropriate information?
Thanks, rich
Edit: i should mention that im coming from the UK as a UK citizen
My company are asking if i can get a one way flight, i always thought this was not possible until work visa is authorised?
Can anyone point me in the direction of the appropriate information?
Thanks, rich
Edit: i should mention that im coming from the UK as a UK citizen
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If you have accepted a job offer already, then the company should have or will be filing for your employment pass BEFORE you get on the plane. If filed electronically, it can be ready in just a couple of days. Get it emailed to you.
It's not the Singapore government in this case that would want a return ticket... after all, they've issued you a work pass. It is the airlines that don't want to be stuck holding the bag. Make sure that your airline will let you fly in with your approval letter.
And if your company hasn't got the work permit yet... well... they are getting harder to get these days.
It's not the Singapore government in this case that would want a return ticket... after all, they've issued you a work pass. It is the airlines that don't want to be stuck holding the bag. Make sure that your airline will let you fly in with your approval letter.
And if your company hasn't got the work permit yet... well... they are getting harder to get these days.
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Thanks for the help guys, it sounds easier if i just get a return flight to come back to the UK early next year.
As for the EP they havnt mentioned it yet, i hope that it will be successful, im 25 with no spouse or dependants, i have plenty of quals and 8 years experience. The job is for an engineer in the marine industry.
Am i likely to have any issues?
As for the EP they havnt mentioned it yet, i hope that it will be successful, im 25 with no spouse or dependants, i have plenty of quals and 8 years experience. The job is for an engineer in the marine industry.
Am i likely to have any issues?
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The last 3 times Ive flown back to Singapore from Heathrow I've been asked at the check in counter how long I plan to stay in Singapore and can I produce an onwards ticket?
I politely say forever and then produce my NRIC card. Only then will they proceed with checking me in.
So unless you have your EP IPA letter at least I would risk just buying a one way ticket.
I politely say forever and then produce my NRIC card. Only then will they proceed with checking me in.
So unless you have your EP IPA letter at least I would risk just buying a one way ticket.
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I was asked that same question several times in Hong Kong... at the central check in (airport train terminal) and not at the airport, though.Saint wrote:The last 3 times Ive flown back to Singapore from Heathrow I've been asked at the check in counter how long I plan to stay in Singapore and can I produce an onwards ticket?
I politely say forever and then produce my NRIC card. Only then will they proceed with checking me in.
So unless you have your EP IPA letter at least I would risk just buying a one way ticket.
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I came with a one way ticket and a contract for a company located in Singapore but was not going to work in Singapore. Of course that was way back in 1982 though. Now, I get asked and as mentioned, I just automatically flip our my NRIC and wiz through. Actually, I usually on my return airfare anyway.
SOME PEOPLE TRY TO TURN BACK THEIR ODOMETERS. NOT ME. I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW WHY I LOOK THIS WAY. I'VE TRAVELED A LONG WAY, AND SOME OF THE ROADS WEREN'T PAVED. ~ Will Rogers
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Unless you have a valid employment pass, and have the pass in your hand, it is unlikely that you will be allowed on the aeroplane without an onward journey.
It is best to be prepared.
I would suggest going on airasia/tiger/scoot website and buying a $20 airfare somewhere from Singapore. It is better to do this than to be caught at the airport and having to pay full price fare for your onward flight.
It is best to be prepared.
I would suggest going on airasia/tiger/scoot website and buying a $20 airfare somewhere from Singapore. It is better to do this than to be caught at the airport and having to pay full price fare for your onward flight.
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