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• Some companies can use GDFRA-D online services to help them get visas, so check with them first before going through the process on your own.

• When you apply for your visa, you should sign up for your NIC.

• There are lots of ways to get around, and the Nol card works for all public transportation.

Before the global economic crisis, many large companies thought about moving to Dubai or opening a field office there as a way to make more money. Even though the economy is bad, Dubai still has a lot to offer. Many foreign companies and international financial institutions still choose to move there.

Dry Heat and Deserts

Abu Dhabi and Sharjah are two emirates that are close by. Like them, Dubai has a hot climate with little rain throughout the year but a lot of humidity along the coast. During the summer, it can get as hot as 45°C. But moving to Dubai doesn’t mean you have to leave your new home in the summer when it’s hot and humid. There is air conditioning in hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, and public transportation.

Foreigners who move to Dubai may feel overwhelmed by the desert, which makes up most of the city’s landscape. Dubai does not have any natural oases or bodies of water like its southern neighbour Abu Dhabi. But the city is split into a western part and an eastern part by a natural creek (Deira). Even though the creek has been dredged, it is still pretty big. The fastest way to get from Deira to Dubai City is by boat.

Visit or Visa?

If you are a citizen of one of the 46 countries that can get a visit visa when you arrive in Dubai, you won’t have any trouble getting into the emirate on a visit visa. People from other countries need to find a UAE citizen or resident who will sponsor them. It’s the same for people who move to Dubai for work. Employment visas are always something that your employer should help you get.

All questions about visas for expats should be sent to the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs-Dubai (GDRFA-D). It has many locations all over the city. Most of them are open from 7:30 to 20:00, but some don’t open until 8:00 and some close at 14:30. After moving to Dubai, people with questions or problems can call the Amer Service, which is a GDRFA-D customer service line.

Employment Visa

The online services of GDRFA-D help local companies whose foreign employees move to Dubai. Companies don’t have to go to the GDRFA-D in person to get entry permits because they can print them on their own. Remember that rules about visas can change. So, the best thing to do before you move is to contact the UAE consulate or embassy closest to you to find out what the rules are now.

Once the work visa is taken care of, you will need to apply for more papers. When moving to Dubai, expats are required to get a health card and a residence permit. Within 60 days of your arrival, your employer must also apply for your e-card and e-contract.

Customs and Registration in Dubai

National Identity Card

In 2006, the National Identity Card (NIC) was put into place. With its advanced ID features, it should soon replace labour cards, passports, and other forms of ID for Emiratis and expats in Dubai. When the card was first made, only Emiratis and people from the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) who lived in the UAE could sign up. Immigrant workers and people living abroad can now also sign up.

Since September 2010, children over 15 years old are also required to sign up for a National Identity Card. The Emirates ID Card is now linked directly to an application for a residence visa. This makes the whole process much easier for expats. You have to do the following things to get a National Identity Card:

Go to one of the many approved typing centres and fill out the e-form there. After that, you’ll have to pay the registration and service fees.

Then, you’ll get a text message telling you when and where to get your photo and fingerprints taken.

Go to the EIDA service your text message told you to go to, and don’t forget to bring your passport.

Have your picture, your fingerprints, and your biometric information taken.

Your National Identity Card will be sent to you in the mail.

Entering through Dubai’s Airport

People who move to Dubai will also be able to take advantage of it being a travel hub for the Middle East. Dubai is a popular place for expats and tourists alike. It has two international ports, two international airports, and its own airline. Every year, more than 60 million people go through Dubai International Airport. Here, more than 130 airlines fly to more than 200 different places.

If you want to make your arrival easier, you can use the Marhaba service to get through the airport’s passport checks faster. For a small fee, an airport worker will meet you when you get there and help you with the controls, take you to the place where you can get your bags, and help you with ground control.

Customs Regulations

Expats and visitors to Dubai need to be aware of current customs regulations before they enter the country.

Certain items, such as all kinds of narcotic drugs, are prohibited. The same applies to certain kinds of medication. If you regularly need to take a certain type of prescription medicine, make sure to bring a prescription or a medical certificate from a UAE-licensed practitioner. You should not import more than a personal supply to see you through for a period of three months.

Other prohibited items might include:

poppy seeds, qat leaf, betel leaf or nuts, niswar (a kind of chewing tobacco) and gutkha (an Indian preparation of chewing tobacco and betel nuts)

pornographic material

non-Islamic religious pamphlets

fireworks

ivory and rhinoceros horn

endangered animal species

weapons and ammunition

chemical and organic fertilizers

gambling tools

any objects that do not adhere to the religious and moral values of the UAE

Transportation in Dubai

The Modern Metro

Since 2009, the Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has been in charge of the red and green metro lines. These two lines go in different directions and stop at different places, giving people an option besides driving. The metro is a comfortable and modern way to get around. It has separate cabins for women and children, as well as a silver class and a gold class.

People pay their fares by buying a ticket, which is called a “Nol card.” There are four types of Nol cards: red for visitors and tourists, blue for regular users, silver for occasional travellers, and gold for people who want to ride in the Metro Gold Class cabins. RTA Wojhati is a tool you can use to plan your trip (journey planner). It helps you plan your route, taking into account both the Dubai metro and other public transportation options.

On the Road

Besides cars, taxis are the most common way to get around in Dubai. You can get a taxi anywhere in Dubai, or you can book one ahead of time. There is a service for booking and making reservations online. Women who don’t feel safe or comfortable with male drivers can book “pink taxis” with female drivers.

Buses can be used instead of taxis. Different residential, industrial, and business districts in Dubai are linked by bus services. People can also take night buses and buses that go between emirates. Dubai just recently built bus stops with air conditioning to make it more comfortable for people to wait for the bus.

Like with the metro, you buy a Nol card before getting on a bus to pay for your fare. You can get them at RTA outlets, Dubai Metro stations, and a few bus stations. Dubai has 5 zones, and prices vary depending on where you want to go.

Taking the Water Route

Abras are traditional wooden boats with motors that can be used to get around on the water or to cross a creek. For 100 AED per hour, you can hire them to cruise along the creek. Most people, though, use water buses, which are run by the RTA marine agency. Commuters can choose from five different routes that cost between 2 and 5 AED per person. The Nol card can also be used to pay.

In July 2010, Dubai also started a water taxi service. Water taxis can carry up to 11 people and have ramps, LCD screens, air-conditioned cabins, and other nice features. They can leave the creek and go through the Gulf of Mexico, unlike water buses and abras.

Water taxis take people from places like Deira Old Souk or Jebel Ali Golf resort to other places. They run from 10:00 to 22:00. Passengers must call RTA or their hotel’s service staff in advance to book rides on the water taxi. When the passenger makes the reservation, they agree on the price.

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If you have a valid work, student, or permanent residency permit, you can bring personal and household items into Singapore without having to pay GST (Goods and Services Tax). Citizens who return home after living abroad for a long time may also not have to pay taxes.

SINGAPORE MOVING COMPANY

Every year, we handle over a thousand removals into Singapore from all over the world. An incredible 90% of customers who relocate to Singapore will contact us again when it is time to return home or relocate elsewhere. Our customised service is unparalleled. We have earned our reputation and customer’s trust by treating each move with the same care and attention to detail while also acknowledging that each move is unique.

Top Expat Destination

Whether you’re moving to Singapore for a short-term job or as an expat, BAXTER is the best international moving company that can help you plan and carry out every step of your move. We take care of the whole process ourselves because we have a lot of experience and are good at what we do. We also have our own office and operations in Singapore. Singapore is the smallest country in Southeast Asia, and it is also one of the wealthiest countries in the world. It has some of the best infrastructure in the world and is one of the best places to do business. It is also one of the safest countries in the world, making it a great place to move with your family.

Leading Industry

The manufacturing industry is the most important one in Singapore right now, with 20–25 percent of the country’s GDP.

Average rental cost

In the middle of town $4000 a month and up

Outside of the city centre, $1800 per month and up

Biggest telecommunications providers in Singapore

Singtel is the biggest company in Singapore that helps people talk to each other. The average cost of a personal cell phone plan is SGD$60 per month.

Popular places in the city

The Boomarang bistro and bar is close to Singapore’s nightlife. Robertson Quay, which is right next to Clarke Quay, has not only the best restaurants but also the best bars. Not only are they great places to have a party, but they also allow pets. This trait is hard to find in Singapore.

Tax Singapore

People won’t have to pay taxes on income that comes from outside of Singapore. The government does not have a tax on capital gains or a single tax rate. The goal of this tax structure is to get people to invest. Personal income tax doesn’t apply to people who work on the island for less than 60 days. People who work between 61 and 183 days are taxed at a rate that is higher than 15% or the resident tax rate.

Customs

Goods and Services Tax will be paid when personal and household items are brought into Singapore (GST). People must fill out a Customs-in-payment (GST) form to keep track of the goods they bring into the country and pay GST. GST relief may be eligible to foreigners transferring residence or migrating to Singapore.

RELOCATING OR MOVING TO SINGAPORE

Singapore’s economy is one of the four Asian Tiger economies, which are Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan. It is a wealthy Asian city-state. It is a thriving global financial centre and is often called the economic leader of Asia. The country takes pride in being safe and stable. It is known for having strict laws and being conservative.

BAXTER is the best choice for an international moving company, whether you are moving to Singapore for a short or long-term assignment or moving back home. We are proud to be able to move people to and from one of the most important financial centres in the world.

BAXTER – MOVE MANAGEMENT SPECIALISTS

Getting a job in Singapore? We know how to move to Singapore, so you can count on us. We will tell you what paperwork you need and what you need to do for your move. Our Move management team will work with you from the beginning to make sure you have everything ready before the move. We will also be happy to help you and your family get set up in Singapore, in addition to helping with the physical move. We can help you find a school or home, connect your utilities, lease a car, and do many other things. Just tell us what you want, and we’ll do our best to meet your needs.

What are my Shipping Options?

After looking at your budget and how long you have to move to Singapore, we will suggest the best way to get there. We offer the following moving services into Singapore at the moment:

Air freight

Groupage / Shared Shipments

LCL (Less than Container Load)

FCL (Full Container Load)

Air Freight

Most airfreight shipments are picked up and moved within 48 hours of being packed. The flight takes less than a day, but getting through Singapore’s customs could take up to 4 days. For fast shipping when price is not the most important thing.

LCL Shipments

Less than container load is what LCL stands for. This is the best way to ship your goods if it costs less than getting a quote for a full container and you don’t have time to wait for us to fill a groupage container. After your goods are packed up at your home, they will be sent to the warehouse of the consolidators to be shipped out.

FCL Shipments

Full Container Load is what FCL stands for. When we know that your goods will fill more than half of the container, it is often cheaper to book the whole container. This method of shipping has the fewest middlemen, which makes the supply chain easier to control. This also means that your goods are less likely to get damaged.

Groupage Shipping

Small shipments to Singapore can be sent for the least amount of money through groupage shipping. Your items are packed and kept in our warehouse until we have enough to ship in a shared container.
Talk to us right now to find out how we can help you move to Singapore.

Items to be declared for Move to Singapore

The following items are controlled and must be declared as they may require inspection and sometimes certification from the origin country.

Physical cash or Bearer Negotiable Instruments (CBNI) worth more than S$20,000 in total.

Medication (Over-the counter or prescribed).

DVDs, VHS tapes, CDs, and books with copy protection.

Herbal or traditional medicines

Items that are protected by CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna.

Restricted goods to Singapore

Chewing gum (except dental and medicated gum)

Chewing tobacco and products that look like tobacco (for example, electronic cigarettes)

Pistol or revolver-shaped cigarette lighters

Controlled drugs and substances that affect the mind

Firecrackers

Articles, books, videotapes, videodiscs, and software that are obscene

Reproductions of books, videotapes, and videodiscs with copy rights

Materials that are harmful and against the law.