ruddy24
Mauritian expat in Singapore
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About me
Mauritian
Lives in Kembangan
Speaks Anglais, Français
Registration: 19 October 2010
Italian restaurants in Singapore
Fine cuisine - Garibaldi @ purvis street Tuscan steakhouse - bistecca @ Mohamed sultan Read More
Multiple filing of S pass or EP before starting to work in Singapore. by malaysiaNewBie
Hi, I am presently In India.I got a job offer in Singapore and my employer prepared the documentation to file a S pass for me.I think they will start the processing in a day or two. But, I got another job offer now from another employer, say E2 ...
it should be possible to have two concurrent applications. An in-principle approval letter does not mean you are already employed, hence there is no need to cancel that (you'll just let it lapse - usually they give 3 months to show up after ... Read More
SOS really need help! by kidrock
HI, i need to ask for advices, Pls help me? This is my case..I have credit cards debt in singapore approximately 20k with 3 different banks (loan and credit cards) singapore dollars, I left singapore 1 year ago in 2011 since then i stop paying my ...
20K across three banks is not a huge amount and most big banks wouldn't even take matter to courts for such amount, so I doubt they have obtained judgments against you, hence don't think you'd be arrested the moment you enter. Credit rating ... Read More
Employment Pass Rejected by Punchkin
Hi all just wondering if anyone has had experiences whereby their EP has been rejected? I recently moved jobs, different job descriptions, and my application was declined. My new company is in process of an appeal but this could take weeks - anyone ...
http://www.mom.gov.sg/foreign-manpower/passes-visas/training-employment/before-you-apply/Pages/default.aspx link to the MOM's TEP info page. We had an intern in my company on this pass a couple of years ago, was for roughly 3-4 months. Read More
Employment Pass Rejected by Punchkin
Hi all just wondering if anyone has had experiences whereby their EP has been rejected? I recently moved jobs, different job descriptions, and my application was declined. My new company is in process of an appeal but this could take weeks - anyone ...
It does seem odd that they would apply for a TEP after you've been working on EP for 2 years. As its name suggest, TEP is reserved for employees undergoing training (interns e.g). Are they planning to move you to a different job scope, hence the ... Read More
Scammers
don't get your expectations high for low-priced apartments below $500. In 90% of the cases, those would not be individual rooms but rented on a shared basis. Definitely come here first to have a look before agreeing to anything, I've heard of ... Read More
Visa: this strange animal... by cer
Hi! I'm gonna start an internship the 25th of June or the 2nd of July( it depends on how much time it's gonna take to prepare all the papers for my Training Employment Pass). In the meanwhile I have to book the flight and find a place to stay. So ...
"The TAP will cover me from the first day i'll start to work till the last one(right?)" Yes that's right. The moment your pass is issued, your tourist visa is cancelled and your entry/re-entry permit is tied to your TAP. You don't need to purchase ... Read More
Employment Pass Rejection by louisa15
I have been in SG for 6 years in a row now (healthcare and an Sg licensed professional) and has been on employment pass ever since and as of the moment, my salary complies with the Q1 category which is above 3,000sgd. Never changed companies at ...
sorry to hear. the rules have been tightened for Q1 passes. It's not just salary that is taken into account but age as well. $3,000 monthly just would do it for a fresh graduate, but for older employees, salary is expected to be higher, almost at ... Read More
Any recommendations for useful Mobile Apps in Singapore?
travel around & going places - SingaporeMaps taxi - ComfortDelgro taxi booking App Food - hungrygowhere app Read More
Employment Pass Rejected by Punchkin
Hi all just wondering if anyone has had experiences whereby their EP has been rejected? I recently moved jobs, different job descriptions, and my application was declined. My new company is in process of an appeal but this could take weeks - anyone ...
it's anyone's luck at the moment for EP applications. If you want to maximize your chances at a succesful appeal, don't hesitate to involve your HR, and get MoM to reveal reason for rejection (this can be tricky as they are usually reluctant to ... Read More
Employment Pass Rejected by Punchkin
Hi all just wondering if anyone has had experiences whereby their EP has been rejected? I recently moved jobs, different job descriptions, and my application was declined. My new company is in process of an appeal but this could take weeks - anyone ...
"is his a reason and also my company is not employing any singaporean" - unlikely to be the reason as there are no foreigner quotas for employment passes of Q1 category and above. For S-Passes, there is a quota and if there are no Singaporeans ... Read More
Visa from Nigeria
process to apply is described here. http://www.ica.gov.sg/services_centre_overview.aspx?pageid=256&secid=182 Read More
Effective Pass Appeal by babydollsakura
My employer and I have been having problems with MOM. I used to be an S-Pass holder in Singapore and after I resigned from my previous job, I looked for a new career that suits my degree and knowledge. I was aware of the changes in the salary and ...
first, you have to make sure the problem does not lie with the company itself (i.e company not compliant, foreigner quotas exceeded etc). In those cases, any appeal is useless. if your company is confident the problem lies in your application, bulk ... Read More
Regarding SG EP
Bear in mind that this new application will be considered on its own merits, therefore even if you have been approved under another company, there is no guarantee that your new application will yield the same result. Read More
Hotel suggestions by Fred
Hi dudes and dudette. I'm Fred and I'm an expat but in sunny Indonesia, not Singapore. However, mummy and niece intend to pop over to see us but fancy the good old Chinese state rather than Indonesian that they think is in a state. That in mind, we ...
Sad to say, serviced apartments are also over the top most of the time with full hotel facilities and usually minimum stay is a week or so. looks like you'll need at least a 3-bedder, i'd say roughly sgd 3500-4000/week minimum. the other solution ... Read More
Hotel suggestions by Fred
Hi dudes and dudette. I'm Fred and I'm an expat but in sunny Indonesia, not Singapore. However, mummy and niece intend to pop over to see us but fancy the good old Chinese state rather than Indonesian that they think is in a state. That in mind, we ...
probably should have been clearer, the prices are in SGD, around 15% off the USD Dollar. Read More
Hotel suggestions by Fred
Hi dudes and dudette. I'm Fred and I'm an expat but in sunny Indonesia, not Singapore. However, mummy and niece intend to pop over to see us but fancy the good old Chinese state rather than Indonesian that they think is in a state. That in mind, we ...
hi, accommodation can be really steep. middle of the road with pool and continental breakfast, we are probably talking ard 200+ dollars per night. check out tripadvisor you can get pretty good deals. the holiday inns aren't bad. lots of options in ... Read More
I require a two bedroom flat or HDB by kapilshukla
Hi, I am moving to SIngapore in April and require 2 bderoom and we need cooking as well, because I am a pure vegeterian, please let me know if I can find something near Changi Business Park like Tamines, Bedok etc. My budget is - SGD 1500 - SGD ...
cheaper places are in the west and the north but I don't think that is going to be convenient because of the commute time of 30 mins you want. Around the east I'd say the cheaper places would be Pasir Ris/Loyang (D18). Prices are relatively higher ... Read More
I require a two bedroom flat or HDB by kapilshukla
Hi, I am moving to SIngapore in April and require 2 bderoom and we need cooking as well, because I am a pure vegeterian, please let me know if I can find something near Changi Business Park like Tamines, Bedok etc. My budget is - SGD 1500 - SGD ...
look into the guide under accomodation where you will find links to property sites. you can also go there and search by district. the district in which you are looking is D17/18 http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/ abt your budget, it is on the low ... Read More
Vegeterian Food
there isn't any problem finding veg food in Singapore (unlike Hong Kong :p). You should have plenty of options anywhere you go, most food venues have vegetarian options - just ask. Might be trickier to find, if you are picky and want to go to ... Read More
Looking for a job in Singapore, speak french, german and english by Swissguy78
Hello together, After 14 years as adviser and regional sale manager in Switzerland (finance and insurance) I need a new challenge in my personal and professionnal life. After travelling five times with my wife through Asia (Thailand, Malaysia, ...
if you are thinking about singapore, the best way is to make the trip here and search for a job. your CV will just be thrown in a pile if you are not available for face to face interviews. Financial services industry is saturated at the moment, ... Read More
Employment Pass Rejected by Punchkin
Hi all just wondering if anyone has had experiences whereby their EP has been rejected? I recently moved jobs, different job descriptions, and my application was declined. My new company is in process of an appeal but this could take weeks - anyone ...
Hi punchkin, Glad to hear it finally worked out for you, sorry for the downgrade... In the next two years, I would advise you to improve on your qualifications, beef it up with a few courses / further diploma in your area of specialization. MoM ... Read More
Organize your move to Singapore by Julie
Hi all, we invite you to share your experience about moving to Singapore. Here is a list of questions which might help the ones preparing their move to Singapore: What would you bring and what would you leave behind? Is it a good idea to ...
What would you bring and what would you leave behind? i came with a phone, some clothes and a laptop. that's it, :) anything else will just encumber you. Is it a good idea to bring furniture or domestic appliances? unless you are sentimentally ... Read More
Housing advising from locals needed!!
Hi, I don't think you could get much better for a central location like Chinatown. It's so close to the financial district that rooms tend to be pricey there. Looks like it's close to MRT as well, so in this regard, it is a reasonably priced ... Read More
Opening a bank account in Singapore by Julien
Hi all, is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Singapore ? Which documents are required to open a bank account in Singapore ? How long does it take to open it ? Is there any restriction for expats regarding the services ...
Hi, "is it difficult for expats to open a bank account in Singapore?" No, the process is straightforward and simple. There are no restrictions for residents (citizens / Permanent Residents / foreigners with employment passes). However residents on ... Read More
Is there any decent outlet mall in Singapore? by eune8988
Hi, guys- I used to like to shop at the outlet mall in the U.S. It's cheap, but has good quality, you know. But I cannot find any outlet mall in Singapore. :( Is there anyone who has idea of outlet mall??? Help me.
IMM @ Jurong East. Not technically an outlet mall but there are quite a few outlet stores there, mostly local/asian brands though like esprit, bossini, giordano etc... Read More
Public transportation in Singapore by Armand
Hi all, What do you think about the means of transportation in Singapore ? Is the network of means of transportation well developed? What modes of transport are available? Do you use them? How much is a fare? Are they relatively ...
Hi, The transitlink website is pretty useful. It contains a travel planner, fare estimate, estimated travel time, bus schedules etc for all means of public transportation (buses/rail). should probably be stickied in the ... Read More
Singapore Housing Questions
Hi, You can check rental rates at propertyguru.com.sg gives you detailed descriptions of property (facilities/proximity to transport services) and you can search by district as well. Prices can be extremely varied by locations / proximity to ... Read More
Employment Pass Rejected by Punchkin
Hi all just wondering if anyone has had experiences whereby their EP has been rejected? I recently moved jobs, different job descriptions, and my application was declined. My new company is in process of an appeal but this could take weeks - anyone ...
Hi there, I got mine rejected as well in February while renewing. My company appealed and thanks to my HR, who put a case/fight for me, I got it renewed and even upgraded to a higher category. The most important thing is that your HR has to be ... Read More