internationalhardman

Many thanks for your reply mate. Looks like I have some decisions to make and then I can move on from there.

Hi guys

I have a few questions.... hope this is in the right section if not please feel free to move it.

I am currently living and working in the UK. I have been offered a job in Singapore and am going to accept it. However, I have never made a move like this before and I am anxious to get it right first time to say the least!.

Despite working in Singapore I have the option to be paid from one of three offices - Singapore, Aberdeen (UK) and Houston TX. Which would be the best option to go for? If I am paid through the Aberdeen office my salary will be paid in sterling, if from Singapore or Houston it will be in USD. I presume if paid from the UK my tax and national insurance etc will be paid automatically, if I choose to get paid from Singapore or Houston will I still have to pay tax in the UK? Or will I escape the tax man. I imagine the price to pay will be that I have to exchange my money into Sterling when I go back to the UK from USD?

The worki is three weeks on two weeks off working offshore, with 100% travel paid for. I plan to start off travelling to and from the UK then once I know my job is secure I will change to take my leave in Thailand.

I am informed my Visa will be taken care of by the company. Is it true that I wont actually need a singapore work permit as I am not actually working in Singapore? I presume all I will need is an average 30 day tourist visa?

I think that is everything so far... I would be very gratefull for any help you can give.

Thanks in advance.

IHM