Relocation to Singapore
A guide to relocating to Singapore: work permits, low taxation, housing, international education and community. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
A guide to relocating to Singapore: work permits, low taxation, housing, international education and community. Ocean supports you from the initial idea through settling in.
- CapitalSingapore
- Population~6.0 million
- LanguageEnglish · Mandarin · Malay · Tamil
- CurrencySingapore dollar (SGD)
- Time zoneSGT · approximately five hours ahead of Israel
- Flight from IsraelApproximately 11 hours by air
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Singapore offers employment visas based on skills and salary: Employment Pass (EP), S Pass, EntrePass for entrepreneurs and ONE Pass for senior professionals, alongside a Permanent Residence (PR) route.
Taxation
Low, attractive taxation, with moderate tax bands, no capital gains tax and a largely territorial system.
Economy and cost of living
High living costs, especially housing and cars, but low taxation and high salaries offset a substantial share of the costs.
Housing
An expensive, modern rental market, mainly condominium apartments.
Education
Some of Asia's leading international schools, expensive and in high demand, alongside a strong public system.
Healthcare
World-class public and private healthcare.
Community and culture
A historic, active Jewish community with a synagogue and Chabad centre, and a growing Israeli community linked to technology hubs.
Employment and business
Asia's regional business hub for finance, technology, biotechnology and shipping, with many multinational regional headquarters.
Ocean's winning tip
Match the visa type (EP, S Pass or ONE Pass) to salary and role before signing the contract: it directly affects eligibility. Your Ocean Journey Manager ensures you choose the right route.
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