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 Working in Singapore V19, All About Living in The Little Red Dot

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KilJim
post Jun 21 2016, 11:03 PM

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Anyone knows how i can setup 12 month GIRO to pay the IRAS income tax via internet banking?
Do i just setup monthly recurring transfers myself, at the tax total divided by 12?

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post Jun 21 2016, 11:14 PM

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QUOTE(totti 10 @ Jun 21 2016, 11:05 PM)
Man I just got the letter today as well. A bit shocked how moving to another bracket changes the amount drastically. From the letter you received from IRAS, there's a column where you can tick "monthly". Send the form back to them and you're good

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Ah I was trying to do the online banking setup instead of using the form

Moving to another bracket is always a good thing bro thumbsup.gif
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post Jun 22 2016, 12:08 PM

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QUOTE(drummar @ Jun 22 2016, 09:54 AM)
Wow dude really? Doesn't it annoy them? well if we think other way round it sounds you really want the job laugh.gif . Well what i meant is actually i sent my resumes to many company once, this month probably i have sent around 40 plus resumes equals 40 company few Singapore base.

Well if i got the job i can consider abt place to stay. Where did u actually applied? Is it recruitment firm. Any info you can payung me? tongue.gif
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What do you mean annoy them?
He meant send 200 applications to 200 different positions
Not apply for the same position 200 times doh.gif
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post Jun 22 2016, 05:21 PM

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QUOTE(Ultimaweapon @ Jun 22 2016, 05:12 PM)
I see, it's about $50 from SG to 1U if bought in Singapore and RM117 (about S$39) if bought from Malaysia.
Buying from Malaysia is not really an option unless you're willing to go to JB and get it.
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Just buy online from http://aeroline.com.my/ to get the RM price
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post Jun 23 2016, 11:56 AM

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Check out https://transferwise.com/
I'm guessing remittance works the same way as this, but transferwise's rates are even better

1st transfer requires ID verification first though
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post Jun 23 2016, 12:55 PM

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QUOTE(rookie93 @ Jun 23 2016, 12:52 PM)
Can this card also be used for the bus?
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Yes

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post Jun 24 2016, 05:23 PM

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QUOTE(themarksman @ Jun 24 2016, 05:19 PM)
hey guys, i read a few posts back that its possible to open a bank account at DBS using the IPA letter. however at their website it clearly states that it requires proof of address, which is not available in my IPA. would i still be able to open an account? i plan to finalise my accommodation next month, but to be safe wanted to kaotim the bank stuff first
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Proof of address is your rental contract
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post Jun 25 2016, 10:41 AM

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QUOTE(themarksman @ Jun 24 2016, 08:07 PM)
i see, that means it would be impossible to open a bank account if i've not found a place to stay yet, correct?
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Yup, but why in the world would you need a bank account before getting a place to stay?

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post Jun 28 2016, 02:00 PM

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QUOTE(rookie93 @ Jun 28 2016, 10:36 AM)
And oh yea, what telco should I subscribe to...? Postpaid seems to be the more cost effective choice. I'm thinking of going for Starhub postpaid. Anyone using Starhub? If other carriers mind sharing opinion?
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Starhub is good
If you dont need a new phone take the non-contract option and its very cheap
After tax and caller ID add on im paying ~$28 per month for the 3GB plan
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post Jun 29 2016, 11:30 AM

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Yeah i think this needs to be posted in the first post guide for newcomers
Just get a POSB account as your first account to avoid all the hassle
Maintain 1k average monthly balance and then you're free to open anything else, but at least you have 1 bank account to start off
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post Jun 30 2016, 10:01 AM

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How many times a week do you guys withdraw cash to worry so much about the ATM queue?
Over here almost every lunch and dinner is a queue, the once a week ATM queue is the least of my concerns
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post Jun 30 2016, 09:42 PM

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QUOTE(Ultimaweapon @ Jun 30 2016, 07:30 PM)
Hi does anyone have any tips or advice on renting places?
I'm planning to move in August and view at the end of July,
but I'm tired of being ignored by the agents when I messaged them
my details these few days.
Is it too early? When is the proper time to start asking?
Does anyone know any friendlier agents?
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If you're serious PM me and i'll refer my agent to you
He can arrange a few places for you to look at on the day that you come over based on the criteria that you have

His fee is the usual half month rent (plus gst)
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post Jul 5 2016, 10:49 AM

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QUOTE(Frank3 @ Jul 5 2016, 10:42 AM)
Guys, checked my PR application today and it finally show approved!  rclxm9.gif

Application date is 30NOV2015, my wife under my application and apply PR with me.

Just want to ask when i will receive the letter from ICA?

Will my wife get PR with me since the system just shown "Approved" means that all applicant success?

Thanks guys!
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Congrats!

Wakao take ~8 months after approval huh
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post Jul 7 2016, 06:09 PM

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QUOTE(Irzani @ Jul 7 2016, 05:46 PM)
Is it enough for SGD 4K gross to lives in Singapore? Moreover, I'm thinking of doing part time PhD (no scholarship) in NUS/NTU. I've only 3 years worth of experiences as cyber security law enforcer + 1 year as IT Enterprise Architect in GLC. Is the salary enough for a single man + part time student? I prefer not to share room and toilet ...  hmm.gif

TQ for your advice  thumbsup.gif
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Quite sufficient, as long as you dont need to live a flashy lifestyle
Can have a good amount of savings too if you're thrifty
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post Jul 10 2016, 12:32 AM

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Standard increment is about 4% here at my company this year
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post Jul 13 2016, 02:46 PM

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QUOTE(specopsmarines @ Jul 13 2016, 02:34 PM)
He said company will pay the levy. Doesnt affect the salary he offered me.

My concern is, is not getting E pass or S pass something I need to be worried about.
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Yeah, you will be looked down upon in society cry.gif
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post Jul 13 2016, 05:04 PM

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QUOTE(specopsmarines @ Jul 13 2016, 03:30 PM)
Really? How do people know? Ppl ask about this?
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A lot of things need your IC which is your WP card
Once you take it out.... bye.gif



Jk la, you come here to work or kao lui
Lui also see your pay not see your pass status tongue.gif
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post Jul 14 2016, 01:53 PM

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QUOTE(playstan211 @ Jul 14 2016, 01:36 PM)
My employer in Singapore gave me a stack of forms which I have to sign. one of it is credit check on me.
Can i know if I don't sign the credit form, what will happen?
Can they access my credit report through ccris since they are not a member, unless going through their subsidiary in malaysia.
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The more interesting thing is why are you worried about them doing a credit check brows.gif
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post Jul 14 2016, 02:17 PM

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QUOTE(Ultimaweapon @ Jul 14 2016, 02:11 PM)
Although for me I don't mind, they can go ahead and look but why would any
company wants to do a credit check on you? Just curious.  hmm.gif
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Same reason why they ask have you ever been convicted of XXX, etc etc
I guess being an ex convict is in the same category as being an ex bankrupt or highly delinquent person
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post Jul 14 2016, 02:29 PM

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QUOTE(xyrotix @ Jul 14 2016, 02:25 PM)
Which mean you need the notification letter .
Although its ok to work before . But it is illegal and might cause you problem if something happened .
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As deodorant mentioned above, this is not true
IPA allows you to work already, it is not illegal

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