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Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Batam.
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Questions & Answers:
- What do I need to know before moving to Batam?
- What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Batam?
- What is the average cost of housing in Batam?
- How do I meet people in Batam?
- What do I need to know before retiring in Batam?
- What should I pack when moving to Batam?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Batam?
- Will I be able to find a job in Batam?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do people like (and dislike) about Batam?
- What type of social life can someone expect in Batam?
- What is the social scene like in Batam?
- What advice to expats in Batam have about housing?
- What are medical services in Batam like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Batam?
- Is the cost of living in Batam high?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Batam?
- Why do people move to Batam?