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How to Start a Business in Singapore as a Foreign Entrepreneur
Most foreign entrepreneurs do not arrive in Singapore with a business plan in their suitcase. They arrive with a job, a contract, and the intention to stay for a while. The idea of starting a company usually comes later, often quietly. It might surface after noticing how efficient things are here, or after spotting a gap in the market that keeps repeating itself. Singapore has a way of making entrepreneurship feel possible. Not romantic or chaotic, but realistic. Things work.

Singapore Expats Association
Jan 45 min read


Can Foreigners Buy Property in Singapore? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you spend enough time talking to expats or overseas investors in Singapore, you will eventually hear the same question come up in some form, “Can foreigners actually buy property here?” It is usually asked with a mix of curiosity and hesitation, because Singapore’s real estate market has a certain aura about it, one that feels stable, tightly regulated, and sometimes a little hard to decode from the outside. And the truth is, the rules can seem confusing at first. Some ty

Singapore Expats Association
Dec 21, 20255 min read


Should You Hire Locals or Foreigners in Singapore? Here’s What Employers Need to Know
Every time I meet a new business owner in Singapore, the conversation eventually circles back to hiring. Someone will say, half joking and half serious, that recruiting here is “a whole strategy by itself”. And honestly, they’re not wrong. The question of whether to bring in locals or foreigners isn’t just about filling a vacancy. It brushes up against government rules, company culture, future planning and sometimes even personal philosophy. Most employers I’ve spoken to don’

Singapore Expats Association
Dec 14, 20255 min read


PR for Investors: Economic Contributions That Seal the Deal
In the global competition for talent, capital, and innovation, Singapore has long stood out as a destination that values not only what an...

Singapore Expats Association
Oct 19, 20255 min read


Why Expats Are Choosing to Buy, Not Rent, in Singapore
In an effort to provide greater value to the expatriate community in Singapore, the Singapore Expat Association has established a...

Singapore Expats Association
Sep 30, 20252 min read


Why Company Secretary Services Are Essential for New Business Owners in Singapore
Running a business in Singapore is widely regarded as relatively straightforward, thanks to its business friendly environment, robust...

Singapore Expats Association
Aug 3, 20254 min read


Is the Employment Pass in Singapore Getting Harder to Get? Trends & Insights
Singapore has long been an attractive destination for global talent. Its reputation as a safe, well governed, and business friendly hub...

Singapore Expats Association
Jul 27, 20255 min read


What to Know When Applying for Work Passes in Singapore
If you're planning to work in Singapore as a foreigner, understanding the country's work pass system is crucial. Whether you're a...

Singapore Expats Association
Jul 13, 20252 min read


3 Reasons to Apply for a Business Grant in Singapore
Singapore is a very attractive place for entrepreneurs to set up a business. Do you have any new business plans that you’re itching to...

Singapore Expats Association
Jul 19, 20222 min read


Starting a business in Singapore
Despite being a small country island, Singapore is one of the tech-savviest smart cities in the world and has risen to the top of the...

Singapore Expats Association
Jun 9, 20223 min read
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