Moving Checklist
To ensure that your move to Singapore is free of hiccups, here is a checklist of things to note before your arrival.
Financial Matters
- Complete all taxation and legal matters that will affect you and your family
- Arrange for medical insurance
- Set up a bank account
Travel Plans
- Check with the Singapore embassy in your country whether you need a visa to enter Singapore.
- Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months from the day you plan to enter Singapore
- Settle your travel and accommodation plans
- Engage a relocation or moving company
- Arrange for schools for your kids in advance - some international schools have long waiting lists
- Inform relatives and friends of your change of address, give them your new contact details
Important Documents
- Birth, marriage (or divorce certificates) (for whole family)
- Identification card
- Medical and dental records, including inoculation records
- Medical prescriptions
- Pension and insurance records
- Recent bank statements
- School diplomas and reports (for children)
- Update resume and letters of recommendation
- Employment contract and copies of previous employment contracts
- Driver’s license
- Passport photos
Customs
- Make sure the items you plan to bring with you meet Singapore custom’s regulations
- Some items are dutiable, others are prohibited by law.
- Make sure your electrical items follow the British system or else, bring an adapter