Culture and Attractions
- Local Heritage
- Coastal military heritage from the British era (Changi Battery sites)
- Must-See Landmarks
- HSBC Rain Vortex (Internationally famous indoor waterfall at Jewel)
- Museums & Art Venues
- Changi Chapel and Museum (Focuses on WWII history)
- Historical Sites
- Changi Prison Wall and Gates (Historical heritage site)
- Religious Sites
- Sree Ramar Temple (Changi Village) - known for its unique Buddha and Hanuman statues
- Annual Events
- Singapore Airshow (Held biennially at Changi Exhibition Centre)
- Cultural Districts
- Pulau Ubin (A short boat ride away, representing 1960s Singapore 'Kampung' life)
- Theater Venues
- Shaw Theatres IMAX (Jewel) or community theaters in Tampines Hub
- Local Markets
- Pasar Bella (Sun Market style) in nearby Expo events
- Music Scene
- Live acoustic sets at Little Island Brewing Co
- Street Art
- Traditional murals depicting old Changi at Changi Village blocks
- Cooking Classes
- D'Open Kitchen near Expo (Team building and culinary workshops)
- Art Galleries
- Departure Hall (T3) often features rotating large-scale art installations
- Historic Buildings
- Old Changi Hospital (View from outside - famously haunted landmark)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Pulau Ubin Island (Wild hogs, monkeys, and rustic nature)
- National Parks Nearby
- Changi Jurassic Mile (Cycling path with life-sized dinosaurs)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Changi PCN (Park Connector Network) linking to East Coast Park
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Changi Point Boardwalk (Sunset views over the Johor Strait)
- Birdwatching Locations
- Chek Jawa Wetlands (Accessible via Pulau Ubin ferry)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated Pit Areas at Changi Beach Park (Permit required via AXS machine)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- SingPost (Changi Airport T2), DHL Express, NinjaVan
- Tech Repair Services
- Lykrepairs (Simei MRT) or standard Apple/Samsung centers in Jewel
- Table Tennis Spots
- Our Tampines Hub (Indoor sports hall) - 10 mins away
- Language Classes
- Lingo School of Languages (Short commute to Bugis area)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Tampines Regional Library (A massive, modern world-class facility)
- Community Centers
- Changi Simei Community Club
- Gaming Lounges
- Wanyoo Cybercafe at Level 3, Jewel
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Marina Bay Sands (MBS) - 20 mins via taxi (No casinos in Changi area)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Not applicable to Changi; Singapore City Center is approx. $28,000/m² ($1.1M for 40m²)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Outer region (Changi/Simei): Approx. $16,000/m² ($640,000 for 40m² Condo)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $26,000/m² ($1.56M for 60m²)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $15,000/m² ($900,000 for 60m² Condo)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $24,000/m² ($1.92M for 80m²)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $14,000/m² ($1.12M for 80m² Condo)
- Corporate Tax
- 17% (With significant partial exemptions for the first $125,000)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% (Singapore operates a single-tier corporate tax system)
- Tax System
- Territorial tax system (Income earned outside Singapore is generally not taxed)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 24% (For income exceeding $1M SGD per year)
- VAT
- 9% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- None (Singapore does not have CFC rules)
- Property Tax
- Progressive rates; 0-32% depending on Annual Value and occupancy status
- Property Transaction Tax
- Buyer's Stamp Duty (up to 6%) + Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) for foreigners (60%)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No capital gains tax and no tax on foreign-sourced income if not remitted/met specific conditions
Essentials
- City
- Changi, East Region, Singapore
- Population
- Approx. 2,500 (Residential), plus 100,000+ daily airport/business hub commuters
- Internet Speed
- 95-300 Mbps (Fiber and 5G widely available throughout the Jewel and Changi Business Park)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 SGD ≈ 0.74 USD. Major banks: DBS, OCBC, UOB.
- Tap Water
- Safe to drink directly from the tap (World Health Organization standards)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G (UK-style 3-pin)
- SIM Card
- Singtel, StarHub, M1. Prepaid 'hi! SIM' from Singtel (~$15 SGD for 100GB)
- Banking for Expats
- DBS Expat Program, Standard Chartered, and digital banks like Trust or Wise
- Accommodation
- Service apartments in Changi Business Park or HDB rentals in nearby Simei/Tampines
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, extremely high. GrabPay, PayNow, and Contactless Visa/Mastercard are universal.
- Short Term Rentals
- CapitaLand's Citadines Connect (approx. $180/night) or YotelAIR for ultra-short stays
- Budget Accommodation
- Village Hotel Changi (approx. $140/night) or nearby hostels in Joo Chiat area
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Jewel Changi/Changi Village for a 'staycation' vibe near the coast
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Tampines or Simei (10 mins by MRT), offering local amenities and lower rent than the Business Park
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- JustCo at Changi Airport T3 or The Workshop at Changi Business Park (~$50/day)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Changi Mezzanine (T3) or Starbucks at Jewel (Level 2) with high-speed Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Tech networking at Changi Business Park (CBP) Hub; events hosted by SGTech
- Social Events for Expats
- Changi Sailing Club evening mixers and InterNations Singapore East Coast meetups
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Grab, Gojek, and Tada. A ride to the city center costs ~$20-30 SGD.
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Anywheel or HelloRide (Shared bikes) at $1 per 30 mins around Changi Village
- Best Beach Nearby
- Changi Beach Park (White sands, quiet compared to Sentosa)
- Top Regional Airline
- Scoot (Budget carrier based in Changi)
- Top International Airline
- Singapore Airlines (SIA)
- Highway Access
- Direct access to PIE (Pan Island Expressway) and ECP (East Coast Parkway)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Changi Airport MRT Station (CG2/PTC) and Expo MRT Station
- Public Transport Passes
- EZ-Link Card or Singapore Tourist Pass ($20 for 3 days of unlimited travel)
- Regional Travel
- Ferries from Changi Point Ferry Terminal to Pulau Ubin ($4) or Pengerang, Malaysia ($15)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Changi General Hospital (Simei), a world-class public facility
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Jal Yoga (Upper Changi Road East) or Virgin Active at Changi Business Park
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Anytime Fitness (Changi City Point) or ActiveSG Gym at Tampines Hub
- Laundry Services
- Piing! (On-demand app) or 24-hour laundromats like WashWHiz in Simei
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- GrabFood, FoodPanda, and Deliveroo
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Nasi Lemak at Changi Village Hawker Centre ($4-6 SGD)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Greendot at Changi City Point or Privé at Jewel
- Best Dessert Spots
- Birds of Paradise Gelato Boutique (Jewel) - Botanical flavored gelato
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Changi City Point (Outlet mall with Nike, Adidas, Timberland discounts)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Shopee, Lazada, and Amazon.sg
- Grocery Delivery
- RedMart (Lazada), FairPrice Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Changi Village (Little Island Brewing Co) or the rooftop bars at Jewel
- Local Brewery
- Little Island Brewing Co (Changi Village) - Craft beers brewed on-site
- Wine Bars
- Le Shrimp Ramen at Jewel has a selection, or Wine Connection near Changi City Point
- Street Food Stalls
- Changi Village Hawker Centre - famous for Satay and Ipoh Hor Fun
- Popular International Cuisine
- Din Tai Fung (Jewel) or Shake Shack (Jewel)