Your Guide to Singapore Work Permits, S Pass, and Employment Pass (Updated 2025)

To live and work in Singapore, expats and foreign professionals must hold a valid work pass issued by the government. Among the main options are the Work Permit, S Pass, and Employment Pass, each designed for different occupations, salary levels, and eligibility criteria. In this Pacific Prime CXA article, we’ll explain the latest criteria for …

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Frequently Asked Questions About Top-up Insurance for Expats in Singapore

Top-up insurance serves as an additional layer of protection beyond basic MediShield Life or employer-sponsored plans. It helps pay for expenses that standard policies may not cover, such as private hospital stays or specialist consultations. These extra benefits can bridge any coverage gaps, ensuring that you and your family are adequately insured. Are you looking …

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Medical Examinations for Your Singapore Visa Application: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you’re moving to Singapore for work, completing your medical examinations for Singapore visa application is a crucial step. It’s designed to protect public health and ensure you’re fit for your job, and it must be completed within a set timeframe once you arrive. In this Pacific Prime CXA guide, we break down the medical …

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Newborn Insurance: What You Should Buy for Your Baby and Why

Health insurance, whole life insurance, critical illness insurance, and personal accident insurance are the four main insurance categories you should consider buying for your baby. These days, many expectant parents plan to get insurance for their newborn. Conversely, the mention of newborn insurance can leave some wondering why babies even need insurance. There are a …

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Key Factors in Selecting Singapore Family Health Insurance

The key considerations when selecting family health insurance in Singapore include family size and composition, specific health needs of family members, coverage scope, policy flexibility, provider network, premium cost, geographical scope of coverage, insurer reputation, and your residency status. Thinking about moving to Singapore, but not sure what family health insurance plan you will need? …

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The Ins & Outs of Emergency Hospitalization Insurance in Singapore

Emergency hospitalization is essential coverage for foreigners living in Singapore, where the healthcare system is world-class but also expensive. For expats, comprehensive insurance is crucial to manage these costs and ensure access to necessary medical services without financial strain. Do you know how emergency hospitalization insurance covers you, as an expat, in Singapore? How much …

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Choosing the Right Top-Up Insurance Plan in Singapore: A Guide for Expats

To choose the right top-up insurance in Singapore, expats should firstly assess their existing health coverage and identify their coverage gaps, then select a plan that supplements their existing policy effectively.  In this Pacific Prime CXA article, we will explain what top-up insurance is, what it includes, and how it works. We will also guide …

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