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Australia announced on August 27 that it will cap new international student enrolments at 270,000 for 2025 as part of efforts to curb record migration, which has driven up home rental prices. The enrolment cap includes 145,000 spots for universities and 95,000 for practical and skills-based courses, maintaining levels similar to 2023.

Australia to limit foreign student enrolment in migration crackdown It will cap the number of new international students at 270,000 for 2025. Read more at straitstimes.com.

In the past decade, about 80% of foreign students who applied for permanent residency (PR) in Singapore were successful. Out of 7,251 applicants between 2008 and 2017, 5,932 were granted PR status, and 1,072 later became Singapore citizens.

https://www.todayonline.com/singapore/8-10-foreign-students-who-applied-pr-last-decade-were-successful

8 in 10 foreign students who applied for PR in last decade were successful SINGAPORE — About eight in 10 foreign students who sought permanent residency here in the past decade were successful in their applications, Parliament heard on Tuesday (Feb 6).

The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) announced that from August, Changi Airport will begin trials for passport-free immigration clearance for arriving Singapore residents, using facial and iris scanners. By September, this feature will be fully implemented at all airport terminals, making the immigration process easier and more automated for both residents and departing travelers.

Passport-less immigration clearance for bikers by August, air travellers by September: ICA Trials for passport-free clearance for Singapore residents at Changi Airport’s Terminal 3 will begin on Aug 5. Read more at straitstimes.com.

🇸🇬 Singapore Employment Pass approved in just 2 working days ‼️

Application Date: 24 July 2024
Approval Date: 29 July 2024

✍️ Client Information
Name: Mr. T
Age: 42
Nationality: Chinese
Province: Sichuan
Marital Status: Married
Industry: Information and Communications Technology
Education: Secondary School

Before applying, we ensure that our clients meet the standards of Singapore's COMPASS framework. If you feel like you don't meet the criteria, we can help you with that! 😎

Congratulations again to Mr. T! It only took two working days! This proves Singapore’s efficient approval process. Education and age are no longer issues! 👏🎉

🔊We provide a one-stop service for singapore business incorporation (company set up) and EP application with a 100% success rate! If you want to know more, leave a comment or contact us now!✌🏻

Singapore is seeing an influx of Chinese food and beverage brands entering the market, as the Republic becomes a popular entry point for regional expansion. Establishing a strong brand presence in Singapore is crucial for these businesses to gain an international reputation and facilitate further expansion.

China F&B brands view Singapore as first stop before expanding to Asean SINGAPORE consumers are seeing a new wave of Chinese food and beverage (F&B) brands entering the local market as the Republic gains popularity as a point of entry to the region. Read more at The Business Times.

Hi Guys!! You are invited to join the SAChamber for an enlightening knowledge-sharing complimentary in-person session featuring our esteemed members from Fergus Consultancy Group and the Holland International School. Moderated by Michael Booth, this session offers a unique opportunity to engage in insightful discussions. Following the event, attendees can enjoy a selection of South African wines and partake in light networking. 🍾🍷

✨ Topics from Fergus Consultancy Group:
•⁠ ⁠Doing Business in Singapore
•⁠ ⁠Choosing the Right Work Passes for Your Needs
•⁠ ⁠Navigating Your Immigration Pathways in Singapore

✨ Topics from Holland International School:
•⁠ ⁠Overview of International Education in Singapore
•⁠ ⁠Navigating the Admission Process
•⁠ ⁠Support for Expat Families (how HIS can support)
•⁠ ⁠Engagement with Local Culture

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In the 2024 World’s Wealthiest Cities Report by Henley & Partners, Singapore rose two places to 4th globally. The city boasts 244,800 millionaires and attracted 3,400 high-net-worth individuals in 2023.

Singapore has more millionaires than London: report SINGAPORE is now home to 244,800 resident millionaires, 336 centi-millionaires, and 30 billionaires. Read more at The Business Times.

Chinese tourists flocked to Singapore during Labor Day 'Golden Week', with tour operators noting a minimum 20% increase in visitors during this period.

Surge in Chinese tourist arrivals in Singapore for Labour Day ‘Golden Week’ Tour operators said arrival numbers rose by at least 20 per cent during the May 1 to 5 period. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Congratulations to our client on the successful PR application (applied under family)! After 10 months of waiting, it's finally here

Singapore stands as Asia's prime destination for startups, boasting a higher number of businesses in this year's list of high-growth companies in the Asia-Pacific region than any other competing city.

How Singapore became Asia’s go-to hub for start-ups The city-state’s location, high reporting standards and reputation for stability make it an attractive base in the region

Congratulations to our client for the EP Approval 🥳
One of the most difficult approval. Ukrainian profile approved in 5 days!! 🚀

Start From 1st September, applying for a Singapore Employment Pass (EP) requires scoring at least 40 points through the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) evaluation.

*We hold a license issued by the Singapore Ministry of Manpower: 22S1218.

Let us guide you on how to achieve the required 40 points, or you can directly reach out to us for assistance!

Qualification Criteria:
C1. Salary
C2. Education
C3. Racial diversity
C4. Local workforce ratio
C5. Critical skills
C6. Economic strategic significance

An honor to attend the AustCham event on Feb 5, 2024. A day filled with insightful discussions and valuable learnings. Grateful for the opportunity to connect and grow. ✨☺️

The Republic no longer holds sole claim to having the world’s most powerful passport, sharing the distinction in 2024 with five other nations, according to the latest ranking published by the Henley Passport Index on Jan 10.

World’s most powerful passports: Singapore shares top spot with 5 other countries Singaporeans can now travel to 194 destinations visa-free, compared with 192 in 2023. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The Central Public Library has reopened its doors after an 18-month renovation, featuring a marine biodiversity-themed learning space for children, and storytelling through artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) technologies.

Central Public Library reopens with new marine biodiversity space, generative AI storytelling The revamp is part of NLB's Libraries and Archives Blueprint 2025 to cater to its patrons in a digital world. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Singapore has maintained its position as the most liveable city in Asia, according to global mobility specialist ECA International in its annual location rating report.

Singapore ranked most liveable city in Asia for 20th straight year: ECA With excellent infrastructure and facilities, low crime rates and little exposure to socio-political tensions, Singapore remains a very attractive location for expatriates

Students who sat the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma exams in Singapore in November 2023 once again outperformed their peers worldwide. Their average score was 37.76 out of 45, higher than the global average of 29.06.

IB exam results: Singapore students continue to surpass global average Students who sat the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma exams in Singapore in November 2023 once again outperformed their peers worldwide. Their average score was 37.76 out of 45, higher than the global average of 29.06. Twenty-five schools in Singapore conducted the...

Congratulations on the swift approval of your LTVP application! It's impressive that your application was processed and approved within just a few hours. Certainly, the completeness and accuracy of your application played a significant role in this quick approval 🥳👏

If you have any questions or need further information regarding LTVP or any related queries, please feel free to ask. We'll do our best to assist you!

Learn about the different considerations before you decide to let your child study in Singapore.

Studying in Singapore Learn about the different considerations before you decide to let your child study in Singapore.

MORE than a third of international firms with an in-market presence say they will prioritise their growth in Singapore over the next two years, according to the findings of a new survey by HSBC released on Wednesday (Sep 6).

Singapore is top Asean destination for companies looking to expand footprint in next 2 years: HSBC survey MORE than a third of international firms with an in-market presence say they will prioritise their growth in Singapore over the next two years, according to the findings of a new survey by HSBC released on Wednesday (Sep 6). Read more at The Business Times.

What kind of pass should you hold in singapore?

1. Professional
- Employment Pass (EP)
- Personalized Employment Pass (PEP)
- Overseas networks and expertise pass (ONE PASS)
- TECH PASS

2. Business Owners
- Entre Pass
- Self employeed employment pass
- Dependant's Pass - Letter of consent (LOC)

3. Investors
- Angle Investors
- Global Investor Program

4. Family Members
- Dependant's Pass
- Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP)
- Work-Holiday Pass
- Training Employment Pass

5. Students
- Student Pass
- Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) for job search
- Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) for parents

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In the movie “Crazy Rich Asians,” the main characters move between opulent mansions and colonial-era hotels in Singapore. But the reality is the vast majority of families live in modestly-sized apartments built by the government—concentrated, high-rise housing estates that elsewhere in the world might, to some, conjure images of low-income urban blight. Yet here, the concrete suburbs are well-maintained by the state and their basic, functional flats are lovingly renovated by the owners, often with the help of professional interior designers using the finest materials.

Why Singapore Has One of the Highest Home Ownership Rates Singapore’s affordable housing program worked so well that some of its subsidized apartments now resell for more than $700,000.

HONG KONG - Making the decision to live and work abroad is a huge undertaking, especially if you’re uprooting your family. And perhaps the biggest question of all is: “Where do we go?”

Singapore is the best city in Asia for expats again: Mercer survey Singapore has been first in Asia at least six other times but has never broken into the top 10 globally. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SINGAPORE: Over the next three to five years, Singapore aims to more than triple the number of artificial intelligence (AI) practitioners here to 15,000, and establish an “iconic” site to nurture the country’s AI community.

Singapore to triple AI talent pool, build 'iconic' AI site as part of updated national strategy Singapore's second National Artificial Intelligence Strategy lays out how the country plans to harness AI for the public good over the next three to five years.

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Contact us at [email protected] or +65 87922664 for any enquiries. You may also visit our website (link in bio) for more information.

SINGAPORE - Singapore’s Central Provident Fund (CPF) has retained its top spot in Asia, according to an annual global index.

Singapore’s CPF is the best pension system in Asia: Mercer index It is also the only Asian pension system among the top 10 globally. Read more at straitstimes.com.

An increasing number of clients at Elliott’s firm have chosen to invest their regional treasury capabilities in Singapore, he noted. ANZ Group now has about 800 people in Singapore, double its headcount in Hong Kong.

Singapore is winning out over Hong Kong, ANZ bank CEO says ANZ Group Holdings chief executive officer Shayne Elliott said that his customers moved more of their business to Singapore from Hong Kong in the past few years as the smaller Asia-Pacific trading hub narrows the gap to its larger rival. Read more at The Business Times.

Congratulations to our client for the successful Employment Pass application!

Contact us at [email protected] or +65 87922664 for any enquiries. You may also visit our website (link in bio) for more information.