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Guide to Singapore

Singapore aka The Lion City This was my first travel outside India. Moved here in February, 2016 for a long term assignment. Government Singapore always ranks high in HDI (Human Development Index), GDP Per Capita, Income Per Capita, etc among developed nations. Very low unemployment rates and crime rates. It is safe to roam around in Singapore at any time, unlike some developed countries. Government is very swift and organized in its initiatives. Almost everything is digitized. When you are entering Singapore, don't bring multiple copies of documents. Just one set of copies will do. No one asks to submit actual physical copy to them (except during work permit registration where they require a copy of IPA letter). Employment Pass (EP)  In recent times, it has become increasingly difficult to get work permit in Singapore. Your employer will have to initially post the job opening in Govt jobs website ( https://www.jobsbank.gov.sg ) for minimum 14 days. If the employer doesn'