Originally Posted by LouiseJordan (Post 6679916)

Hi There

I've come to a dead end and hoping someone can offer some advice! My boyfriend and I are planning to move to Singapore from London at the end of September and I would be sooo grateful if someone could give me advice on the following issues;

1) I do not have a job out there yet and I am very confused by the ministry of manpower website as to what visa I actually need? Both me and my boyfriend are British citizens.:confused:

If you don't have a job and work permit in your own right, I think you will have to prove a De Facto relationship. I know we've talked about that recently on here so do have a search; I've never been in that position so don't want to give you incorrect info. I will say, it's not easy as I know a lot of women who did monthly visa runs, which are a bit risky.


2) How 'easy' is it to find a job in finance in Singapore - I have 4 years of experience working in asset management? Is it easier to get one once you are actually there?

That would be your best option, TBH. Get an EP (Employment Pass) in your own right. Maybe easier once you are there but you need to convince employers you are worth the hassle.


3) Where is the best place to look for accommodation? I've found loads of sites but don't know how trustworthy they are? Are HDB apartments ok to rent? Also what does 2+1 or 4+1 mean with regards to an apartment?

Take a look at this site www.singaporeexpats.com IMO the best property site for information. I have used their agents in the past too. Trustworthy? We're talking about Real Estate Agents. ;) I do know a British agent who is very good but she mainly deals with large/corporate budgets.

HDB apartments have become very popular since private rents rocketed. I hear that private rents have stabilised/gone down but HDB rents have not; they're really not that good a deal any more. Are they ok to rent? Hmmmm. Have you ever lived in Asia? I think you would get a bit of a culture shock and need earplugs. :lol:

The site I mentioned has all the terminology explained.

Any advice would be much appreciated!!:thumbsup:

Thanks so much for your help. We both love Singapore and are so excited about moving there!!!:D

Originally Posted by LouiseJordan (Post 6681462)

Thanks so much for all your advice. :thumbsup:
I'll have a look through it all today! Always handy speaking to someone that has actually lived there!!

Originally Posted by GregLawmen (Post 6927484)

hi,:rofl:


Thanks so much for all your advice.
I'll have a look through it all today! Always handy speaking to someone that has actually lived there!!:thumbsup:

Originally Posted by pasturesnew (Post 6930542)

Hello all,

I have found myself wondering what the appeal of Singapore is for all of you? Just interested :)