Your Guide to Singapore Work Permits, S Pass, and Employment Pass (Updated 2024)

Thinking of starting a new chapter in Singapore? You’ll need official documents from the Singaporean government to stay and work. Depending on your occupation, salary, and more, you may be required to get a Work Permit, S Pass, or an Employment Pass. In this Pacific Prime CXA article, we’ll go over the latest criteria for …

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Dermatological Care and Your Private Health Insurance in Singapore

Singapore’s sunny climate, perpetual heat, and humidity can aggravate skin conditions. If you suffer from skin woes like acne, hives, rashes, or eczema, you’re not alone. With the right dermatological care, you can better manage and take care of your skin.  Dermatological care in Singapore, however, can cost a fair bit, especially if you need …

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Health Insurance for Expats in Singapore: A Guide to Costs Involved and Choosing a Plan

In many countries, expats who are legally working and contributing to taxes receive the same level of healthcare subsidies as local residents. However, this isn’t the case in Singapore, and coupled with the city-state’s exorbitant cost of healthcare, securing a health insurance plan is essential. Going for the cheapest plan might not be the smartest …

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Singapore Citizenship vs. Permanent Residence: What’s the difference and how do you apply? (Updated 2023)

Are you attracted to the vibrant cosmopolitan of Singapore? Perhaps you are drawn in by Singapore’s high quality of living and its well-deserved status as one of the best cities in Asia. It’s high time you consider staying. You have two options available: permanent residence and Singapore citizenship. What’s the difference and how do you …

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Understanding Hospital Room Rates in Singapore

For patients seeking healthcare in Singapore, understanding hospital room rates is crucial. While Singapore’s healthcare system is world-class, it can also be expensive, especially for those unfamiliar with the system who may end up overpaying for services. Therefore, it is essential to understand the variables affecting hospital room rates, the pricing system employed by hospitals, …

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What Expats in Singapore Need to Know about Freelancing and Self-employment

In 2021, a staggering 13.6% of resident workers in Singapore were self-employed. This shows that it is definitely possible to begin freelancing if you have in-demand skills. It’s a bit trickier for expats, however, because you need to secure employment if you want to stay in Singapore long-term. This Pacific Prime Singapore article offers useful …

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Outpatient Health Insurance in Singapore – Explained

In Singapore, outpatient insurance typically refers to health insurance covering medical expenses incurred outside of a hospital or clinic admission. This type of insurance typically covers expenses related to consultations with doctors or specialists, diagnostic tests, prescription medications, and other outpatient services such as physiotherapy or traditional Chinese medicine. In Lion City, healthcare remains one …

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