Leaving your hometown and moving to a new city has its problems. Many expats relocating to Singapore may find it difficult to get used to the new tax structure. When you move to Singapore, it might be difficult to figure out how to handle your tax obligations there. The first thing you should know is that the fiscal year ends on December 31st each year. The second thing you should know is that you will be paid your whole salary and will need to set away a portion of it to pay your tax obligation at the beginning of the financial year.