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Singapore uses Type G power outlets at 230V, 50Hz. The general emergency number is 999 (police) / 995 (ambulance & fire). Tap water is generally safe to drink.
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Singapore runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
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Tap water is generally safe to drink.
Tipping is not customary in Singapore. Many hotels and restaurants add a service charge, and extra tipping is optional. Small tips for exceptional service are accepted but not expected.
Singapore is warm and humid year-round. February to April is often a comfortable window for sightseeing, while November to January can be wetter. Indoor attractions and evening plans help manage heat at any time of year.
Many visitors can enter Singapore visa-free for short stays, but requirements vary by nationality. All travellers should check current entry rules and electronic arrival-card requirements with Singapore immigration before departure.
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Yes. Tap water in Singapore is considered safe to drink.
Singapore uses Type G plugs running at 230V, 50Hz. Singapore runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
Dial 999 (police) / 995 (ambulance & fire) for general emergencies in Singapore. Police: 999. Ambulance: 995.
Singapore is warm and humid year-round. February to April is often a comfortable window for sightseeing, while November to January can be wetter. Indoor attractions and evening plans help manage heat at any time of year.
In Singapore, traffic drives on the left side of the road, so the steering wheel is on the right. Visitors from right-hand-drive countries should take extra care.
The international dialing code for Singapore is +65. Dial this prefix after your exit code (e.g. 00 or +) to call a Singapore number from abroad.
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