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Brunei

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Overview

Capital

Bandar Seri Begawan

Currency

BND

Continent

Asia

Entry requirements

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Popular passport access to Brunei

Passport Status Max Stay
Thailand Visa Free 30 days
Vietnam Visa Free 30 days
Philippines Visa Free 30 days
Malaysia Visa Free 30 days
Singapore Visa Free 30 days
Indonesia Visa Free 30 days
Myanmar Visa Free 30 days
Cambodia Visa Free 30 days
Laos Visa Free 30 days

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Monthly costs

Bandar Seri Begawan

Rent (center)

600 USD/mo

Groceries

280 USD/mo

Transport

60 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

1,020 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Employment Pass

    Duration: 2 years, renewable

    Foreign professionals with employer sponsorship

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

0% – 0%

Social Security (Employee)

0.05%

No personal income tax. No VAT. Social security (TAP) for citizens/PRs only.

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Useful Services

Wise

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World Nomads

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