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INFOrmation Pages: AngloINFO Singapore

· Business Services

· Cars, Bikes & Driving

· Community Life: Singapore

· Computers & Technology

· Education & Training

· Entertainment & Arts

· Family Life & Living In Singapore

· Financial & Legal

· Food & Drink

· Health, Fitness & Beauty

· House & Home Improvements

· Property & Real Estate

· Shopping & Style

· Sport & Leisure

· Travel & Tourism

Business Services

· Business News (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
The very latest European and World business news, available online from the AngloINFO Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Closing a Business in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information on the various processes to be followed to close a Singapore business, partnership or corporation. With details on the paperwork required and which government organisations to go though to complete closure.

· Corporate Tax in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
The taxes due to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) by corporations and businesses operating in Singapore. What taxes are payable and information on withholding tax, cess and GST (Goods & Services Tax).

· Employment-related Passes in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information on the various passes available to an employee and their family in Singapore. Details of eligibility, the process and paperwork needed to apply or change the employer details for an EntrePass, Dependant Pass, Social Visit Pass or Work Permit.

· Finding Work in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Guidance on how best to approach a job search for high-end employment in Singapore, whether through headhunters, newspaper adverts or networking. The role of a good curriculum vitae and how to communicate your qualifications.

· Singapore Business Etiquette (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information and guidance on the basics of polite business interaction in Singapore with details on the cultural norms involved when making meetings, taking meetings, making business introductions and handing over business cards and giving gifts.

· Singapore: Facts & Figures (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
The core information on the people and their history, geography, politics, military, economy and statistics everyone needs to know about Singapore, supplied by the CIA.

· Starting a Business in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Business Services)
Information on business start-up in Singapore, with details on the various regimes (partnerships, companies), the registration process and information pertinent to foreigners wishing to open a commercial operation in the country.

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Cars, Bikes & Driving

· Buying & Selling a New or Used Car in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on the paperwork and process involved whether buying a new car from a dealership or a secondhand car through a classified advertisement. Details on the documents required and where they must be sent.

· Driving in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Motoring notes on the driving laws and you. An introduction to what you must (and must not) do when driving on Singapore roads: licences, speeding, parking and alcohol intake limits. Disabled parking permission

· Driving Licences in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on driving permits: how to apply for and take a learner's drining test to aquire a licence to drive in Singapore.

· Exchanging a Foreign Driving Licence in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on driving permits in Singapore: who can drive on a foreign driver's licence, and for how long. Information on when and how to exchange a license.

· Importing a Foreign Vehicle to Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on how to bring a car or motorbike to Singapore: the regulations and restrictions, the paperwork required and where to go to apply for and put an import in process.

· Registering a Motor Vehicle in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on the process and permissions required to register a car to travel on Singapore roads. With details on making an application and bid for a Certificate of Entitlement (COE), the Vehicle Quota System, de-registration and how to export a car.

· Road Traffic Accidents in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on what to do in the event of a car crash in Singapore and how to report the accident to the police. Information includes details on how to proceed if there are no injuries and if people are hurt.

· Vehicle Insurance in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Cars, Bikes & Driving)
Information on vehicle and driver insurance (Third Party, Passenger Insurance, Comprehensive Insurance), what to do when you have a road traffic accident and how to make a claim from your insurer after a car crash.

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Community Life: Singapore

· Consular Services for Foreign Residents in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Consulates & Embassies)
UK and US consulates provide services for citizens in need, including replacement of lost or stolen passports and help and advice in difficult situations.

· Cultural Norms & Traditions (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
A simple introduction to the various cultures and religions which share the small island of Singapore.

· English-Language Media (The AngloFILE: News, Weather, TV & Radio)
A world of information, both local and global - in English. The international English-language print and broadcast media that is available to you if you live in Singapore.

· Families & Kids Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
Your place to discuss anything connected with families, parents and their children in Singapore.

· Lost or Stolen Credit Cards & Mobile Phones (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Who and where to call and what to do in the event of loss or theft of bank cards and cellular telephones.

· National Administration (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
Contact information for the many national administrative offices in Singapore. The place to go for residency papers, vehicle registration, driving licences, employment, education, heath or legal affairs.

· Postal codes (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Posting a letter in Singapore? The post code numbers for all addresses in Singapore that make up the districts of the island.

· Public Holidays Singapore (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
A calendar of the Singaporean national vacation days when businesses, schools and banks holiday and people get the day off, with links to holidays in the UK and US.

· Singapore Administration (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Contact information for the national administrative offices in Singapore. The place to go for residency papers, vehicle registration papers, driving licences and more in Singapore.

· Singapore Weather (The AngloFILE: News, Weather, TV & Radio)
Today's weather in your area, with a seven day forecast to help you plan ahead. The service includes high and low temperatures, wind forecast, humidity and likelihood of rain or other weather conditions.

· The AngloINFO Newsroom (The AngloFILE: News, Weather, TV & Radio)
The latest Singaporean, and World news. Also Technology, Business, Sport and Entertainment news

· Utilities - Service Numbers in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Practical Information)
Problems with your telephone, water, electricity or gas? Find the contact numbers for the main utility services in Singapore.

· Voting in the Australian Federal Elections (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote fromVoting in the Australian Federal Elections.

· Voting in the US Presidential Elections (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
The absentee ballot: How to register and make your vote from overseas in the US Presidential election.

· Voting in UK General Elections (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
Everything the expatriate UK citizen needs to know about voting in the General Elections - the key facts and contact details.

· What's On - Across Singapore (The AngloFILE: Community Life: Singapore)
AngloINFO Singapore's comprehensive English-language guide to What's On throughout the area, with events, music, sport and more…

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Computers & Technology

· AngloFILE Category A-Z (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
All the AngloFILE's categories listed in alphabetical order.

· AngloINFO Discussion Forums (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The place for you to exchange views and share useful information. Plus free private classifieds! AngloINFO's discussion forums have it all...

· AngloINFO on the Road (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
You can take it with you, thanks to AngloINFO's range of mobile offerings - information at your fingertips for owners of PalmOS or Windows CE palmtops, and also WAP cellphones.

· AngloINFO Postcards (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Send digital AngloINFO Postcards for free! These Web-based Singapore greetings cards are ideal for all occasions - and you can send them to anyone with an e-mail address.

· AngloINFO Update (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
AngloINFO's weekly e-Mailed newsletter - sign up now!

· AngloINFO's Explorer Bar (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Internet Explorer users can have AngloINFO's most popular elements at their fingertips with this handy utility, that just plugs into the Web browser!

· Classified Advertisements (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
Do you have something to buy or sell? Are you offering or looking for property and real estate? Or seeking staff, or a job? AngloINFO's Classified Advertisements offer you two great options.

· Free Wireless Internet Access (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
Three Singapore telecommunications companies provide access to the wireless Internet available across large reaches of the island. Here is information on how to sign up to access this connection service.

· INFOrmation Index (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The alphabetical list of AngloINFO's INFOrmation pages - the essential facts about life in Singapore.

· International IDD Calls From Singapore (The AngloFILE: Internet, Telephone, Mobile, VOIP & WiFi)
IDD, or International Direct Dial, is the international prefix used to make overseas calls from a country. Singapore has many telecoms companies providing a variety of IDD services. You can find out if there is one offering a service for your needs.

· Linking to AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
How to get us on to your site - for free.

· Technology News (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
The latest Internet and Information Technology news stories, available from AngloINFO's Newsroom - updated every 15 minutes.

· Telephone Directories (The AngloFILE: Internet, Telephone, Mobile, VOIP & WiFi)
Online phone books for Singapore, the UK, the USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, the Scandinavian countries and others of relevance to AngloINFO's users.

· Telephones & Internet (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
Essential contact information for landline telephones, mobile cellular phones and Internet connections for private, domestic or business use in Singapore as provided by national telephone services telecommunications supplier, SingTel, and other suppliers

· The AngloFILE (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
The AngloFILE is AngloINFO's comprehensive directory of businesses and services available, in English, throughout the region. Browse through the various Categories and Sub-Categories until you find what you want, or try out the powerful search facility.

· The Pocket AngloFILE (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
You can carry a compact version of the AngloFILE with you wherever you go! The Pocket AngloFILE works with palmtop and handheld computers running PalmOS or Windows CE.

· What's New on AngloINFO (The AngloFILE: AngloINFO)
What's new on AngloINFO - where we list the recent additions to the site.

· WiFi Hotspots & Wireless Access (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
Accessing the internet in Singapore is easy, regardless of whether you have a SingTel or SingNet subscription or whether you are a visitor to the island. Find out how to get on line with wireless.

· WiFi Hotspots in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Computers & Technology)
How to find a public-access wireless Internet (802.11) hotspot in Singapore or elsewhere, or even throughout the world.

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Education & Training

· School Holidays in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
The school calendar for Singapore: when schools of Singapore close for vacations and the children are on holiday date dates

· Schooling in Singapore (The AngloFILE: International Expat Schools)
The basics of the education system in Singapore for children in the school system in Singapore. Information includes all the stages from creche to pre-primary, primary and secondary education and international schooling.

· Singapore Work-Holiday Pass Program (The AngloFILE: Education & Training)
Students from a number of universities internationally (including those in the UK, Europe and the US) may apply for a 6-month work holiday in Singapore. This applies to newly enrolled students, graduates and postgraduates wanting work experience.

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Entertainment & Arts

· AngloINFO Bookshop (The AngloFILE: Books & Bookshops)
Titles relevant to Singapore on the subjects of biographies, art, history, cookery, the home and guides for foreign children and families moving to and living in the island state. Order online from Amazon.

· English-Language Cinema (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Information on where and how to find full listings of what's on at the movies today, and in the near future. Where to find out what's showing in Singapore and how to book your seat at the cinema.

· Entertainment News (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The latest entertainment news from around the world, available online from AngloINFO.

· Festivals in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
With its multicultural nature, Singapore has a full calendar of colourful festivals throughout the year, including the Festival of Lights (Deepavali), Chinese New Year celebrations and the Buddhist celebration of Vesak Day.

· Literature (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
The top titles set in Singapore, from the AngloINFO Bookshop - order online!

· Television in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Getting to grips with TV standards, understanding where and how to pay the TV licence fees, and what's available to the TV viewer in Singapore.

· Theatre & Concerts (The AngloFILE: Entertainment & Arts)
Information on the theatre and concert venues of Singapore where many national and international plays and pieces are performed.

· What's On: Art (The AngloFILE: Art Galleries, Artists & Exhibitions)
Forthcoming Art events and exhibitions in Singapore, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Classical Music (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Entertainers)
Forthcoming classical music events in Singapore, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Rock, Pop & Soul (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Entertainers)
Forthcoming rock and pop music events in Singapore, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

· What's On: Theatre & Shows (The AngloFILE: Theatre, Music & Entertainers)
Forthcoming performances and theatrical events at venues across Singapore, from AngloINFO's What's On guide.

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Family Life & Living In Singapore

· Adoption in Singapore: Adopting a child or infant (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living In Singapore)
The process involved for a foreigner or Singaporean to adopt a foreign-born or Singaporean-born child or baby while living in the country.

· Counsellors, Therapy & Psychologists in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Counselling, Therapy & Psychology)
Explanation on the difference between the services provided by counsellors, psychologists and psychiatrists and the qualifications and training disciplines you can expect from those practising in Singapore.

· Daylight Savings Time (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living In Singapore)
Singapore does not have varying time zones, nor does it employ daylight savings. However it is useful to know when the clocks change (moving from winter standard time to summer time) in other countries of the world.

· Death & Dying in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living In Singapore)
Information on how to proceed if you need to report the death of a person in Singapore. Also information on burial, cremations and the repatriation of remains the deceased's home country.

· Employing Domestic Workers (The AngloFILE: Domestic Help & Maid Agencies)
Information on the paperwork and process involved to hire domestic cleaning staff in Singapore - whether offering a job to a foreign worker or transferring employment contracts - details on forms, insurance, bonds and other issues required by MOM.

· Essential Animal Contacts (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Who to call for animal information, where to go and how the law affects you and your pet when moving to or living in Singapore.

· Exporting Pet & Animals from Singapore (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Information on the process, paperwork - including health certificate, export permit and dog licence - needed when preparing your pet for travel from Singapore.

· Parents and Children in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living In Singapore)
From birth to young adulthood: a guide to activities and facilities available to foreign families: school and traditions, vacation camps, toddlers groups for mothers and babies, family festivals in Singapore and much more relevant to family life.

· Permanent Residency Applications in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Family Life & Living In Singapore)
Information on residence permits for foreigners moving to Singapore: the requirements for an application for Permanent Residency (PR): who needs what, where to go and the documentation needed for family members. Also information for Work Pass Holders.

· Pet Travel and Moving with Animals to Singapore (The AngloFILE: Dogs, Cats, Pets & Animals)
Information on the permits, paperwork and vaccinations needed when travelling with your pet to Singapore. What to do before you leave, on arrival and details of the quarantine process. Also a list of breeds not permitted on the island.

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Financial & Legal

· Banking in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on the types of banks able to offer retail banking services in Singapore. Also information on opening a Singaporean bank account: who may do so and what documents to provide, the credit and debit cards, payment methods, cheques and mortgages.

· Exchange Rates (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Real-time currency conversion between the world's currencies - here at AngloINFO.

· Financial & Legal Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on banking, tax, mortgages, insurance and other matters relating to law and money.

· Foreign Exchange Options (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
A guide to how the money markets works with information on currency transfer options available if you need to exchange US Dollars, Pound Sterling or any other currency for Singapore Dollars (SGD), whether in a single transfer or on a regular basis.

· Getting Married in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Family Law, Marriage & Divorce)
Here, we explain all you need to know about having your wedding in Singapore. Information on the marriage process for foreigners: what to expect, where to go and the documents required for the legal process.

· Glossary of Foreign Exchange Terminology (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Jargon guide to the various terms used in currency conversion market; the meaning of terms such as: Stop loss order, Rollover, Floating exchange rate. If you don't understand your bank or broker, perhaps the answer is here.

· Income Tax in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on the taxation scheme in Singapore: general taxation on income, how it's calculated, when to pay tax, the exemptions, reliefs and rebates, taxes on foreign income and taxes payable by a Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR).

· Pensions for British Expatriates (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
In April 2006 (A Day) changes were introduced to British pension legislation with some changes having an impact on British nationals living outside the UK. The laws vary depending on your residency and tax status. Information on contributions and QROPS.

· Property Tax (The AngloFILE: Taxation & Financial Services)
An explanation of the property taxes charged to a homeowner in Singapore and those due to a property owner who rents to tenants. Also information on deductible and non-deductible expenses and withholding taxes.

· Taxes in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Financial & Legal)
Information on withholding, capital gains tax, trusts, estate duty and stamp duty with details on who is liable to pay what amount, when and to what organisation.

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Food & Drink

· Food & Drink Bookshop (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Books on Malaysian, Indonesian and Singaporean cuisine, with food travel and recipe books in the AngloINFO Bookshop. Order online from Amazon.

· Wet Markets of Singapore (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Singapore is known for its morning markets selling fresh fruits, vegetables, meats and of course, fish. Known as "wet markets", find out here what local ingredients are for sale where.

· Wines & Foods (The AngloFILE: Food & Drink)
Information on the availablility of wine and spirits in Singapore, along with details on import permissions needed to bring in liquour for personal use. Also some facts on Singaporean food and cuisine.

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Health, Fitness & Beauty

· Allergies in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the allergies affecting people in Singapore as well as their symptoms including rhinitis, asthma, eczema and food allergies. A brief look at allergy treatments such as immunotherapy and medication.

· Children with Disabilities in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on the resources, schools and facilities for children with disabilities in Singapore. Includes contacts for children with autism, cerebral palsy, ADD, dyslexia, muscular dystrophy, hearing or sight impairment, physical disabilities and more.

· Dengue and Mosquitoes in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Dengue fever is an infection brought about by exposure to a particular type of mosquito that is becoming more prevalent in Singapore. While there is no vaccination, find out about the ways to protect yourself, and the treatments available.

· Emergency Telephone Numbers (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Emergency services: the numbers to call for Fire, Police and Ambulance. Also sea rescue, drug help, poisons and emergency doctors and hospitals.

· Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Hand-Foot-Mouth Disease or HFMD (not connected to the animal ailment Foot and Mouth Disease) is present in Singapore and most prevalent where toddlers to 10 year olds get together. Find out about the symptoms, diagnosis and how to protect your child.

· Having a Baby in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Pregnancy & Childbirth)
The administrative details you need to know: who to contact and what to expect from the Singaporean system on clinics, vaccinations and registration of the birth.

· Helplines (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Child abuse, women abuse, drugs, HIV/AIDS, cancer support, alcoholics anonymous, suicide crisis line: the various organisations and associations that provide support and counselling to adults and children in need of comfort.

· Invitro Fertilisation (IVF) in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Gynaecology & Obstetrics)
Information on the process, both legal and medical, of IVF treatment for women struggling to become pregnant in Singapore: who is eligible, the Artificial Reproductive Centres (ART) where it happens and the age, and other, restrictions on eligible women.

· Malaria and Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
While Singapore itself does not have a problem with malaria, many neighbouring countries do. Residents planning visits to should know what protective medication is available and how to use it for maximum control against bites.

· Medical System in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
The Singaporean healthcare services: the facilities and medical services provided by the government and the private options available and health care rates.

· Mycoplasma Infection in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Mycoplasma is an infectious illness with flu-like symptoms. Find out what it is, how to recognise it and how best to treat the virus, as well as how to avoid catching it or spreading it to family and the public.

· Notes for the Disabled (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Resources for disabled: wheelchair bound, physically disabled, hearing or sight-impaired members of the community. Information on government aid and social security organisations, non-profit organisations and parking facilities.

· Termination of Pregnancy/Abortion in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Health, Fitness & Beauty)
Information on who to contact and how to proceed in the event of an unwanted pregnancy. Also information on the types of termination practised, the counselling available and general health promotion.

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House & Home Improvements

· Building Construction & Permits in Singapore (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on the planning permission needed, process involved and matters of responsibility when planning to alter or renovate property in Singapore.

· Electrical Goods & Appliances (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Information on the domestic power available, wall socket plugs and voltage of kitchen and living room (fridges, TVs) appliances. Also information on the television standards used in Singapore

· Home & Garden Discussion Forum (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
This is the place to ask questions and share information on anything to do with your house, renovations, building projects, swimming pools, furniture and interior design ideas.

· Moving To, In & Leaving Singapore (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Arriving in Singapore or moving house in the country requires certain procedures: subscribing to and disconnecting utilities (gas, water and electricity), changing an address. Information on the SingPass and how to get and use it.

· Services: Electricity, Gas, Water (The AngloFILE: House & Home Improvements)
Moving in? Information on the essential services in Singapore and how to get them connected to your home or office. Who to call and what paperwork to have handy in order to get your electricity, water and gas.

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Property & Real Estate

· Buying Property in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
Singaporean real estate is a complex area, so before you get in contact with local realtors or real estate agents who have property for sale you may find it helpful to understand who may buy a house, apartment or condo and how to go about the purchase.

· Property Jargon (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
When reading the property classifieds looking for a house or apartment to buy or to rent, some terms may be unfamiliar - here are explanations of the key real estate terms used in Singapore.

· Renting a House or Apartment in Singapore for the Expat (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
The facts you need to know for the rental of a house or apartment: finding accommodation, the contract, the deposit, the lease and the obligations of the landlord and tenant. Also information on subletting, ending a contract and the taxes due.

· Selling a Property in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Property & Real Estate)
The process involved in selling a property - house, apartment or condo - in Singapore. Who to contact, how to find an agent and what paperwork to complete for a house sale.

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Shopping & Style

· Bring & Buy (Or Sell...) (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
FREE classified ads for Singapore - got something spare or something you want? Tell everyone here, in the AngloINFO discussion forums.

· Conversion Tables (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
Imperial/American to Metric (Fahrenheit to Celsius/centigrade) conversions for length and area, air, body and oven temperatures, and US to UK to Euro clothing conversion tables.

· Telephone Directories (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
Online phone books for Singapore, the UK, the USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, the Scandinavian countries and others of relevance to AngloINFO's users.

· Where to Shop for What (The AngloFILE: Shopping & Style)
Shopping in Singapore: where to go in the city or districts to find anything from antiques to toys, Chinese medication to designer clothes, electrical appliances, computers and more. The inside tips on where to go for what.

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Sport & Leisure

· Flying in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the Singapore-restricted Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and the process to be followed in order to qualify to fly light aircraft in Singapore airspace and how to get a full PPL.

· General Sports (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the expatriate sports clubs and associations in Singapore.

· Sailing & Boating in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Information on the rules on entry to Singapore, port and immigration clearance, boat licences and sailing permits and links to local sailing associations.

· The Great Outdoors (The AngloFILE: Sport & Leisure)
Singapore may be a small island, however there are still activities for outdoors enthusiasts to enjoy: hiking, biking, trekking and even climbing, exploring the nature parks, golf and more. Find out about the facilities and organisations here.

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Travel & Tourism

· Airport Contacts Singapore (Changi) (The AngloFILE: Airlines, Scheduled Flights & Charter)
How to get in touch with local commercial Airports in Singapore. Up-to-the minute flight information on arrivals, links to taxis, lost property and airport information.

· Airport Hand Baggage Security Rules (The AngloFILE: Airlines, Scheduled Flights & Charter)
Since 2006 airport security rules have been tightened with regard to passengers' handbaggage and items (liquids and electronic equipment) that may be taken onboard. See this page for the current restrictions on flights in the EU, UK, US, and more.

· Chartering an Aircraft (The AngloFILE: Airlines, Scheduled Flights & Charter)
Information on the process - and benefits - of private aircraft charter for business or family travel, with details on passports and visas, baggage limitations, itineraries and the choice of destinations and how to book a charter for an emergency flight.

· Holiday Accommodation Options (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Vacation time? Going on holiday to Singapore Information on finding the right place to stay: serviced apartment, hotel or youth hostel, find out more.

· Local Tourism Notes (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Information relevant to the visitor or newcomer to Singapore about the must see sights on and near the island: the zoological and botanical gardens, museums and monuments and special sights for children. Find out where to go, what to do and when to do it

· Maps of Singapore (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Access to interactive maps of the region that let you get right down to the level of individual street addresses!

· Public Transport: Bus, Metro & Light Rail (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Details and contact information on the island-wide public transport system of buses, MRT "metro" and the light rail service, along with information on night buses, airport connections, ticket sales and passes and tourist services.

· Public Transport: Train Services (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Details and contact information on the regular rail connections between Singapore island and mainland Malaysia.

· Travel Guides - Singapore (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Printed guides to the country in the AngloINFO Bookshop - buy online!

· Travel Guides - South Asia (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Printed guides to the area in the AngloINFO Bookshop - buy online!

· Weather in Singapore (The AngloFILE: Travel & Tourism)
Today's weather in your area, with a forecast to help you plan ahead. The service includes high and low temperatures, wind forecast, humidity and likelihood of rain or other weather conditions.

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