Singapore is a sovereign city-state and island country in Southeast Asia. It is bordered by Malaysia to the north, and its southern coastline faces the Singapore Strait. Singapore is a global financial hub with a thriving economy, a rich cultural heritage, and a reputation for being a city of innovation.
Singapore is a multi-religious society with no official state religion. Major religions include Buddhism, Christianity, Islam, Taoism, and Hinduism.
Singapore has extensive tax requirements that can be checked at the Official Singapore Tax Portal.
There are tax brackets and percentages that may vary based on residency status and other factors.
A typical workweek in Singapore is 44 hours, generally divided over five or six days, with a maximum of 9 hours per day. Work hours may vary based on industry and job type.
New Year’s Day – Jan 1
Chinese New Year – Varies (Jan/Feb)
Good Friday – Varies
Labour Day – May 1
Hari Raya Puasa – Varies
National Day – Aug 9
Deepavali – Varies
Christmas Day – Dec 25
For detailed employee benefits, you can refer to this comprehensive guide.
Singapore has a mandatory savings scheme known as the Central Provident Fund (CPF). Both employees and employers contribute a percentage of the employee’s salary to the CPF, which is used for retirement, healthcare, and housing. The employer's contribution rate ranges from 7.5% to 17%, depending on the employee’s age.
For more information on CPF, see the CPF Overview
To live and work in Singapore, you will need a valid work visa. There are several types of employment passes, including the Employment Pass (for foreign professionals), S Pass (for mid-skilled workers), and EntrePass (for entrepreneurs).
For more details on visa options, please visit ICA.GOV.
If you are looking to relocate to Singapore, please speak to one of our recruitment experts as they can have an in-depth conversation with you regarding relocation and can assist you the best way they can.
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