Pros & cons of living in Singapore: What expats really think

Is Singapore your dream expat destination? Get tips from a community of internationals in Singapore. Discover the pros and cons so you can enjoy a smooth transition. This video dives into cost of living, housing, and more! #ExpatTips #LivinginSingapore #MovingtoSingapore
Here’s what we’ll cover:
00:00 - Intro
00:49 - The BEST things about living in Singapore
04:51 - The challenges of living in Singapore
09:50 - Settling in & making friends
12:18 - Conclusion
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From finding accommodation to making new friends, moving to a new city can be challenging.
You’ll navigate things like homesickness, getting all the admin sorted out, perhaps finding a job - and you probably won’t know many people at first.
Only other expats understand these struggles - and that’s why we made this video!
We’re bringing you the voices of our expat community in Singapore, all InterNations members from different countries who’ve lived here for many years. They share authentic advice to help make your first months in Singapore easier.
You’ll learn the answers to questions like: what do expats like about living in Singapore - and what’s not so great? How is the work-life balance? What about healthcare? Plus, you’ll get tips on how to navigate the housing market, building a social life, and much more!
Here’s who you’ll meet:
… Shikha from India, an InterNations Ambassador
… Lavina from Singapore, an InterNations Ambassador and Consul of the Global Energized Living Group
… Uli from Germany, Consul of the Singapore Breakfast Networking Group and the Singapore Eclectic Collective Group
As you’ll see in the video, when it comes to making friends abroad, an expat community like InterNations makes it a lot easier.
You’ll be able to connect with fellow internationals at events organized by welcoming hosts. With everything from professional networking to hobby groups, you can make your social life as active as you want it to be! There are many activities to choose from, including cooking, languages, travel, and much more.
There’s an InterNations Official Event happening every week in Singapore! And there are over 50 groups with over 60 different activities each month.
Before long, you’ll make new friends while enjoying new experiences. We hope you’re inspired to start your expat adventure in Singapore!

[@georgevarghese258]

I have visited there many times. The experience of being in a garden

[@IZTheOne]

I'm Singaporean and I don't know where is this fast paced came from lol! Our walking pace maybe, or our escalators? But other than that it's manageable. You still get to do what you do for hobbies etc.

[@2011littlejohn1]

I have a soft spot for this place as I learned to play guitar there. I used to live there about 50 years ago. I revisited - maybe 3 years ago and it's a little too conventional nowadays with lots of rules. It used to have an exotic and slightly dangerous feel to it. I found it not too expensive because I ate and drank in local places like Zam Zams Indian restaurant - still there from when I lived there. If I could find somewhere where they still play electric guitars I would go back.

[@internations]

What a nostalgic journey! 🎸

[@user-dy7rm4bv6h]

Thank you so much for this video)))) InterNations is MY LOVE FOREVER)))🥰🥰😍😍😍🤩😘😘

[@internations]

💙😊

[@steventay5834]

Safe and clean. World class transport. Affordable food. Rent is very high. Car is the most expensive in the world

[@lubogopaul5558]

Wow it's amazing one ❤❤❤ maybe when opportunity manifests itself I can't wait to grab it

[@internations]

We're thrilled you feel inspired! 🌟

[@faisalalsaly2264]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@stephenndubuisi-nz5jr]

How can I get visa to Singapore

[@luludaryanani9822]

❤Love my little red dot♥️4ever my home Singapore 🇸🇬 Loves Lavina ❤

[@angelaliew7050]

Singapore is not small. It is (360 times) bigger than Monaco! Monaco is an European counry!

[@jackkunasagaran5646]

great !

[@DayrusBPB]

Where my SG friends at?

[@Dublinby]

1500-3000 for rent? completely wrong, you may get 1500 if you share an HDB with others, but as a single person, who doesnt want to share, a condo would cost anywhere between 2.5-5 k. Also if you plan to live in sgp long term, PR is important as without you essentially get none of the key benefits related to healthcare, superannuation and housing (which is the big one as 60% is the stamp duty on most foreigners).

[@steventay5834]

Singapore is good for those who are rich

[@Krullenb0l]

They declined my request to join and they didn't explain exactly why. That's unfair.

[@internations]

Hi, We’re sorry to hear this. Could you please reach out to our Support Team with this? You can get in touch with them via www.internations.org/support/request/. They can look into your application and see what went wrong. Thanks!