How to get overseas experience (Grants, Visas, Career Break etc)

Travel is something many Singaporeans enjoy. Yet living abroad even for a short period of time offers experiences and growth that a holiday cannot.

In this video, I break down practical ways Singaporeans can gain overseas exposure: from company transfers, tapping on government grants, taking a career break to upskill, or exploring digital nomad visas.

0:00 Introduction: Why overseas experience matters

2:37 The limitations of just traveling and business trips

4:18 Company transfers & government grants available

7:14 The new era of digital nomads and visa options

8:35 Going abroad for a career break to pick up new skills

*Also, an important factor to consider is the savings and income requirement for visas. I know this part can feel intimidating as not everyone may meet the threshold right now.

Please don’t be discouraged as these requirements are meant to make sure applicants can support themselves while living abroad.

Even if you don’t qualify yet, knowing the numbers can help you plan ahead.

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