Pinoy in Singapore

Here’s a site I came across recently.  It’s a Guide to Working and Living in Singapore. 

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Here’s an upcoming event that I think a lot of Kababayans would be interested in:
What: JobsCentral Career and Learning Fair 2008

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Here’s something quite helpful for those who are currently or planning to look for employment in Singapore.
The Ministry of Manpower just released its Reports on Wages in Singapore for 2007 and the Manpower Statistics for 2008.  Now there’s a lot of information right there (and I mean a LOT), but I think most people will [...]

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This is a good opportunity for kababayans looking for work in Singapore to have all potential employers in one place. Career fairs are held regularly in Singapore and I’m sure it’s helped a lot of Pinoys in the past.
I read in the paper that there’s gonna be a CATS Recruit Career Fair at Suntec [...]

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Then I’m sure you will find this FAQ very informative. 
Good luck!

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While doing my own research on the pros and cons of applying for PR status, I came across this flyer from KPMG.  I think a lot of Pinoys who, like us, are considering whether to apply for PR or not will find this informative. 
One of the important things to consider but is probably not given much thought [...]

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When going outside the country, OFW’s are required to get an exit pass from the Philippine embassy or at i-Remit in Lucky Plaza on Sundays. 
 The Exit Pass cost S$6.00 each.  But have you noticed that the receipt they issue is for P6.00 only.   It makes it impossible to reimburse the Exit Pass with your company [...]

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It’s a question most Pinoy expats will eventually face.  It’s the question Mr. Tsiken and I are currently looking into. 
So what are the pros and cons of sticking to your employment pass vs going for the permanent resident status?  Here’s what I gathered so far:

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The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) is the government body responsible for administering, assessing, collecting and enforcing payment of taxes much like BIR is in the Philippines.
In the Philippines, when regular employees receive their salary, usually the tax due is already deducted.  In Singapore,

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No need to apply for a new work pass when changing jobsAs a PEP holder, you may take on a new job in Singapore without having to worry about re-applying for a new work pass when changing jobs.

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Eligibility
The EP is for foreigners who:

Earn a fixed monthly salary of more than $2,500; and
Have recognised qualifications.

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