We furnish you with some of the necessary information whose knowledge is a prerequisite for every esteemed visitor to Singapore.

Visa
Visitors to Singapore must posses a valid passport with appropriate visa for their journey to Singapore. You have to furnish the proof that you have sufficient funds for your proposed stay in Singapore. Singapore offers a special 30 day social visit visa after your arrival. However residents of certain countries are required to obtain a visa in advance. Women who are more than six months pregnant should contact their nearest Singapore Overseas Mission before visiting Singapore.

Customs

You can bring and take out any amount of foreign currency from Singapore. There are no limits on the amounts of foreign currency you can bring into or take out of Singapore. Following things are allowed to bring into Singapore duty free. Alcohol - 1 liter of wine, 1 liter of spirits and1 liter of beer.

Visitors may bring the following into Singapore duty free:

Alcohol - 1 litre of wine, 1 litre of spirits and1 litre of beer Singapore has strict rules prohibiting the import of chewing gum, porn and "seditious or treasonable material"..

Language
There are four official languages - English, Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. Most Singapore residents speak English in addition to another language.

Telephones
The international dialing code for Singapore is 65. When making international telephone call from Singapore, first dial 001 + country code + area code + telephone number.

Dress Code
Smart casual summer clothes are acceptable in Singapore and residents are accustomed to various dresses codes belonging to different countries.
 

Travel Safety Tips

• You should decide your destination in advance and must have clear idea about the route.

• Be alert about your surroundings and belongings.

• If your car is attacked from behind, do not stop on the roadway or along the roadside. Drive to the nearest public area and call to 911 in search of police assistance.

• Always park your vehicle in well-lit areas.

• You should pay airport taxes only at authorized places.

• The taxes are $26 per person.

• If someone suspicious approaches your vehicle while you stop at a traffic light or sign, sound the car horn.

• Only a police vehicle and an authorized emergency vehicle are authorized the display of flashing, rotating red or blue  lights.

• If you become lost, try to find a public place, like a service station, in order to read your map or ask for directions.

• If you are told that something is wrong with your vehicle, do not stop immediately. Drive to the nearest service station  or to another well lighted public area.