At A Glance
Population: 5.6 Million
Currency: Singapore Dollars, SGD($)
Langauge: English, Chinese, Malay, Singlish
Socket types: TYPES G - 230V 50HZ
Tap Water: Safe to drink
Time zone: +8 GMT
Country Code: +8 GMT
Transport Card: EZLINK
Tax Refund: Up to 8% For $100 & Above
Hotline
Emergency Contact
Ambulace & Fire Brigade: 995
Police: 999
Luggage Storage
Jewel Changi (Public Area): 6214 0628
Terminal 1 (Transit Area): 6214 0318
Terminal 3 (Transit Area): 6214 0672
Terminal 3 (Public Area): 6242 8936
Taxis
Comfort: 6552 1111
Trans Cab: 6555 3333
Premier Taxi: 6363 6888
Prime: 6778 0808
SMRT: 6555 8888
Emergency Room
Changi General: 6788 8833
Singapore General: 6222 3322
Alexandra: 6472 2000
Gleneagles: 6473 7222
Mount Elizabeth: 6737 2666
Mount Alvernia: 6347 6688
Raffles Hospital: 6311 1111
Tan Tock Seng: 6256 0611
Thomson Medical Centre: 6250 2222
Ng Teng Fong General Hospital: 6716 2000
Farrer Park Hospital: 6363 1818
National University Hospital: 6779 5555
Sengkang General Hospital: 6930 5000
Khoo Teck Phat Hospital: 6555 8000
Parkway East Hospital: 6377 3737
Healthway Medial: 6352 8696
Tax Refund
As a tourist in Singapore, if you make any purchase of more than S$100 (including GST) at participating shops, you may claim a refund on the 8% Goods and Services Tax (GST) paid. This is known as the Tourism Refund scheme.
Be sure to check whether a shop is participating in the Tourism Refund Scheme—Look out for the "Tax Free" shopping logo or sign displayed at the shop.
These logos are displayed above for your ease of reference. Alternatively, feel free to check with the friendly staff if your purchases are eligible for GST refund. You can collate up to 3 same-day receipts or invoices to meet a minimum purchase amount of $100. These receipts should be from shops bearing the same GST registration number and shop name.
Click here for more information.
Wifi
WiFi hotspots are also widely available at various public areas and businesses across the island. Here are some options.
Wireless@SGx
This is a free public Wi-Fi service right across Singapore. You’ll find hotspots in malls, museums, MRT stations, public libraries and more.
Simply download the Wireless@SGx App, configure your mobile device and you’ll be auto-connected through your stay. The App not only shows you where Wi-Fi hotspots are, but also includes a speed test, diagnostics and feedback. Set-up guidelines can be found here.
No Smoking Area
in all air-conditioned places such as malls and eateries. You may smoke in designated smoking areas. Your cigarettes are for personal use only and your tobacco products should not exceed 400g.
Safe Drinking Water
You can drink water straight from the tap as the water in Singapore passes World Health Organization standards. You can also buy bottled water easily.
Power Plug
The standard electrical current used in Singapore is 220-240 volts AC (50 cycles) and you can use power plugs with three square prongs here.
Weather
Singapore is hot and humid all year-round, with temperatures usually reaching over 30°C. You should be prepared for rain at any time, which can be torrential but usually brief.
