Moving & Living in Singapore.. One Year Later 🇸🇬 (Tips & Things you need to know)

Planning to move to Singapore? Here are things you need to know to prepare for your life in Singapore. After one year since I moved, I am finally sharing all my advice and tips if you are considering Singapore to be your next home.
I moved to Singapore in the middle of the pandemic to study and pursue an MBA degree. It has been quite a journey and I've learned a lot, not only about myself but as well as the country's culture and lifestyle.
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[@hellosophiemos]

I'M BACK! 🤗 Can't believe it's already been over a year since I moved to Singapore. Hope you guys found this vlog helpful! ❤ If you are thinking of studying in Singapore too, check out and attend the FREE SIM Learners' Eduverse Event happening today until November 19, 2022! 📝Register here: bit.ly/SIMLE22kolsryt

[@bananakampreto3033]

How did you acquire such English speaking skills?

[@jaymedina8486]

I love how relaxing your videos are yet packed with helpful info.

[@hellosophiemos]

Aww thank you!

[@leslie6777]

Welcome back!! New vlog finally 🥰

[@hellosophiemos]

Thanks for sticking around!

[@MimiWonders]

This was such a very nice video to watch. So well done! ❤️

[@hellosophiemos]

Thanks so much! :)

[@carlakatrinadedios3031]

Been waiting for this. ❤️❤️

[@hellosophiemos]

[@raffaelloinigo6436]

love your content! keep it up!

[@hellosophiemos]

Thanks so much! :)

[@marvinvalera6561]

I live at Whampoa for 3years working as a Visual Merchandising Executive at Ngee Ann City.. I loved it

[@andreandree4384]

Good luck 🤞🍀. You moved to sg, me I moved out 😊. So happy to finally left the island 🏝️ and went to neighbouring country, it was so stressful staying in SG, crowded, people face are always stressed, everywhere queuing because everyone going to the same places, so hot 🥵, and I don't mention rent or prices😮. I felt that everyone is a robot living in their bubble.

[@hendrik7502]

Hi Sophie, wishing you and family a Happy & Prosperous Lunar New Year. May you all be blessed with good luck and good health in the Year of the Rabbit. Gong Xi Fa Cai!

[@hellosophiemos]

Happy CNY! 🥳

[@haroldbayotas527]

Oh nice recommendation. I should stay for a week in my friend's house so that I can check the apartment that I will rent on March 2023. Thank u 😍

[@hellosophiemos]

Yes! saves your money too!

[@haroldbayotas527]

@@hellosophiemos thank you so much 😍💪😁

[@typicallrin524]

​@@haroldbayotas527 how was itt?? I'm very curious and I'm trying to get as many people's opinions and experiences

[@pringles9061]

The video is so beautiful!

[@hellosophiemos]

Thanks! ☺

[@chammyberns3267]

YAYYY ATE SOPHH!!!

[@hellosophiemos]

Hope you enjoyed the vlogg!

[@mimimi28]

Ooh where did your man get his black bag?? Also, the quality in your vlogs are amazing! I felt like I was watching a movie girl. I'm coming to Singapore for a semester in January and your vlog is making me so excited haha

[@hellosophiemos]

Aww thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! Goodluck with school :) The brand of his bag is Rivers :)

[@weshz2429]

很好的视频，跟你好久了🎉🎉🎉

[@budiwijayaho7476]

Amazing

[@JMGOpragmaticadvisor]

It’s time for the 2nd anniverary Vlog. With more tips

[@hellosophiemos]

thanks for checking in again! def need to make an updated one 😊

[@KruzAlonso]

very aesthetic vlog

[@hellosophiemos]

Thank you! ☺

[@a1lyhall]

Was looking for an inside look at the lectures and workload.

[@LvPolkadot]

Enjoy ...

[@user-it5pm9sw8g]

I love the music in the background❤where can I get it?

[@victoriacltzn]

Hayy I just wish you can upload more often. Missed you, Sophie! Here I am watching kahit hindi naman ako mag SG hahahaha. But who knows! :D

[@hellosophiemos]

Aww working on my more regular uploads this 2023! Just posted a new one hehe. Hope you can visit SG soon!

[@victoriacltzn]

@@hellosophiemos hihi I'm watching it now.

[@sahaneaman]

Weeeee miss your Soph.. 😍😘

[@hellosophiemos]

Thanks for watching!

[@hanahdomingo7997]

Hi Sophie! Will be moving to SG soon too, and was wondering if you have a recommended place for brows, and a recommended dermatologist clinic? :) Really hoping for your recos. Thanks a lot~

[@gerardbucud8798]

Nice shotsmp, what camera do you use?

[@Grace-pp3dw]

Shalom .Thank you. Watching from Australia. 73 Praise the Lord 37 . 26 Praise the Lord 86 . Amen.

[@GraceDelin]

Thanks for the helpful video! Could I know what type of housing you stay? Bc it looks nice

[@hellosophiemos]

condo 😊

[@4128190]

Hey Sophie. Thank you so much for making this video. I am also thinking of doing a Master's in Singapore (probably at SMU) but am concerned about costs. Can I ask how much you are paying for tuition and rent? Where are some of the cheaper places to live?

[@sparklefreeze87]

SMU is in the heart of the city, so unless the university can offer you preferential rates on student accoms nearby, you're going to have to commute at least 30/45mins away for affordable rent outside the city center. Public transport is very affordable, but do bear in mind that trains to downtown can be really packed during peak hours, so I would definitely avoid 9am lectures. Another SMU specific thing is that you can expect to pay more for food as well since it's in the city center.. conversely, it also means you have far more choice and variety. In terms of tuition, SMU is American-styled, so the cost is pretty similar. For rental, if you look at our train map as a rough guide, any neighborhood station outside the ring of the Yellow Circle Line will generally be more affordable with some exceptions. SMU is served by City Hall/ Dhoby Ghaut/ Bencoolen and Bras Basah stations so you can gauge your travel time.

[@nitya7113]

Thank you so much for the detailed explanation! I'll be joining SMU this August. I'm currently looking for accommodation! Thanks again for taking time out and explaining everything ❤️

[@derangedzone]

I could watch you eat for hours😁

[@gilvillamor5066]

was gonna work there last year but made a choice for SNG or AU , i choose AU because of working hours.

[@hellosophiemos]

heard so many good things about AU’s work life balance! would def consider too 😊

[@andrea9797mdd]

Wow you're very brave to eat laksa wearing a white top! Singaporean here!

[@hellosophiemos]

haha i was shocked myself that i didn’t stain my top after eating 😆

[@beatricemiclat5953]

❤❤❤❤

[@hellosophiemos]

thanks for watching! 🤗

[@mithul6170]

thanks for the video, may i ask do you own a property SG ? I was wondering, is it possible to pay the monthly mortgage from CPF OA every month apart from using it to give the property down payment ?

[@hashmutbrownmut]

hello do I need vaccination to work in singapore?

[@alexmurtravel]

good vlog

[@simonrollat9292]

One thing I noticed about SG is that the skies are often white/grey -- do you not get bright blue skies often?

[@haterssgonnaahatee]

Hey! Such a beautiful video what camera did you use for this?

[@hellosophiemos]

thank you! linked my camera in the description box 😊

[@KK-io7dd]

same instant lang - coffee blends in mnl, which do you drink in sg

[@hellosophiemos]

Nescafe, Old Town, Fair Price... haha I've tried A LOT of brands kasi nakakasawa 😅

[@jimmoefoe1471]

How does one get the permanent residence work here?

[@seshomarusama2052]

I think singapore is nice for a week. But no for living permanetly. The living cost is expensive and the people I think is rude

[@wen.2210]

could you share some footage of you eating hawker centre food?? or maybe a video specifically about hawker food??

[@hellosophiemos]

I do! You can check out my other SG travel vlogs here: kzbin.info/aero/PLv01xZXn1XLR0dhJuUuUiyTVMCq-rPY_C

[@baconpancakes8899]

How much does your apartment cost? It looks very nice

[@hemanth129]

When the price for energy food, commodities and other goods and services rise the entire economy is affected.Rising price known as inflation

[@saeworld5395]

I have been researching all these while for a digital asset investment and I found cryptocurrency to be the most profiting of them all I'm definitely bouncing on the opportunity thank you so much

[@life-changer1]

Same here, I earn $13,000 a week. God bless Mr Brewster, he's has been a blessing to my family

[@pobpob]

$30,000 weekly profit our lord Jesus have lifted Up my Life!!!

[@Jamiehunchi]

I wanted to trade crypto but got confused by the fluctuations in price

[@partrickmay1324]

Everyone actually need an expert trader by a registered broker company to help you out. I currently trade with Mr Brewster he is the best when it comes to making high profits in the market !

[@D33S3R]

Let’s just take a minute for the tripod boyfriend to thank him for back turning shots 😅

[@aireenmedina9806]

Hi! May online shop po ba ung depound? I enjoyed ur vlog. I'm also currently living in SG. :)

[@hellosophiemos]

Hi! They do but haven't tried ordering from their online store. But found sellers on shopee below (: ↳ Dupe - shope.ee/4Klo5aYS02 ↳ Authentic - shope.ee/2L0ji2LIpc

[@KK-io7dd]

Are you holding an S pass or an E pass? Idk if I should accept an offer that gives me s pass. They said to be willing to accept jobs lower than expected to secure one fast but... Haha I need a reference

[@Tiffany-dw1yp]

What did you end up choosing?

[@krismullencebazar1751]

Hi Ate Sophie! What’s the brand of your bag? It’s so cute 🤍🤍

[@hellosophiemos]

It's from depound/korea :)

[@krismullencebazar1751]

@@hellosophiemos Thank you po!!!

[@hellosophiemos]

@@krismullencebazar1751 Found shops selling below (: ↳ Dupe - shope.ee/4Klo5aYS02 ↳ Authentic - shope.ee/2L0ji2LIpc

[@krismullencebazar1751]

@@hellosophiemos Thank you Ate Sophie!!! Super duper love this, I will definitely buy! 🥰

[@davidlucas4231]

Have you ever visited Chinese garden Singapore?

[@hellosophiemos]

Not yet! Thanks for the suggestion!

[@grcmendiola7596]

Hi Sophie, is it okay to share how much is living expenses in singapore? Like housing, food, etc? Thank you :)

[@hellosophiemos]

Hi! I shared some estimates on this vlog actually :) Exact amounts ofc depend on the person's lifestyle and preferences :)

[@gingerbreadninja6645]

Do they not allow dog walking in Singapore?

[@KK-io7dd]

Did you consider health / medical insurance or which one do u have especially you are a foreign

[@KK-io7dd]

Is it better to get on from your country or SG

[@hellosophiemos]

@@KK-io7dd Yes! Here's what I got & recommend: www.fwd.com.sg/ref/a116ac20154caaa

[@haroldbayotas527]

Is Singapore strict in implementing face masks? Thank you.

[@hellosophiemos]

Only in public transpo!

[@Queso7072]

Dubai vlogs?

[@spectacularangular637]

Please add chapters to your VLOG, its a long vlog with a lot of content :)

[@hellosophiemos]

Thanks for your feedback! Will do for upcoming vlogs :)

[@jacquelineschauer4582]

are the sounds in the Parc the insects? I am thinking about moving there for a 2-3 year option. Do you think is recommendable for singles? Are there theatre and culture activities? Is there a censure on western cinema movies?

[@balbasmerielle4318]

May I ask what camera or phone do you use?

[@hellosophiemos]

linked my cam in the description box :)

[@aimeeferraris9142]

Hi po! May I know the brand of your bag?? been wanting to get that for a long time hihihi. Enjoyed your vlog tooo 😍🥰

[@hellosophiemos]

Depound :) Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aimeeferraris9142]

@@hellosophiemos thank you for replying po Ate Sophie ❤️ been watching your vlogs recently as reference for my future SG trip hihihi

[@hellosophiemos]

@@aimeeferraris9142 Finally found sellers below (: ↳ Dupe - shope.ee/4Klo5aYS02 ↳ Authentic - shope.ee/2L0ji2LIpc

[@aimeeferraris9142]

@@hellosophiemos omg. thank you for remembering 😍 i'll check them out.

[@richardbarba2736]

This girl is so Saks sea

[@danicas8268]

kamukha mo po si angelina sa the manifest ate sophie. super pretty

[@hellosophiemos]

Aw thank you!

[@alese7531]

Did you finish the MBA?

[@hellosophiemos]

Yup! 🙂

[@Roger-ki7js]

First

[@hellosophiemos]

Yay! Hope you enjoy the vlog!

[@DavidGutierrezCarmona-wd5bi]

Hi where are you from?

[@hellosophiemos]

🇵🇭

[@zxding]

Are you doing INSEAD or NUS?

[@hellosophiemos]

neither!

[@sushanitako5054]

I don’t want to live such a hot climate city. 😂and Singapore is very small to live for me.

[@artistawatch9576]

Pangmayaman

[@mcmacshalfilya]

HI✨💟