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 Moving to Singapore after 30, Too late or never too late

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Cadence16
post Mar 1 2022, 11:04 PM

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As a Malaysian who has lived and worked In Singapore for many years I would say its not hard to integrate if you blend in. Singaporeans respect performance and ability. But it is a very materialistic society, not racist but people do respect money. Some look down on Malaysians and foreigners whom they think go there because they are financially desperate, or may resent those taking their jobs. But most will respect those who do well.
I would say though that 3.5K salary for a 30 year old isn't high considering the high cost of living. So you need to think whether it is worth it. For me it would be too low. You will have to lead a really simple life.
Cadence16
post Mar 2 2022, 11:26 PM

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You are young enough to give this a try but not for too long. Why not try it out for 2 years? Singapore is a land of opportunity. It is just that the lifestyle and cost of living are quite different. I moved there in my teens, adapted easily. My friends and relatives who went there to work as adults, especially after 25, didn't find it as easy to adapt. I would try to get an offer with higher pay or nego for that if I were you. Will you be on Employment Pass or S pass?
Cadence16
post Mar 3 2022, 11:20 PM

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QUOTE(weehournow @ Mar 3 2022, 09:46 AM)
I asked my headhunter to nego for a higher pay. I will see if it is possible. However I do think I will most likely be under S pass as the salary threshold for EP is too high for the current job offer.
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All the best whatever you decide. I am.sure you have heard the work culture there is quite different. Not much of work life balance. So long as you are mentally prepared.
Cadence16
post Mar 4 2022, 02:04 PM

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Give it a go since you have this opportunity. Worst scenario, if you don't like it just come back
Cadence16
post Mar 5 2022, 02:22 PM

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QUOTE(mushigen @ Mar 5 2022, 01:56 PM)
The last I checked, you cannot have any property overseas if you intend to buy hdb flat.
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You are right. Anyway you can only buy hdb if you are a citizen or PR. PRs can't buy brand new, can only buy Resale unless married to a citizen and buying together.
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post Mar 6 2022, 11:33 AM

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Good for retirees

 

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