Accommodation

Singapore offers a wide variety of accommodation types to suit all budgets and preferences. They range from backpacker, budget and youth hostels to boutique and five-star hotels.

Most hotels come with standard facilities like International Direct Dial (IDD) phones, internet and cable, room service, mini bars, data ports for modem, no-smoking rooms or floors, and business and fitness centres furnished with the latest equipment.

To find the perfect accommodation for your stay in Singapore, use this accommodation search engine or Singapore Hotel Directory. All accommodation categories listed in this website will provide full information such as rates, contact details and facilities. Location map and fact sheets are also provided for your easy reference.

Banking & Currency

Banking
The local currency is Singapore dollars and cents. Banking hours are Mondays to Fridays: 1000 hrs to 1500 hrs. Saturdays: 0930 hrs to 1300 hrs. Most banks handle travellers' cheques and change foreign currencies. However, some banks do not have foreign exchange dealings on Saturdays. Passports are required when cashing in travellers' cheques. A nominal commission may be charged.

Credit/Charge Cards
Major cards are widely accepted by establishments in Singapore. Should any shop insist on adding a surcharge, contact the respective card company to report the errant shop-owner

Currency
Other than the Singapore Dollar, the US and Australian Dollars, Yen and British Pound are also accepted in most major shopping centres and big departmental stores. An online currency converter service is available at asiaone. Check on today’s exchange rate.

Money Changers
Apart from banks and hotels, money can be changed wherever the sign "Licensed Money Changer" is displayed. Most shopping complexes have a licensed money changer. Visitors are discouraged from changing money with unlicensed money changers.

Foreign Missions in Singapore

There are at least 80 foreign missions in Singapore. Majority is closed on Saturdays and some open only in the morning. It is recommended that you telephone to check office hours before visiting. Find out more.

General Information

Mobile Phones
There are two mobile phone networks - GSM900 and GSM1800 - and three mobile telephone service providers - SingTel, M1 and StarHub. To make international calls, the access codes are 001, 013, or 019 for SingTel, 002 or 021 for M1, and 008 or 018 for StarHub.

Payphone Services
Public payphones operated by credit card and/or stored-value phonecards can be used to make both local and international calls. Public payphones can be found in most shopping complexes and MRT stations. Stored-value phonecards can be purchased from post offices and phonecard agents. To make an international call, dial the access code followed by the country code, area code & telephone number. International Calling Cards are also available at all post offices including Singapore Changi Airport, 7-Eleven stores and other retail outlets.

Tipping
Tipping is not practised as most hotels and restaurants in Singapore already levy a 10% service charge on customers' bills. Tipping is not a way of life in Singapore and is prohibited at the airport

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Immigration & Customs

Generally, foreigners who do not require visas for entry and are visiting Singapore as tourists, may be given up to 30-day social visit oases upon their arrival in Singapore.

For more information on visa requirements

To find out more about the types of visas and to download the necessary application forms

Tourists, however, should have valid passports, onward / return tickets, onward facilities (visas, entry permits, etc.) to their next destination and sufficient funds for their stay in Singapore. If they require a longer stay, they may apply to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority after their arrival.

Women in an advanced state of pregnancy (six months or more) intending to visit Singapore should make prior application with the nearest Singapore overseas mission.

More details can be obtained from the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority website.

Sightseeing & Attractions

A dynamic city rich in contrast and colour, you'll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture here. Brimming with unbridled energy, this little dynamo in Southeast Asia embodies the finest of both East and West. A single day's trail will take you from the past to the future, from exotic ethnic enclave to efficient business centre, from serene gardens to sleek skyscrapers. Find out more.

Travel Packages

The Singapore Tourism Board frequently works with its worldwide travel trade partners to provide you with special value-added travel packages to make your visit to Singapore even more memorable. Find out more about travel deals from your country of origin.

Transportation

Travelling around Singapore is a cinch! An efficient public transportation network of taxis, buses and the modern Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) rail system ensures that getting from point A to point B is hassle-free and extremely affordable. Find out more.

Touring the Region

When you visit Singapore, you’re not just limited to one country. With our excellent flight connections, rail, cruising and other touring options, we are the perfect gateway to Asia and Australasia. Find out more.

Weather

Singapore has a warm and humid climate throughout the year with a daily average temperature range of 24 degrees Celsius to 31 degrees Celsius. Light and summer clothing made from natural fabrics like cotton is best for everyday wear. Casual dress is acceptable for most situations and occasions but some establishments may require a more formal dress code. It is always advisable to check beforehand on dress regulations, if any.

Wine & Dine

In this cosmopolitan and multicultural city, you can expect nothing less than a melange of flavours from around the globe. It’s not just East-meets-West when it comes to feasting in Singapore – it is a tasty tale about a country’s unique cultural tapestry woven in with its distinct influences to capture the essence of Singapore’s multicultural heritage. Let’s embark on a gastronomic journey of local fare that uniquely distinguishes Singapore as a food capital of Asia. Find out more.