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 Working in Singapore V17, All about living in the Lil' Red Dot

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HenDa
post Dec 15 2014, 03:07 PM

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QUOTE(Jet23sky @ Dec 15 2014, 10:29 AM)
Just found out that my Singapore PR has approved after 4 months of waiting. But not sure what I need to do next. @_@ Anyone can enlighten me?
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you will receive a letter, they will ask you to make an appointment before a certain date (if not mistaken 3 months from approval date)

https://eappointment.ica.gov.sg/ibook/index.do (PR - Completion of Formalities for Successful Applicants)

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post Dec 22 2014, 02:07 PM

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QUOTE(kevin613 @ Dec 22 2014, 11:47 AM)
14% and 10% for the past 2 years.
small mnc..
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I don't know about others, but personally think that 14 & 10 is a huge increment...
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post Dec 22 2014, 02:33 PM

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QUOTE(babykon101 @ Dec 22 2014, 02:29 PM)
Thanks!

Btw, can advise which is a good area to stay?
I think my budget for room is 650 the most ady.

Been searching on ibilik.sg and easyroomates, but can't really tell which place is decent.

I don't like dodgy places.  smile.gif
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anywhere near to office biggrin.gif
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post Jan 15 2015, 02:55 AM

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QUOTE(IwanAGP @ Jan 13 2015, 10:45 PM)
Anyone use CIMB Speedsend before?

Today saw the rate at their Currency Exchange Counter.

Cash RM2.615 only but "Speedsend" 2.661. Asked about the charges the lady said around $5 for 2000 (not sure how true). But then... Suddenly system down, I want send money home also can't sad.gif

If got CIMB M'sia account, instant transfer. Other banks take few days according to the counter staff.
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I am using Citibank and can transfer between my SG and MSIA account instantly.

As for rate, CIMB is always better compare to Citi
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post Jan 27 2015, 03:30 PM

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Talking about driving license, I got question if sifu here can help to answer.

I understand for a PR to drive in SG we need to have SG driving license.

To obtain driving license we need to pass Basic Theory Test and convert our MYS Driving License (Extract needed from JPJ)

I am wondering if we can do the conversion if it is 3 months after obtaining my PR?

eCitizen- Driving in SG - Looking into this link we are required to convert within 3 months
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New Singapore citizens and PRs must convert their foreign driving licences within 3 months of obtaining citizenship or PR status. - See more at: http://www.ecitizen.gov.sg/Topics/Pages/Dr...h.XRnCM4rv.dpuf


Conversion of Foreign Driving License- Looking into the link from SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE, there are no such requirement

Anyone can help rclxub.gif

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post Jan 28 2015, 11:15 PM

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QUOTE(Eisenmeteor @ Jan 28 2015, 10:01 PM)
Will apply somewhere else for now. I thought i had it during the 1st interview. Dissapointed that it took them more than a week to reject me wei.
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haha it is good that u know u r rejected, most company do not give feedback smile.gif move on dude
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post Mar 10 2015, 12:29 AM

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QUOTE(V-Zero @ Mar 9 2015, 09:12 PM)
Anyone working near Mapletree Business City @ Labrador Park?
Finding lunch mate. sad.gif
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Working around the same area... looking for housemate yawn.gif

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post Mar 10 2015, 12:31 AM

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QUOTE(V-Zero @ Mar 10 2015, 12:22 AM)
Not too sure about PM but don't be afraid to ask for 1:1 MYR:SGD pay.  laugh.gif
My SGD pay > MYR pay $ to $.

Just ask, no harm.
The headhunter got stunned for few secs upon knowing my expected.  flex.gif
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one of the headhunter is doubting my ability when im asking too much tongue.gif

i just save my energy to proof and stay at current company waiting for pay rise in a few months whistling.gif

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post Mar 27 2015, 10:47 PM

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wan high pay high position, the queue are longer than the line that ppl are paying respect now... true and sad fact....
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post Apr 3 2015, 02:37 PM

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QUOTE(beancountz @ Apr 3 2015, 02:35 PM)
for $5k gross, after deducting CPF only get $4k take home pay.

one master room rental $1.5k. Left with $2.5k to spend on basic necessities and savings. FYI, I am not a fan of branded goods. I don't buy any of those. Every meal eat hawker, chap fan, everyday take mrt, no cab.
So, good life?

Dont compare with RM5k la. RM is no where near that. I'm just asking, $5k, can live a good life?
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smile.gif agree, can make some saving, but good life? work harder tongue.gif
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post Apr 3 2015, 09:52 PM

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QUOTE(libragurlshirl @ Apr 3 2015, 05:45 PM)
Who are you kidding? My sisters are my everything, and they are meant to be spoilt smile.gif tats my opinion, you may disagree.
Yeah, commercial is very boring. If I manage to go back to audit, guess I wont come back to commercial. At least, audit is full of surprises biggrin.gif
How bout you? What are you doing for a living right now?
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if you continue to spoil her, she couldn't stand on her own and what if you are not around her smile.gif
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post Apr 9 2015, 02:32 PM

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QUOTE(kopi ais @ Apr 9 2015, 02:31 PM)
at least give someting for me to do LOL. maybe low pay so didnt expect anything from me.
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he mean, enjoy your honeymoon while you can xD
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post Apr 17 2015, 09:35 PM

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QUOTE(breakingpoint @ Apr 16 2015, 09:19 PM)
Am using the self assessment tool via MOM website to check if i'm eligible to apply for Spass or not,however it seems like Kaplan is recognized by MOM.If the employer is willing to hire but the institution isn't in the list,does it mean most likely my application would get rejected? sad.gif
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post Apr 28 2015, 04:43 PM

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QUOTE(Issacliew789 @ Apr 28 2015, 04:40 PM)
i saw the sg bank usually will charge $2 if your average amount in your account less than $1000 or $500 may i know what is that and is every bank do so in sg???
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If you aware, Malaysia bank do the same too
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post Apr 28 2015, 06:54 PM

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QUOTE(Issacliew789 @ Apr 28 2015, 04:49 PM)
so it charges monthly???
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yes, if your amount is below the expected, they will deduct you on a monthly basis
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post Apr 29 2015, 11:38 AM

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QUOTE(JasmineKeer @ Apr 28 2015, 11:49 PM)
Since I am single, I have plenty of time to build up my career. Therefore, time is not an issue.

What worries me is the cost... Which method is more cost effective...

How much does it cost by travelling from JB to Singapore or vice versa nowadays? Please kindly advise because I'm just graduated and no clue at all...
Thanks in advance!  biggrin.gif
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If you looking for long term gain, personally I will prefer to stay nearby office, shorter travelling time, cheaper travelling cost, you save time and medical cost, short saying, you live healthier from the stress of travelling long distance.
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post Apr 30 2015, 12:06 AM

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QUOTE(IwanAGP @ Apr 29 2015, 11:07 PM)
Nah just giving example.

I know people without OT also fetching over 3k.

Just saying that I do know those supervisor that has OT allowance that also hit 3k.
Sorry boss I newbie still a lot to learn tongue.gif
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3k? I know they can hit 4k or even more include commission smile.gif
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post May 8 2015, 05:59 PM

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QUOTE(chow_shasha @ May 8 2015, 04:04 PM)
Hi fellows. Anyone comutes daily from JB to SG for work? Any advice on time, mode, cost, duration, convenience and stress levels?

Have an offer on the table but family to big to move to SG which means i need a SGD3k+ per month unit to rent. Kind education also a problem for my eldest who is in the midst of secondary school so he might not be able to cope mid way thru.

My best thought up to now is to commute daily for the 1st year, while cashing out from everything i own in KL. Apply for PR. And 2nd year try to buy a decent place in SG then move the whole family.

Any thoughts?
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with the condition of both married and having PR, and only after 3 years, then you may buy a re-sale HDB, otherwise I think you are aiming for condo.
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post May 22 2015, 07:52 PM

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QUOTE(KilJim @ May 22 2015, 06:23 PM)
What are you senior guys' thoughts regarding CPF as a PR?
I'm still not sure if that's good or bad, mainly depending on whether O plan to become a citizen eventually IMO
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Maybe better than EPF tongue.gif
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post May 30 2015, 12:12 AM

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QUOTE(Jet23sky @ May 29 2015, 09:38 PM)
Need a letter that is in English format. Something like license something something... kinda forgot already. @_@
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I think its call driving license extract, i just converted too but 1 month + ady still havent get my license :/

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