Living in Singapore
Asia — Expat guide for moving and living abroad
Country overview
Capital
Singapore
Currency
SGD
Continent
Asia
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Entry requirements
Check if your passport needs a visa for Singapore.
Check visa requirementsPopular passport access to Singapore
| Passport | Status | Max Stay |
|---|---|---|
| India | Visa Required | 30 days |
| Austria | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Belgium | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Bulgaria | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Croatia | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Cyprus | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Czechia | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Denmark | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Estonia | Visa Free | 90 days |
| Finland | Visa Free | 90 days |
Detailed visa guides for Singapore
Monthly costs
Singapore
Rent (center)
3,000 SGD/mo
Groceries
500 SGD/mo
Transport
128 SGD/mo
Est. Monthly Total
3,808 SGD/mo
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Work permits
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Employment Pass (EP)
Duration: Up to 2 years (first pass), renewable for 3 years
Foreign professionals with a job offer and minimum fixed monthly salary of SGD 5,000
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Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass (ONE Pass)
Duration: 5 years
Top talent earning SGD 30,000/month or with outstanding achievements
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EntrePass
Duration: 1 year, renewable
Entrepreneurs starting an innovative business backed by venture capital or incubator
Salary & tax
Income Tax Range
0% – 24%
Social Security (Employee)
0.2%
CPF for citizens/PRs only. Expats no CPF — effective tax much lower.
Calculate your net salaryUseful services
Insurance
SafetyWing
Nomad health insurance for your stay in Singapore. Monthly subscription, cancel anytime.
Get a SafetyWing quote →Connectivity
Airalo
Singapore eSIM data plans from $4.50. Activate before you land — no SIM swap.
Get an Airalo eSIM →Privacy
NordVPN
Stay secure on public WiFi in Singapore and access services from home.
Get NordVPN →Language
iTalki
Book 1-on-1 video lessons with native tutors before you move. 150+ languages.
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