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Moving from the UK to Singapore
Everything British professionals need to know about the Employment Pass (EP), tax, housing, and settling in.
~40,000 Brits. Active British Chamber of Commerce (BritCham) and social scene.
Employment Pass Minimum Salary
SGD 5,600/month (age 23)
Tax Comparison
United Kingdom (UK) 20-45% income tax + National Insurance (NI) vs Singapore 0-24%
Tax Treaty
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA)
What works in your favor
- ✓United Kingdom (UK)-Singapore DTA with favorable rates
- ✓Strong British community (British Association, British Chamber of Commerce (BritCham))
- ✓UK driving licence converts without test
- ✓English-speaking environment, familiar legal system roots
Things to watch out for
- ⚠United Kingdom (UK) state pension: continue voluntary National Insurance (NI) contributions to protect credits
- ⚠No National Health Service (NHS) equivalent — need private health insurance
- ⚠Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) 60% if buying property as foreigner
Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) Details
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) — dividends 0-15%, interest 0-10%, royalties 8%