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What MediSave Is and How It Works
MediSave is a program in Singapore that enables individuals to allocate a portion of their earnings for covering their own or approved dependents’ medical expenses, including hospitalization, day surgeries, specific outpatient costs, and future healthcare needs during their senior years. Can Expats Use MediSave in Singapore? Expats in Singapore cannot use MediSave, because MediSave is …
What Integrated Shield Plans are and How They Work
Singapore’s healthcare system is the envy of many other countries. Here, the majority of residents have enrolled in Integrated Shield Plans, which are private health plans designed to work with and supplement the government-mandated plan, so that they can enjoy even better healthcare services. Particularly if you are an expat thinking about becoming a Singapore …
Guide to Medical Insurance in Singapore for Foreigners
Singapore has one of the best healthcare systems in the world. That said, not everyone is eligible for free or low-cost treatments at Lion City’s cutting-edge facilities, which makes it absolutely essential for expats and digital nomads to secure medical insurance in Singapore for foreigners. Singapore’s healthcare system consists of a public sector that provides …
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MediShield Life: Singapore’s Universal Healthcare Program
MediShield Life is a national health insurance scheme in Singapore that offers affordable and accessible health coverage for Singaporean citizens and permanent residents. Administered by the Central Provident Fund (CPF), it helps cover costly medical bills and selected outpatient treatments. MediShield Life replaced Singapore’s MediShield in November 2015 and provides better protection, higher payouts, and …
The Pros and Cons of the Singapore Healthcare System
Characterized by technology-driven facilities and first-rate practitioners, Singapore’s healthcare system is often hailed as one of the world’s best. But, like any system, it’s not perfect. Expats don’t get subsidies like locals or PRs do, and can face sky-high medical bills when accessing care. If you’re currently living in or planning to move to the …
An expat’s guide to living in Singapore: Best areas to live (Updated 2023)
If you’re wondering where to live in Singapore as an expat, you’re going to want to know what your options are. Singapore may be a small country, but don’t let its size fool you. Whether you’ve visited before or are thinking about moving to another area, you’ll know that there are many neighborhoods to choose …
Your guide to Singapore Work Permits, S Pass, and Employment Pass (Updated 2023)
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 Singapore article, we’ll go over the latest criteria for …
Here’s how your work experience impacts your kids
Parents’ work and children’s well-being are interlinked with each other. The experiences you have at work can shape your children’s beliefs, values, and behaviors, both in the short term and over the long term. As such, it is important for parents to be mindful of how their work life affects their children and to take …
Everything you need to know about this year’s Chinese Zodiac Sign – Rabbit
If you live in Singapore, Hong Kong, or China, you must have seen images of Rabbits on various merchandise in different stores. And that is because this Lunar New Year, commonly known as Chinese New Year, begins on 22nd Jan 2023 and brings in the Year of the Rabbit. The holiday represents new beginnings and …
How to play with your child
Did you know that playtime is just as crucial for a child’s learning and development as time spent in the classroom? Parents should take an active role in their children’s playtime, encouraging them to be as creative as possible and building strong, nurturing relationships in the process. While this sounds like a straightforward process, there …
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