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Moving to Singapore

By Betsy Burlingame

Last updated on Oct 21, 2023

Summary: Many expats and digital nomads move to Singapore due to its excellent quality of life, low taxes, and strong economy. The most popular cities for expats and digital nomads in Singapore are Singapore City, Sentosa, and Orchard Road. People looking for a place to live in Singapore can search online for rental listings, contact a real estate agent, or look for housing through expat networks.

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What do I need to know before moving to Singapore?

When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Singapore, they said:

"Choose a place that's reasonably close to both your work and your kids' school. Depending on whether you drive a car or take the MRT, adjust accordingly. Either way, the objective is to keep travel time to a minimum, especially for the kids. Second, try to find a place that's not too noisy or too hot. Facing away from both the sun and traffic is ideal. Find a reliable agent, preferably through a reference, because a good agent can save you lots of time and plenty of frustration," commented one expat who made the move to Singapore.

"Singapore is a vibrant and diverse city with a unique culture and lifestyle. Expats should be aware that English is the main language spoken in Singapore, but there are also four official languages: Malay, Mandarin, Tamil, and English. Expats should also be aware that Singapore is a very safe city with low crime rates, but it is important to be aware of the laws and regulations in place. Additionally, Singapore has a tropical climate with high humidity and temperatures, so expats should be prepared for hot and humid weather. Finally, Singapore is an expensive city to live in, so expats should plan their budget accordingly," remarked one expat in Singapore.

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About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.

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