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Moving from Indonesia to Singapore
Everything Indonesian professionals need to know about the Employment Pass (EP), tax, housing, and settling in.
~50,000 Indonesians. Strong community networks.
Employment Pass Minimum Salary
SGD 5,600/month (age 23)
Tax Comparison
Indonesia 5-35% vs Singapore 0-24%
Tax Treaty
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA)
What works in your favor
- ✓Indonesia-Singapore DTA covers all income types
- ✓Large Indonesian community, familiar food culture
- ✓Close proximity — Jakarta 1.5h flight
- ✓Indonesian domestic helpers readily available
Things to watch out for
- ⚠Indonesian driving licence requires conversion test
- ⚠Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial (BPJS) health insurance stops during Singapore (SG) employment
- ⚠Indonesian tax authority may scrutinize overseas income
Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) Details
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) — dividends 10-15%, interest 10%, royalties 15%