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Overview
In Singapore, a tenancy agreement typically requires a valid Foreign Identification Number (FIN) for tenants who are not Singapore citizens or permanent residents. The FIN is essential for accurately identifying foreign tenants, as it serves as an official form of identification.
Accommodation Options
There are generally two main ways to search for accommodation: through a Service Provider or an Independent Property Agent. While independent agents may offer a wider range of options and more competitive pricing, some service providers allow bookings even without a FIN.
To learn more about service providers and independent property agents, please click on the tabs below.
Where to Find Your FIN
Once your Student's Pass is approved, the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) will issue an In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter containing your unique FIN.
For more information on how to obtain your Student's Pass, please click HERE.
Service Providers
Service Providers
Service providers are companies who are operating businesses to rent out their rooms or apartments. We have reached out to some service providers and consolidated their information in a table.
You can click the link HERE to download the table.
Disclaimer: ESSEC is not associated with any of these service providers. Please contact them directly if you have any questions.
Independent Property Agent
Independent Property Agent
Online Property search
Engage an agent through their company
We have a list of property agents recommended by other ESSEC students in our survey. As the list contains personal contact information of the property agents, it will be shared with you separately.
Disclaimer: ESSEC is not associated with any of the above websites. Please contact them directly if you have any questions.
Stay Safe When Renting
Although independent agents offer a wider range of options and more competitive pricing, they can also carry a higher risk of scams. Therefore, it's important to learn how to rent safely and avoid potential fraud.
To find out more, click on the Tips to Rent Safely tab below.
Tips to Rent Safety
Tips to Rent Safety
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Be Aware of the Latest Rental Scams
Home rentals in Singapore can be broadly categorised into public housing [locally known as Housing & Development Board (HDB) flats], and private housing [usually referring to private condominiums and landed properties].
Before entering into a contract or placing a deposit, you may wish to familiarise yourselves with the eligibility conditions, guidelines, etc., for home rentals pertaining to each category of housing, as well as to consider engaging the services of a property agent if you require professional assistance.
Find out more from the following government websites:
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