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Moving from the Philippines to Singapore

Everything Filipino professionals need to know about the Employment Pass (EP), tax, housing, and settling in.

~200,000 Filipinos. One of the largest communities.

Employment Pass Minimum Salary

SGD 5,600/month (age 23)

Tax Comparison

Philippines 0-35% vs Singapore 0-24%

Tax Treaty

Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA)

What works in your favor

  • Philippines-Singapore DTA prevents double taxation
  • English fluency — no language barrier
  • Large Filipino community and support networks
  • Similar tropical climate

Things to watch out for

  • Philippines exit clearance (Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR)) may be required
  • Social Security System (SSS)/Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) contributions stop during Singapore (SG) employment
  • Filipino driving licence requires conversion test

Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) Details

Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) — dividends 15-25%, interest 15%, royalties 15-25%

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All data from official sources (Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS), Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA)). Not legal or financial advice.