VISA/PASSPORT

Visitors to Singapore must possess a valid international passport or other internationally-recognized travel document endorsed for travel in Singapore. No VISA is required for entry into Singapore. Please consult your local embassy for further information. All travel documents must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of departure.

CURRENCY

The unit of currency is the Singapore Dollar (S$) which is divided into 100 cents.

RELIGION

Like Malaysia, Singapore also enjoys freedom of worship, so it is not uncommon to see mosques, temples and churches sharing the same neighborhood. Islam, Hinduism, Taoism, Buddhism and Christianity are among the main religions practiced in Singapore.

CLIMATE

Singapore has a typical tropical climate with high humidity and heavy rainfall almost year-round. There are no distinct seasons, and temperatures range from a low of 21C° to a high of 35C°.

CLOTHING

Light cotton clothing and comfortable shoes are recommended for year-round. Suits and formal dresses will never be out of place in Singapore nightspots or fine-dining restaurants.

LANGUAGE

The three most common languages spoken in Singapore are English, Mandarin and Malay.

ELECTRICITY

220 volts ac, 50 cycles throughout the country. If you are planning to bring your own electrical equipment, please pack a converter. Some hotels also provide converters upon request.

TRANSPORTATION

As Singapore is so compact, most neighborhoods can be reached by foot. Taxis in Singapore are metered and start at S$2.00 while intercity bus fares start at 50 cents, depending on the distance you wish to travel. The LRT (Light Rail Transit) operates from 6am to midnight and tickets may be obtained from the stations. Please check with your tour guide or hotel concierge for more details.