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Moving from South Korea to Singapore
Everything Korean professionals need to know about the Employment Pass (EP), tax, housing, and settling in.
~20,000 Koreans. Korean schools and churches available.
Employment Pass Minimum Salary
SGD 5,600/month (age 23)
Tax Comparison
Korea 6-45% vs Singapore 0-24%
Tax Treaty
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA)
What works in your favor
- ✓Korea-Singapore DTA prevents double taxation
- ✓Korean community well-established (Korean Association)
- ✓Korean food widely available
- ✓Similar work culture intensity
Things to watch out for
- ⚠Korean males 18-35: military service obligations continue abroad
- ⚠Must obtain overseas travel permits from Military Manpower Administration
- ⚠Non-compliance can result in up to 3 years imprisonment
Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) Details
Full Double Taxation Agreement (DTA) — standard rates apply