The Reality of Living in Singapore for 9 years

Meet Artur. He’s been living in Singapore for 9 years. He works for a creative agency and has a passion for stand-up comedy as a hobby. As we chatted, Arthur shared tips on how to make friends with locals and explained taboo topics in a local comedy. Enjoy!
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 INTRO
00:31 Will Singlish destroy your English?
01:14 The Best Things About Singapore
01:40 First Impressions 9 years ago
02:36 How to integrate into the Singaporean community
03:57 Cost of living in Singapore
06:16 Stand-up comedy in Singapore
09:17 Crazy stories about Stand-up shows
10:49 Salary of the Stand-up comedian
11:54 Why Artur didn't become a full time stand-up comedian
13:39 What you should know before moving to Singapore
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Hey! I'm Max. This channel is about life and business in Singapore, as well as other South East Asian countries. I interview inspirational people and ask them tricky questions. Enjoy! :)
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[@artur.comedy]

Hi Max, thank you very much for inviting me, it was a fun interview. Happy to see many comments, thanks everyone for taking time to watch and leave a few words. Appreciate your support and hope one day we will do a follow-up video with me celebrating my PR ;) Stay safe and take care.

[@MaxChernov]

Great to have you buddy! See you at your next show :)

[@PaulineMitchell]

Privet Author! Great interview ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥

[@artur.comedy]

@@PaulineMitchell thank you very much, I am glad you liked it.

[@StarrySunnie]

Awesome Interview, Mr. Arthur 🙏🏽🙇🏻‍♀️ Wait till the day could watch your live stand-up comedian 😊

[@artur.comedy]

@@StarrySunnie thank you for your support and hope to see you at some of the live stand-up shows.

[@azureliteyahoo]

Great Interview! Love Artur, will try to find more of his materials!!

[@Lafangalilo]

Thanks, Arthur & Max! Great conversations. I love worked and lived in SG for a little over 9years working in 3 different MNC firms but was too lazy to even apply for PR 😅 Now, I regretted that a lot haha. I missed SG much. My friend got a PR after over a year of working and living in Singapore, then after converted to becoming a Singaporean after more or less 7 years I guess. He’s lucky and partly because he’s half Chinese with last name and looks and speaks more Singaporean. I miss all of Singapore. I stayed in a nice condo for only SGD 2.8k with 3 br, 1 storage, and balcony. I got lucky. It’s just a small one close to the East Coast Road and so in love with the neighbourhood. My favourites of all the other 7places I used to loved, they’re all great but the East Coast is my fave of all. ❤

[@MaxChernov]

Where are you based now? :) PS. Is it mount Bromo on the profile pic?

[@lotuseletre8724]

Excellent tip from Artur about going to local comedic scene in order to quickly understand the local community/society.

[@MaxChernov]

I love it too!

[@WWK186]

Great that he values artistic integrity and being "true to myself". Need more people like him in the community.

[@MaxChernov]

Agree!

[@MrKevinliow88]

Wow, Arthur is really a witty person. His English is amazingly good.

[@sikaing8168]

My philippine mate took more than 10 years to be granted a PR and followed by full citizenship. It really test the comittment and contribution from the individual. Singapore is an island country. What we want last is over population.

[@vincentxiao601]

Wow. What a compliment. He struggles to find something that he dislike about Singapore.

[@pinkymoon5039]

9 years is a long time. He comes across as a productive law abiding long term resident. He definitely deserves PR in my opinion.

[@kuatiogui]

just by a 12 minute video? thank god u are not in charge of giving out PRs. what a dumb person.

[@watb8689]

PR is not given out easily these days. They have tighten them up alot.

[@fishl4125]

9 Years is a long time but my dad has been living here for 20+ god dam years and still no pr really shows how difficult it is to migrate to this country

[@Talemuse]

@@watb8689 Not really true. You just need to be from the right countries and professions. There are almost 2 million foreigners working in Singapore and 500K are PRs.

[@weekuah]

To see them given away easily to people from China makes me wonder if skin colour is one criteria.

[@AndorranStairway]

One of the biggest problems with foreigners trying to gain Singaporean PR or citizenship is that they barely ever try getting to know the local people. They come here, form their own little expat enclave communities, enjoy the infrastructure, while having no interest in the Singaporean people. In fact, 99% of travel vlogs I see regarding Singapore never talk about Singaporeans at all; it's always the same stuff about MBS, Gardens by the Bay, Changi Airport, and the food. Just a massive shame, and I've no doubt the Singapore Tourism Board has had a part to play in this. So good on Artur for at least making some effort to integrate into local culture. It's too bad that the government prioritises the wealthy and influential over all others. I know far too many wealthy people who have gotten citizenship despite showing little to no interest in mingling with the locals. And the fact that the government doesn't even want to implement mandatory English tests for PR and citizenship is a joke; so much for multiculturalism and racial harmony!

[@AndorranStairway]

@@osirusj275 business? I’m talking about citizenship. If you don’t want to talk to Singaporeans, don’t become a citizen.

[@AndorranStairway]

@@osirusj275 ok? Did you even read my comment?

[@soniatissot9035]

I agree with you... It's a shame. Unfortunately, it's often the same everywhere, people want a citizenship for their own well-being but not always with a desire to know the locals.

[@5tr1f3]

One of the factors they hardly gave, especially the Westerners are, most westerners PR or SC renounce their PR or citizenship and fly back to their country for retirement, what sg govt wants are foreigners who can settle down and built a family in SG. This way it will promote population productivity and economy as well

[@MaxChernov]

I think it’s also a matter how much the one contributes to the country’s economy and society. Someone can pay more taxes staying in the country for 10 years, than someone in his whole life.

[@lotuseletre8724]

This is a very challenging task as to settle down & raise family in SG permanently, there needs to be more robust choices for education & housing. Which is virtually impossible at the moment.

[@Sminsky]

No, Malaysians with PR don’t even live in Singapore. They commute daily to work here.

[@lotuseletre8724]

@@Sminsky That is a special case for Malaysian citizen w SG PR. They can live in JB or Forest City while working in SG.

[@lukeh3020]

Well PRs aren’t even allowed to retire in Singapore. If you haven’t earned money in the last 6 months before your PR renewal they will reject it. So yes of course foreigners will renounce their PR status when they retire.

[@jayakumariveeraraghavan1593]

It's really difficult to get PR and citizenship in Singapore these days. I came in 1994 and got my PR in 1996 but I did not get citizenship. I am 61 years now and don't have much money in my CPF so I don't think I will be granted citizenship. It's very sad. I would have to go back to India once I retire because living here would be very expensive if you are not a citizen.

[@StarrySunnie]

Honest and interesting interview. Love it❤ I can certainly relate to his story and living practically in Singapore. May he continue to earn his decent living here and be granted with PR. Thank you very much for this Refreshing interview, Mr. Chernov🙏🏽🙇🏻‍♀️🌹

[@ruthS0106]

My current work includes helping foreigners with the application of PR. There are a few criteria standards which ICA looks into when it comes to approving an application. One of it is nationality, in sequence - Malaysians, Chinese, Indians and then other countries.

[@SambaScramble]

Curious, How about Hongkongers and Indonesians?

[@ruthS0106]

@@SambaScramble They belong to the “other countries” category. But of course, there’s other criteria standards that could help people from different nationalities to receive PR approval.

[@nsevv]

Malaysian chinese to be specific.

[@MaxChernov]

Interesting! What are the other criteria?

[@ruthS0106]

@@MaxChernov Age, salary, educational qualifications, number of years working in Singapore. If any parents, siblings or spouse is a PR or Singapore Citizen, that will be helpful too.

[@MrStangdawg]

I've seen highly educated folks get rejected even after owning private condo and 10+ years in SG.. Having a connection by marriage and being of child bearing age is a factor. Then it comes down to Country, education, and special attributes that make you stand out. No family connection and average Joe is not going to easily get PR. In my case being married to Singaporean, attended NUS for MBA, and multiple patent holder I got it first shot. But, I know several people with similar profile but not married to local and did not get it.

[@superconnie5003]

A good barometer of how well he is assimilated is how many local friends he knows.

[@MaxChernov]

agree

[@LW1Tok]

The Singaporean comedy scene is amazing. I love it. Much more fun and open then the crap going on in America at the moment.

[@MaxChernov]

I like both :)

[@leewn2319]

I think ICA check and consider a lot of factors regarding granting of PR. Top of mine mind are following factors: Any criminal records, and political related issues, current & new future employment / trades / skills needs, what possible contributions towards Sg future, etc

[@ylein6508]

Plus the likelihood of settling down here rather than using Singapore as a transit place.

[@nsevv]

The most important factor is ethnicity to maintain chinese ethnic enclave in singapore. Meritocracy takesa back seat. After ethnicity then they look at other factors.

[@marcseah7022]

Most important is be the correct race, chinese 😂

[@wjj7488]

Be perseverant and you will get the PR .

[@redmuggle7346]

Never been to Singapore. This video actually helped me to know more abt Singapore. Keep up the good work!

[@MaxChernov]

Thanks! Where are you from?

[@kevinwebster7868]

I got my PR in less than three months but that was almost 19 years ago now. I also married a Singaporean.

[@kingsufi6164]

Never boring watchng your videos. Always interesting. I hope he get his pr. I have a friend who lived for more than 10 years, and still failed to get a pr. T_T cries.

[@user-fb7rf4kr5k]

I would give this person a PR. He's a comedian. Singapore needs comedians. Comedians create great value for Singapore. Why? Laughter boosts productivity.

[@MaxChernov]

Haha 100%

[@user-fb7rf4kr5k]

@@HawkishMerlion1965 I am selective. I repeat again: laughter boosts productivity.

[@lightspeeder]

Isn't that what parliament is for? Please don't arrest me I'm just joking

[@lpericteo]

Volunteer yourself with local community work, that sure will shorten the waiting time for your PR. 😂😅😊

[@howwow1885]

damn..that rent is bloody expensive..now i realize why many foreigner said malaysia is affordable luxury and singaporean said make money in singapore and retire in malaysia

[@MaxChernov]

You won’t believe how much I’m paying for my place now 😅

[@chantalmonique2353]

Of course they would say Malaysia is cheaper because they are not earning ringgit.

[@kornhead8]

It all depends on Govt planning, on certain year SG give PR like nobody biz but on other years, its tough to get one 🤔😊

[@gera.w]

Arthur, master singlish and they’ll give you PR 😂😂😂😂 I have a russian good friend who was in Singapore for 10 years and she’s totally mastered singlish , and with her russian accent , she made singlish sound even better. oh but one thing she realized after coming here was the obsession or focus on ghost stories - never much of a thing in russia apparently- and realising some superstitions are there for a reason 👻

[@asiaminddynamics]

It took me 20 years ++ to get my PR in Malaysia. So hold on, you are getting there. 🙂

[@MaxChernov]

Wow 20 years!

[@jamilatanbinselamathardajo2626]

S'PORE and M'SIA ....so many differences BUT many similarities too!

[@wendyshoowaiching4161]

You are lucky it took you 20 years. My uncle already a life time staying in perak, still not get it yet to a point he just give up. Now over 85 years

[@asiaminddynamics]

@@wendyshoowaiching4161 That's actually very sad.

[@Godzilla-hh8ip]

Singapore should encourage artists and give PRs which will add vibrancy of social life here. Singapore IMHO has limited art and cinema, flavor. This will make Singapore holistic as a culture. Also value creation is not just entrepreneurs. Engineers who work on latest tech make Singapore attractive for business to set their shops. Attracting and retaining top talent is needed

[@cheenangng4050]

i am a singaporean and without sounding too harsh, i think our government has been giving out PRs like they are discount coupons...we need to hold back and this is a start.

[@MaxChernov]

Who would you give a PR to if you were a decision maker?

[@cheenangng4050]

@@MaxChernov I would give to people who can bring value to the country and create jobs, so far many PRs are creating value but they are just consuming jobs and not creating.

[@MaxChernov]

@@cheenangng4050 so only entrepreneurs?

[@JP-ms6nz]

​@@cheenangng4050 please elaborate and explain on "creating values".

[@cheenangng4050]

@@MaxChernov no, in the 80s, 90s foreign investments set up many coys here and they always take up the mid and high management post, singaporeans take up the engineers position with the opportunity to move up to management , replacing the Foreign managers in due time. We talked about transfer of skills since 15, 20 years ago, but I have yet to see any transfers, just consumption….foreign investments have to benefit the locals, but I have yet to see that. We have been hiding behind “diversity “ for too long.

[@RayMak]

He is as Singaporean as any Singaporean already

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

There's a reason why Singapore is 70%+ Chinese. If you are Malaysian Chinese or Chinese Mainland, you can get PR within a few years

[@chantalmonique2353]

Dun think it's the case, my husband had a Malaysia Chinese Co workers that had been in Singapore for 9 years and still hasn't got his PR and reason why is very simple, his anti-foreigner CEO and COO didn't help his fight for his PR

[@ViolentCabbage-ym7ko]

@@chantalmonique2353 Look at the statistic of people getting PR, citizenship and work permit. Most of them are from Malaysia and China

[@CK-pr6rs]

TBH PR approval is very stringent now. They look at your job, nationality and overall how you can contribute to the country. You can stay here for 10 years but if u dont meet the criteria then forget about a PR. Even marrying a local wont immediately grant u a PR either.

[@nsevv]

Race is one of the strongest driving factor.

[@CK-pr6rs]

@@nsevv Yup and with the recent Russia -Ukraine war, Russians are going to have a an even harder time to get PR. I heard some Russians live in Singapore and can't find work for many years.

[@nsevv]

​​@@CK-pr6rs Russians fall under "others" a very tiny percentage. And russian will be scrutinized more than others in the others category.

[@jl6320]

Woa where is that tennis court next to MRT at?

[@demotics2005]

I know someone who got his PR last year. He said he just kept applying right after receiving the rejection letter. He did it like 5 times, he just kept applying and then eventually got approved

[@rjjrjehehew]

There should be a limit to how much you can apply

[@demotics2005]

@@rjjrjehehew that's what I had in mind too. But then, he's a PR now. Not sure if he's just exaggerating his story but maybe that's the case? I also don't know.

[@nsevv]

I would suggest trying other countries.

[@12567NoYouCannot]

I wonder what you guys mean by PR?? Just got here to Malaysia last night, from Ignorant America, and as an American, they keep us pretty ignorant there in the most Racist place in the World. So, there is much that I need to learn.

[@demotics2005]

@@12567NoYouCannot PR means Pull Request. After you push your commits, you create a pull request to merge your branch to the main branch. Hehe just kidding. PR = Permanent Residency, in the US it is equivalent to green card

[@zhangmw4931]

Is attaining a PR so important for foreigner where your skills and knowledge can make greater impact anywhere you are based.

[@marcseah7022]

If u have a singaporean spouse and buy a property here, most likely u will get PR. But if u are single and no family connection here like Artur even if u stay here for 20 years, unlikely the govt will give u PR cause the SG govt is pro family and why they should give a foreign single person PR when they can give it to someone who has a family nucleus.

[@milkbunnies]

This is exactly spot on…I’m a Eurasian born in Australia but my wife is Singaporean. I applied for PR and on the first time I received it in 3months. Anyone who says it’s not biased is kidding themselves. The government looks at whether your personal situation says you’re going to be here for the long time and contribute (i.e, have kids) as they deem valuable.

[@RayMak]

Walauweiii

[@MaxChernov]

My favorite:)

[@babibrain]

In general, Singaporeans are not fond of foreigners who come here to obtain permanent residency or citizenship. Foreigners are a double-edged sword for Singapore - if there are too few, the country may lack competitiveness; however, if there are too many, it can become too competitive with Singaporeans. While the presence of foreigners may lead to higher salaries for Singaporeans, their influx can also drive wages down due to an oversupply of labor.

[@MaxChernov]

True! It’s just would be nice to have more clear guidelines who can get PR and who can’t. And what to do for it. Now it’s a bit of a black box. But surely it’s a Singapore’s choice how to balance it.

[@uwet.8826]

​@@MaxChernovdon't agree that the guidelines should be made clearer. Then there will be people trying to game the system. It can be clear when the demands for permanent residency is low but too many want permanent residency in Singapore for our small population. As far as I know, Singapore gives PR people who has high potential of growing roots in Singapore. Take the girl who proudly said C&K is a luxury brand for her. Her family is not very well off but still her dad is able to migrate here.

[@MaxChernov]

UK and US is high demand and guidelines are clear. I understand Singapore is small. It’s a factor to consider, yes.

[@carlalexander2]

@@MaxChernov Max, do some research online. The main criteria is race.

[@ysngngys7753]

@@MaxChernov if you think in this way, you shldnt be issued one or to be revoked.

[@MaxChernov]

YOU CAN WATCH Artur's stand-up live here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGGseWOgo76agKs

[@artur.comedy]

Thank you Max!

[@mhanwen4899]

You are not from Malaysia or chinaese? If not you will get it faster not need waited too long😅😅😅

[@audreyang902]

Great to live in affordable , rental unit with facilities . Lots of westerners , love to work n live here as thier property is way to expensive to own.

[@vennsim71]

It’s cheaper to own than to rent actually. The monthly installments may not be as much as the rental.

[@vennsim71]

@@HawkishMerlion1965 please lor. Just freaking buy a studio apartment for a million, loan at 70-80% quantum. Every month pay how much nia. Rent one freaking silly studio can go up to 4K SGD.

[@vennsim71]

@@HawkishMerlion1965 first you said I can’t do maths? Now you said house slave, can pack and go. Really? You sounded really stupid…

[@jimtang7087]

Try getting a member of parliament to write u a letter, or reference letter.

[@ganboonmeng5370]

The secret is reading out loud. We Singaporean...not only use Singlish but various other dialects...too much use..means you lose the speaking fluency of proper English..but no big d.eal..just pick up any newspaper..and read out loud...you get it back..after reading 1 0aper1.

[@shutengloke5907]

@Max Chernov, try to interview different group of Singaporean living in Johor. I'm sure you and your viewer will find it very very interesting.

[@MaxChernov]

Good idea

[@shutengloke5907]

@@MaxChernov, here are some reasons why Singaporean chose to live in JB 1. Life style 2. Education 3. Cost 4. Space Would be good if you can cover each on the above.

[@chantalmonique2353]

​@@shutengloke5907 why would education be the reason to live in JB? Malaysia cert aren't even recognise in lots of other country. Their so call university is equivalent to high school standard.

[@shutengloke5907]

@@chantalmonique2353 , let's hope Max will do an interview on this to[ic. Then you will know.

[@thomasisking]

As far as I know, there are long check lists that needs to be considered for PR or Citizenship. These days it is not easy to become a PR. Many people have been waiting for longer than 9 years. Years ago, it was easier, with some people being approached to take up PR and indeed citizenship for selected PR's. Showing a commitment and ability to add value were list items that I would expect. Adding value is a vague term, but it can be very specific. Race does play a part, but then Singapore is a managed society to me. Singaporeans are sensitive to an increasing population and this has no doubt in my mind played a part in toughening up the issuances of PR and Citizenship. There are plenty of people wanting to establish themselves in Singapore and competition for places has increased markedly.

[@MaxChernov]

Thanks for sharing your perspective!

[@thomasisking]

@@MaxChernov You are welcome. 👍🏻

[@nsevv]

Unfortunately race plays the major part according to LKY. We stuck with a unfair racist immigration policy that is not based on merit first. That is why we recommend talents to try other countries with less racist policies.

[@amyg1073]

❤ Max

[@MaxChernov]

♥️

[@Will.i.am55555]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 welcome welcome

[@laufamilytwoo1840]

🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬d'not worry ,if u got the ♥ for singapore ,one day wl become a group of us become Singaporean.🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩🇮🇩

[@etchvee]

Getting PR is a privilege and it should be considered step 1 with eventual goal of being a citizen. Singapore should be selective in terms of skills you bring and what you have to offer. and it shouldn’t be about how much money you can park here. Demonstrating that you’re ready to embrace all things Singapore for you and your family is important.

[@bluxa]

Hi Max, I suggest you reach out to a fellow KZbinr for an interview. His name is Marinakis and is a professor of economics in a university at Singapore. His channel is called Greekonomics. Hope to see him on your channel 🤞

[@kokliangchew3609]

Up to about a decade or so ago, Malaysians who had been in Singapore for a few years or more, used to be chased by immigration to accept PR status. They would be sent letters asking them to take PR status.

[@MaxChernov]

Oh wow

[@justnow5809]

Really??

[@bell-xk5dd]

It wasn’t so long ago a reporter asked the PM about the import of foreign workers again after Singapore had lifted all Covid restrictions, the PM replied that Singapore now has very strict standards in selecting these foreigners, as Singapore has been flooded with more than a “billion” applications for PR ...you read right...he did say 1 “billion” applications...it was on the news, initially I thought he was using a hyperbole to stress the overwhelming applications from foreigners, but then on second thought, it couldn’t be too far fetched as people from China and India are eager to come here...as well as those from our neighboring countries....

[@MaxChernov]

I believe it’s not billion 😁 but yes, it makes sense

[@bell-xk5dd]

@@MaxChernov But PM Lee did say 1 “ billion” people are applying to get here 🤣

[@choonsenglee6165]

I always suspect our govt access the possibility of individuals settling and procreating in SG before approving PRs.

[@axelanamwatever7408]

Singapore probably doesnt want endup like Hong Kong,overpopulation with limited space.With the outsider keep moving there it gonna effect the supply and demand which contribute the cost of living way more greater

[@MaxChernov]

Watch next 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4vYmq2Ll7iba6s The story of a foreign woman who obtained Singaporean citizenship. Will she ever truly belong in Singapore? 🤔

[@Smart_Tamaha]

The word "Ayio" in Singlish is a Tamil word. Singlish = English + Chinese + Malay + Tamil

[@livetill7136]

Very insightful about no religious jokes in SG simply bcoz there is low interest in it. All the best for your PR application, keep trying.

[@jameslee9742]

Is it because he is Russian Spore holding his PR application ?if he is from UK, US, Aus or any EU countries .. already had PR after 5 yrs

[@heloisez5235]

Not true

[@johnwong4424]

Grant PR to Uncle Roger, anytime !!😂

[@mikey6538]

correction, is not little red dot.. it is tiny red dot

[@keangwooichoo6138]

To be honest, Malaysia and singapore are tough places when giving out PR. But in Malaysia it is not properly controlled, it is targeted for poor and Muslim countries like Bangladesh and indonesia as far as I know. Because many poor indonesians with little skills have red identity cards which is PR. I am not sure if it is corruption or legit. The home ministry is secretive. Several years ago, a home minister gave out 100 citizenship to Bangladeshis. Many were upset with the non transparent process. The worst was this home minister gave out pr to zakir naik, a person wanted by India. He is a fugitive.

[@tinkerbell66666]

Indonesians with red IC is quite common as they either marry local or been working here for more than 20 years, malaysia is the nearest country & have similar language, religion & culture to indonesia. It make sense they would come here to find work. I've never heard about the 100 Bangladeshis & find it hard to believe. Most i know just want to earn & go back to their country as they have families back home & to them the cost of living here is high. Unlike indonesians, they are not able to adapt to the malay muslim culture. From what i know there's a lot of non muslims who 'marry' vietnamese or people fr PRC but unable to obtain citizenship for their spouse because most cant get a divorce from their 1st wife, mainly due to $$, houses, business issues. And here non muslim cannot legally have more than 1 wife.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

@Jules believe me, the clown home minister (now deputy pm), gave out 100 citizenship to Bangladeshis. The public found out. Then he admit it.

[@GeorgiaAndrea]

As a Malaysian Muslim, even I am not happy at how PR is easily given to Muslim foreigners. I’d rather they give it equally no matter their religion as long as there is transparency on how they obtain it in the first place. Like in Singapore it causes the market to be more competitive which I think it’s fair, in Malaysia it’s the total opposite, we often get ‘pests’.

[@keangwooichoo6138]

@Georgia Andrea by giving pr to 3rd world poor Asian countries, there will be no progress at all. Because their mentality is worst than us.

[@tinkerbell66666]

@@keangwooichoo6138 i really hate him. I dont get why is he deputy.

[@TERUBOTSU]

Hope Arthur will get his PR soon.

[@MaxChernov]

I hope too!

[@fr0sty1983]

Yeah PR drives up property on our resale market and affects the rent of all properties that can be rented out.

[@MaxChernov]

its not PRs but foreigners in general, mainly from HK and China (due to covid and political situation) + construction slow down during covid so projects are behind timing

[@fr0sty1983]

@@MaxChernov PR in Singapore can purchase resale HDB flat as well. Some purchase it, rent it out and live in their home country.

[@chantalmonique2353]

Ask your current employer's HR director or even CEO, COO, director to help put in good words for you to ICA and you will get your PR easily.

[@LvPolkadot]

I sty maybe 7 or 8 year ady,and got 3 kids 2 Singaporean and 1 no singaporean,also haven't get PR ,I hope soon can get bcs my first son the school fee very expensive, one month $900+ , big salary also like nothing bcs the school fee,my hurt really pain about the school fee

[@MaxChernov]

Good luck!

[@user-gx2ey9ql3j]

Many foriengers get pr work here n retire in other ciuntries.

[@tea_cup7]

11 years in America and still no green card here, so I can relate =)))

[@MaxChernov]

No green card you mean?

[@tea_cup7]

@@MaxChernov yes that's what I mean =))

[@nsevv]

How many times did you try? US doesn't have a racist immigration policy so should be easier.

[@kaym7704]

It’s not easy. If I could, I would citizenship to all the hard working expats/migrants unlike some of these ungrateful Americans that were born here.

[@chadnathan1532]

If you have a Western passport, you do not need a PR. Because the only reason you want PR is to change jobs easily and for the benefits. This is unfair to Singaporeans who have to survive the hypercapitalism of the government. And we have no welfare unlike Western countries. So please, not getting a PR as a Westerner is more of a privilege problem than it is of an actual problem.

[@babyrr3719]

Anyone know if men need to serve NS when they grant PR via spouse sponsorship? If the man is the sole breadwinner how can they serve 2 years NS with little mindef income to support family of 5?

[@Sminsky]

It is so unfair. Malaysians can easily get PR and worse, they don’t need to live here. They can commute to Singapore daily to work. Earning S$ and job mobility here.

[@AdrianaRenald]

Wow! That’s great ❤

[@risham76]

Malaysian are living in 2 world..I disagree with the policy given to them..They work here and go back thru and flow.Subsidies given to them which are loophole.

[@sneo7470]

👍👏💪🇸🇬

[@max3334441]

Getting PR is like pursuing a girl, you have to keep trying to show her you are serious till her heart is touched

[@MaxChernov]

😁🤙

[@willsmith39]

I think the girl analogy is a good one. If you don't tick the 'have loads of cash' box you'll get rejected 😂

[@Gurugurustan]

Either show you are seriously committed or show your wallet.

[@SuccessforLifester]

Arthur in Singlish actually is sort of meaning a country pumpkin

[@MaxChernov]

what haha

[@SuccessforLifester]

@@MaxChernov yo Ah Der.....

[@Growthunlimited]

SG give priority to those who likely to become citizen.

[@nsevv]

Not true, I know several who have been trying for citizenship and even have kids.born in Singapore. SG give priority based on race.

[@Gurugurustan]

Get married to a Singaporean will help. Increases chances of contributing to the birth rate here and also indicates you are going to be here setting up your family.

[@cowbarn5581]

I have to say, his accent is almost Singaporean.

[@Adrian-bc7bw]

I have would like to know why he has not a PR yet??

[@MaxChernov]

You don’t know why

[@carlalexander2]

@@MaxChernov Because he is not Chinese.

[@davesmith8197]

the built in captions are not good. please write your own

[@MaxChernov]

Eventually, we will, but it’s time consuming, and there’s a cost of production

[@MaxChernov]

Should Singapore give a PR to Artur?

[@cyberwarrior9081]

No because Singapore cant afford to many population. Imagine what will happen at Singapore if their people is over population?

[@zenweaver]

Sure hope he gets the PR but i think its a long queue.I know of others in the same situation as well.As to how the govt decides who gets it, no idea but i am sure there is a quota and they have to take into account country demographics etc.Just my opinion but i think the bulk goes to Malaysians.Of course when we see Artur here he seems like a fine chap.Wish him all the best.

[@MaxChernov]

@@cyberwarrior9081 Singapore can give PRs to the most valuable individuals who are integrated into society and want to stay in Singapore long-term, and there are not many of them, not millions :)

[@cyberwarrior9081]

@@MaxChernov ok. I hope he gets it as soon as possible

[@YusriSapari]

just give lah

[@walfredlim2081]

Because he is NOT Rich China Chinese. Lol😂

[@engchoontan8483]

Traditional career choice as a part-time job, leading to full time job before rewriting the application for PR in singapore(pay-money). Stable-income source(traditional career paths of guaranteed income-performance, not arts, not sports, not internet, not ...) with experience(proven trackrecord of bringing in the money) and a lifestyle of spending and being able-to-spend(disposable-income, purchasing-power). Unless $USD200k per-annum with promise(have lattitude for rise-raise) and low-debts(loans for items like property) and some savings(will not be living on the streets, maybe a few hundred of those K.s or G.s or ...), ... otherwise, use a lower category of work-permit, work-pass, employment-pass, ... investment($USD10m passed)

[@engchoontan8483]

There are plenty of people who think $USD+1m in cash(not merely net-worth) for retirement-funds is a big-deal and they feel (self-)entitled about that number. The insurance-agencies in Singapore recommends that Singaporeans retire with more than that amount to be comfortable. A typical private-apartment is already about that amount. Unless you can survive on "drinking"-air without any left for utilities(water, electricity, ...), ... such people usually feel disappointed and aggrieved when they fail in their attempts because they feel asia should be cheaper and chinese lifestyle choice should be lousier and ...(bigotry, prejudice, bias, ...) It is not advisable for those who depend on such numbers to even attempt anything more than a working-permit. Types of $USD+1m, millionaires(net-worth, liquid - savings after no-debt, income per annum, spending per annum = 4 types). The Amex-centurion card of many decades put the definition of a self-entitled millionaire at spending $USD+1m per year on that one card alone (not my fault for defining millionaires). Those "hopefulls" should not advertise themselves as millionaires or rich if they fall short of that american(not singaporean) benchmark. No bragging rights even if you are a millionaire in singapore.

[@WL0903]

Getting PR is easy in Singapore. Unless something in him that has been forbidden by the immigration dept. It takes less than 3 yrs for most.

[@rozyue1177]

Pls ask the foreigners why they are so eager to be PR . Ask Why some live for so many years in Spore and still do not want to go home . While they may like Spore there is really no place like home !!. Thanks. I enjoy listening to different opinions

[@user-em3xb4hk2k]

Wait 1 country rising then PR their 😊

[@keanes5796]

Arthur seems like a nice guy, is he paying his income taxes duly? Hope he gets PR soon.

[@MaxChernov]

I’m sure he does!

[@nsevv]

Unfortunately he is not chinese. We have to maintain majority chinese enclave according to LKY. It is not about merit or nice guy.

[@WetflowerVariant]

​@@nsevvWhen did Lee Kuan Yew said Singapore should be Chinese?

[@rajdatla7323]

12 years

[@MaxChernov]

You?

[@rajdatla7323]

@@MaxChernov yes... no PR

[@victorvaldez760]

@@rajdatla7323 India indian have the least chance to get a PR now.. look for other options boyo

[@deshwitat_2]

u can fully disagree with me here,i dont mind,but personally for me,i dont think a foreigner being a PR/nationality of sg is a good thing... 1st - of all,you already know the competition for it,so regardless how blend u are in a society,still have that outsider feeling from the national resident in someway 2nd - sg land is not that much,already know the housing sq/ft based on price,plus the goverment need to put other building to accommodate other facility as well 3rd - if you are working,fine to stay as long as you like,to settle down,i really should think foreigner re-considered or talking to other PR and check how the local feels about it.. 4th - race,religion are really frowned upon to be talking in debate as it will breakdown the harmony of multi-cultural society..even if it do come up as a stand up joke,try watching the math jokes by Rishi Budrani..coz really if u ever did it,u are walking on a thin line.. 5th - in a way,i do hope he get a PR by the SG gov if he really contribute to the country economy/workforce/knowledge etc..other than that,i hope u re-consider the choice of getting a PR..bcoz malaysia & SG to getting a PR/nationality is not that easy,to as far as i know..

[@wilsonang1386]

Buy a SG property, bring your family here and enroll your children in a local school. Or married SG women. If you are here but your family in UK or USA, highly educated, earn $500,000 or millions yearly, NO PR for you definitely. As you only want a PR status and are not interested in settling down in SG. Why would SG gov give you PR?

[@cooker4000]

What value do you bring Singapore? Ask yourself that.

[@MaxChernov]

Making funny jokes

[@nsevv]

More value than you.

[@victorvaldez760]

Uncle finally got on KZbin after getting bored on EDMW

[@asiankitchen5294]

If you are on a Singapore employment pass for 9 years and yet you have not been offered a PR it means only one thing which is you have done or said something that is incompatible with Singapore values. That's usually the case.

[@raymondcwkoh7458]

Sometimes i wonder why Sg Government is not giving PR to good talents like you.

[@danialroslan1531]

Because there is an ethnic migration policy to maintain the racial ratios

[@rjjrjehehew]

​@@danialroslan1531 oh shut up next thing l know you people will scream genocide

[@nsevv]

The quota percentage for the others race is extremely low. We are stuck with a racist policy due to LKY desire to create an enclave. Due to that we lost a lot of talents.

[@Ersanba]

Just keep trying.... it is not easy, but if you were offered the PR, dont reject it... there not be a 2nd chance to apply it.

[@Ghuruba90]

Singapore is holy land with no crime, most safest and perfect country in the world 😜😝 and last week Malaysian artist get attacked and he got death threats by singaporean just because jealousy 😂

[@MaxChernov]

It happens in every country but statistically Singapore is super safe

[@Ghuruba90]

@@MaxChernov See, people still say safe, if the same thing happen to other country they will say its not safe and super dangerous country

[@nsevv]

True, when I was in other countries I didn't feel unsafe even going out at night. But I think other countries are much bigger and safety is uneven, some areas more safer than others.

[@austinitel.2972]

a greencard is easier to get than sg PR

[@ifuknjk]

even ang mohs wants p/r.. sg must b doing right...green cards given out ... sg gives out p/r if invests $2.8 million

[@kayflip2233]

Russians integrate well all over Asia. They actually make an effort to integrate vs many other foreigners.

[@MaxChernov]

Thanks for your kind words

[@Aphrodisiac80]

Just Bank In 10Mil In Our Local Bank,Your P.R Will Be Approve Within A Year

[@MaxChernov]

“just”

[@seminky5341]

Good

[@neinty281]

It's much easier to get PR or Citizenship in Singapore if you're ethnically Chinese due to the racial quotas here. I mean...people can get PR here without speaking a word of English LOL

[@_gwidyd7362]

Not anymore. They are changing law

[@danialroslan1531]

​@@_gwidyd7362 the ethnic migration policy will always remain the same, to maintain the ethnic ratio. Racial bias at its best

[@rjjrjehehew]

​​@@_gwidyd7362 Who says? You? Koreans and Japanese also won't get PR either even if they look like Chinese😂

[@cathhl2440]

@@danialroslan1531 Where is this policy published?

[@cathhl2440]

Didn’t know there’s such a quota. Where did you read it?

[@raymondteo2611]

I’m Singaporean nothing against you but our government picked only best nothing else!! Please keep it up!!

[@nsevv]

No not best but we pick based on race. Merit is not primary factor.

[@wendyshoowaiching4161]

Normal, 5 years resident get PR