Daily Living

Food, Groceries & Daily Life

From domestic help to transportation, discover trusted partners to make your daily life in Singapore comfortable and hassle-free.

$600-$800 Helper Salary/mo
24/7 Food Delivery
Top 5 Safest City
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Household Support

Domestic Helper Services

Hiring a domestic helper (maid) is common in Singapore and can significantly improve your quality of life. Our partner agencies help you find reliable, trained helpers while handling all the paperwork.

Pre-screened Candidates

Background checks, skill assessments, and interview support.

Work Permit Processing

Full assistance with MOM work permit applications.

Training & Support

Orientation programs and ongoing support for employers and helpers.

Typical Costs:

  • • Agency fee: SGD 1,500 - 3,000
  • • Monthly salary: SGD 600 - 800
  • • Levy: SGD 300/month (reduced for some households)

Types of Helpers

FT

Full-Time Live-In

Lives with your family, available 6 days a week. Most common option.

PT

Part-Time Helper

Comes on scheduled days for cleaning, cooking, or childcare.

TR

Transfer Helper

Experienced helpers transferring from another employer in Singapore.

Getting Around

Car Rental & Purchase

While Singapore has excellent public transport, having a car offers convenience for families and those living outside the city center. We help you navigate the options.

Flexible

Car Rental

Perfect for short-term needs or those who prefer not to commit to a purchase. Daily, weekly, and long-term rental options available.

Daily rental (economy) From SGD 80/day
Weekly rental From SGD 450/week
Long-term (monthly) From SGD 1,200/month
  • Insurance included
  • Maintenance covered
  • Easy upgrade/downgrade
Ownership

Car Purchase

Buying a car in Singapore involves the Certificate of Entitlement (COE) system. Our partners guide you through the process.

New car (with COE) From SGD 100,000+
Used car (with COE) From SGD 50,000+
COE validity 10 years
  • COE bidding assistance
  • Financing options
  • Registration handled

Dining & Delivery

Food & Groceries

Singapore is a food paradise with incredible diversity, from hawker centers serving $3 meals to Michelin-starred restaurants. Plus, convenient delivery services bring everything to your door 24/7.

Whether you're craving local flavors, international cuisine, or weekly groceries, Singapore's food ecosystem has you covered.

Singapore Food Scene

Food Delivery Services (24/7)

G

GrabFood

Most popular, wide selection

F

foodpanda

Great deals & promos

D

Deliveroo

Premium restaurants

W

WhyQ

Hawker food delivery

Grocery Delivery Services

FairPrice Online

Singapore's largest supermarket chain. Same-day delivery available.

Best for: Everyday groceries

RedMart (Lazada)

Wide selection including imported goods. Scheduled delivery slots.

Best for: Bulk buying

Amazon Fresh

Premium selection with fast delivery for Prime members.

Best for: Premium items

Cold Storage

Premium supermarket with quality imported products.

Best for: Imported goods

Shopee Supermarket

Competitive prices with regular flash sales and vouchers.

Best for: Deals & promos

Little Farms

Organic and specialty groceries with sustainable sourcing.

Best for: Organic/healthy

Insider Tips for Expats

  • • Download GrabFood & foodpanda for the best delivery deals. Both offer frequent promotions
  • • Try WhyQ for authentic hawker food delivery as many stalls don't deliver otherwise
  • • FairPrice Housebrand items offer excellent value and quality
  • • Use Shopee/Lazada 11.11, Black Friday sales for major grocery savings

Potential Partnerships

Lifestyle Partnership Areas

M

Maid Agency SG

Domestic Helper Services

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C

Carro Singapore

Car Rental & Sales

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Grocery & Meal Services

Food Delivery & Groceries

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