Tips for traveling to Singapore

Singapore is a small country in size but an economic giant, especially in Southeast Asia. Singapore is located at the southern tip of Malaysia, just one degree north of the equator.

The city is a blend of Malay, Chinese, Indian and European culture and religions. The four major religions are celebrated according to different ethnicities and auspicious days like Muslims celebrating the end of Ramadan, Vesak day for Buddhists, Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindus, Christmas and Easter for Christians, New Year. New and New Lunar. Years celebrated by the Chinese are officially holidays for everyone. Food is a passion for many and a hot topic among the locals due to the wide selection of multi-ethnic food and European cuisine.

Although it is relatively easy to travel in Singapore, it is always good to find useful travel information before you start your trip. Here are some useful travel tips for Singapore:

Visas for Singapore All travelers to Singapore must clear immigration upon arrival in the country. The issuance of social visit passes to visitors is determined by Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officials at the point of entry. Visitors must meet the following basic entry requirements before being allowed to enter Singapore:

• A passport with at least 6 months of validity.
• Valid Singapore visa, if applicable
• Sufficient funds to last the intended period of stay in Singapore
• Confirmed return tickets (where applicable)
• Entry facilities to their subsequent destinations, for example, visas.
• Disembarkation/Boarding card completed
• Yellow fever vaccination certificate, if applicable

Electric connection

Visitors to Singapore should check if their electrical appliances can handle 220-240 volts AC, 50 Hz. Power plugs used in Singapore are the three-prong square type. If your electrical device does not accept the voltage and the plug shape of the appliance is different, you will need a voltage converter and a plug adapter. However, most hotels in Singapore will provide visitors with transformers with electrical appliances of a different voltage upon request.

Sales Tax Refunds in Singapore Goods and Services Tax in Singapore is 5%. To qualify for sales tax refunds, you must have a minimum purchase amount between SGD$300 and SGD$500. To claim your GST refunds, pack the items in your carry-on bag and present the items and the receipt at Global Refund Services after immigration and security when leaving Singapore. Also allow an additional 15 minutes before departure. Payment of the refund can be made in cash, payment by credit card or check. A small handling fee will be deducted from the refund amount.