Better check with tp.

Hey guys.. Need some education on Singapore PR and work permit.

Currently I have made appointment for PR application coming April.

But the thing is my current E pass will be expired on June.

I heard the application period will be about 6 months...

Can I still apply PR on April since my work permit will expire during the period..

Hope someone have same experience and can share with me.. I tried search online but Cannot find any information on this... Thanks in advance

This post has been edited by Godevil: Feb 22 2014, 10:19 AM

non PR/SC 5 years validity

Well, my apologies if what I said made everyone think that it is okay to drive with a Malaysia driving licence in Singapore after you have been working here for more than 1 year. I would just like to make it clear that if you are planning to be in Singapore for long term, it is best you get your licence converted.

I think the link given by deodorant is very clear on the legal requirement of driving in Singapore. Let's not debate further on this matter.

No wonder. That just took the icing off the cake. You will need to pay $50 also for the processing fee. ie: the cost will be $10 per year!

I believe you will need to renew your EP if you have yet to receive your PR. Call up ICA to ask if in doubt.

No no.. I not yet applied. The appointment is on April.

Just want to know I should:

1. Wait until renewed work permit only make appointment to apply.
2. Can still apply on April even my work permit expire soon.

Thanks for the number, I'll call to ask on Monday. At the meanwhile I appreciate if anyone can enlighten me.

It's already stated one must convert to Sg license if need to drive Sg register car after > 12 months. period. You own personal opinion is irrelevant on this

Just go ahead and apply unless they specifically write in the form the work permit must have more than x months validity or something. Don't worry so much.

Apparently using mobile data on a prepaid plan is extremely expensive!

Apparently they use to but has stopped doing so since. Actually, I am quite surprised that your bank requested a proof of address from you!

Ah I see! Well, I have since discovered the CIS and will be going for that instead! Despite it being a two year contract, I am more than happy with the discount offered.

Hey people, this might sound very silly but here goes! I bought a few things in Malaysia (clothes and toiletries) and will be bringing it to Singapore. Will I be taxed for GST? I have since removed the price tag and packaging if it makes any difference.

Things were fine at the immigration when I set foot into SG last week with my massive luggage. However, I wasn't aware that goods bought for own consumption is subjected to GST!

What do you guys think? Am I being overly cautious here? What is a "good"? Items to be brought into SG with their original packaging and price tag in tact? If the law is to be accounted for, wouldn't that mean personal belongings are taxable too since they were all bought at some point in time?

This post has been edited by studyboy: Feb 22 2014, 11:27 PM

No problem one. they will only stop you if u apparently pass the gate with a trolley with boxes of same items.
I move in Singapore with a taxi fully stuffed with new and old things. They take a look asked me moving in? I said yes, smiled to me and said welcome.
immigration officers more concerns about cigarettes and alcohol. Unless you look like a drug smuggler they might touch you up a bit.

Just to be safe in case meeting new officers, just take the price tag off

desktop support/helpdesk support that low kah less than 2500 even for 2 years exp?clerical work much more higher 2500.

Hi guys,

In singapore, in what field/service did you all working?
Anyone here working in engineering field?

anyone here looking for a room?

Hi guy, just wondering ... any lubang here to enter semiconductor field in sg?

Thanks for the advice! You telling me your experience allayed my fears quite a bit!

As long as its for personal use its fine....its not like u gonna bring them in n then sell them...if that's the case then by law need to pay sales tax.