Relocating from Singapore to the UK can be an exciting and challenging experience.
Here are some things to consider when planning your move:
Visa requirements:
Depending on the purpose and duration of your stay in the UK, you may need a visa. Research visa requirements well in advance and follow the application process carefully. We recommend ias services.
Cost of living:
The cost of living in the UK can be higher than in Singapore, especially in major cities like London. Consider your budget and expenses carefully when planning your move. Especially looking into the cost of heating, council tax and commuting.
Housing:
Finding suitable accommodation in London can be challenging, especially in highly sought-after areas. Research different areas and housing options before you arrive. Always look at the tube map and plot your journey to work. Having a few tube station options is advisable to make your travel less stressful.
Accommodation comparison:
A two bedroom, two bathroom flat in Sea Wind, Telok Kurau with 93.60 sq mt costs £3,123 monthly. A similar flat in Hampton Tower, Canary Wharf has two bedrooms and two bathrooms with 88.40sq mt and costs £3,465 monthly.
Culture shock:
Living in a new country can be a big adjustment, especially if you are not used to British customs and social norms. This is temporary. Give yourself time to adjust and seek resources and support networks as needed. We suggest connecting to groups like Expat Focus, a great resource to help you succeed in your relocation.
Overall, relocating from Singapore to the UK can be a rewarding adventure with proper planning and preparation.
As a corporate relocation company, over the last 18 years we have relocated hundreds of individuals, couples and families. After six months we survey how they have settled into the UK, what they have found challenging, and what they have enjoyed about the experience. The responses are summarised below:
The negatives:
- London is an expensive city to live in
- It can get crowded
- Weather
- Navigating setting up bank and internet accounts
The positives:
- Never ending choice of food and restaurants.
- Helpfulness of Londoners
- Ease of making friends
- Being so close to visiting European cities to visit
- History and architecture
- How cosmopolitan it is
- Green spaces in the city
If you need assistance in relocating from Singapore to the UK, get in touch. We are here to make your relocation a success.
