Practical Information

Learn more about Singapore, a City in Nature

Time zone

The standard time zone in Singapore is GMT +8 hours.

Climate

Weather in Singapore is generally humid and temperatures usually range between 25ºC and 33ºC all year round. Dress in light, airy clothing, and bring along an umbrella in case of occasional rainfall.  

Electricity

The standard voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz. The power plugs and sockets are type G — the same as those in the UK.

Emergency hotlines

Hotlines for emergency services in Singapore:

• Police: 999

• Fire, Rescue or Medical Emergency: 995

Tipping

While tipping is not customary in Singapore, you may wish to do so if you experience good service.

A 10% service charge is usually included in your restaurant, bar, and hotel dining bills.

Advisory on vapes

The purchase, possession or use of e-vaporisers (“vapes”), including e-vaporiser products, is illegal in Singapore, and offenders will face penalties including composition fines or prosecution. Additionally, visitors caught purchasing, possessing, or using e-vaporisers laced with drugs such as etomidate (“K-pods”) may be refused entry or banned from re-entry to Singapore. Visitors are strongly advised against bringing these items into the country. For more information, please refer to the Singapore Government microsite on vaping.