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Singapore

Singapore

City-state with one of the world's largest and most formally organized expat communities, including several nationality-based clubs over a century old.

Singapore

Cost of living

One of the most expensive cities globally for housing and daily costs.

Residency routes

Most foreign residents are on Employment Pass or Dependant's Pass routes tied to a sponsoring employer, which shifts a meaningful share of insurance/relocation decisions toward the employer rather than the individual — a corporate-adjacent market rather than a fully self-directed one.

Health insurance

Whether you need cover for Singapore depends on how settled you are. People who have already committed to a country usually end up on a local or international resident policy arranged with a licensed broker. People still deciding — a scouting trip, a trial year, a stretch of remote work before a fixed address — need something that moves with them.

SafetyWing is one flexible option in that second situation: nomad-oriented cover sold in short renewable terms rather than an annual resident contract. We do not quote, rate or compare policies, and we are not licensed to advise on them.

Where we would start

SafetyWing

Built for people whose situation is still in motion — a year of travel before a fixed address, or a trial period in a new country before committing. It is one flexible option for short-to-medium-term cover, not a substitute for a resident policy once you settle.

Suited to: Nomads and remote workers in an unsettled first year

Read about SafetyWing cover

We do not quote, rate or compare policies. This is a referral to the carrier, who is licensed to advise you.

Expat & Newcomer Organizations

Organisations whose stated purpose is serving expats and newcomers.

Community organisation

British Association Singapore

Singapore

One of the oldest expat associations in Singapore. Members get access to activities and special interest groups, plus fundraising and volunteering opportunities for local charities.

Community organisation

Hollandse Club

Singapore

Over a century old; a members' club with extensive sporting facilities (tennis, pools, squash, gym) that has long served Singapore's Dutch and broader expat community.

Community organisation

Singapore Expats Association (SEA)

Singapore

Community connecting expats and internationally-minded locals through networking events, social meetups, and cultural experiences; free membership with partner discounts.

Guides for Singapore