Canman53
Canadian expat in Singapore
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Traffic in Singapore by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Which city or area do you live in in Singapore, and how do you find the traffic? How long does it take to commute to work or run errands? Is there a rush hour in your city? What times of the day would you recommend people to ...
@ Beppi: I think you dropped a zero in your car price. @ Priscilla: Depending on your income, lifestyle and work requirements a car in Singapore is certainly more than a status symbol. Try doing the weekly grocery shopping for a family of 4 on a ... Read More
Employment pass reject with " Adverse Record " by Jennythanhmai
Hi , before i holded spass , then my previous company had some difficult about business so they couln't employ me, they cancelled my Spass . I went back my country to visit my family ,then after 1 week i came to sg again but ICA at airport ...
Beppi; clearly you do not understand the term 'racist' Read More
Employment pass reject with " Adverse Record " by Jennythanhmai
Hi , before i holded spass , then my previous company had some difficult about business so they couln't employ me, they cancelled my Spass . I went back my country to visit my family ,then after 1 week i came to sg again but ICA at airport ...
I suspect your problem is because ICA have rejected your entry. They no doubt have to file a reason and my guess is they have logged it as attempt to enter to work illegally. The immigration officers are ridiculously bigotted and racist. If you ... Read More
Americans in Singapore - how to invest by feecheng
Does anyone know how someone with a US Citizenship can invest in Singapore/Asia? I met with a lot of financial advisors who are not willing to take on American clients because they are afraid to get audited by the US govt. :( Any advice from people ...
FATCA forces foreign businesses to report any earnings by an American citizen back to the IRS. Not suprisingly America does not reciprocate, it is a one way deal. Read More
Dealing with emergency situations in Singapore by Priscilla
Hello everybody, Dealing with unexpected situations abroad can be a very difficult matter. In order to better help expats and soon-to-be expats in Singapore face such tricky situations, we invite you to share your advice and experience. What ...
Emergency Ambulance and Fire 995 Non-Emergency Ambulance 1777 Police Emergency 999 Dengue Hotline 1800 933 6483 Fire Hazard Reporting 1800 280 0000 - See more at: https://www.gov.sg/being-prepared/home/#sthash.br9zRKtC.dpuf 5 simple ... Read More
Singapore: The world's most expensive city by Veedushi
Hello everyone, Singapore remains the world's most expensive city for expats the 3rd consecutive year according to Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) report on the cost of living in major cities worldwide. The City State is followed by Zurich, ...
@ Maqsewe I'm guessing that may no longer be true with the crash of the oil price? Read More
Vung Tau - How is it for English speaking people? Schools & Work? by Tonca
Hi all, we are an Australian family, wife from Vietnam with 2 young boys. We would like to live in Vungtau but are unsure as to the school and work environment for english speaking people. I am a fitter/ welder by trade and have experience both on ...
It's roughly USD 8K a year for grades 1-5. School fees are here : http://vungtau.sis.edu.vn/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/SIS-@-DA-VT-Fees-Structure-for-Integrated-Programme1.pdf I have made two enquiries through their website form in the past 10 ... Read More
Small Business ideas
For all you expats enjoying life in Vung Tau, what services do you feel are lacking? For example when I lived there 10 years ago and there was a great little shop which carried alot of foreign goods, not sure if it still exists. Bars and retaurants ... Read More
Singapore International School
Hi Does anyone have any experience with the Singapore International School in Vung Tau? Can anyone recommend another english language school in Vung Tau? We are considering moving back to Vung Tau, this time with an 8 year old in tow. Thanks in ... Read More