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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
No visa required for stays up to 30 days for South African passport holders.
VISA INFORMATION
WEATHER
Singapore has a tropical climate with consistent heat and humidity throughout the year.
- Average Daytime Temperature: Around 31°C (88°F).
- Coolest Months: December and January.
- Hottest Months: April and May.
- Nighttime Temperature: Typically, above 23°C (75°F), with the lowest ever recorded just over 19°C (66°F).
Best Time to Travel: Singapore’s climate is hot and humid year-round, so there’s no distinct “best” time to visit. However:
- November to June: High season with many events and festivals.
- January–February: Features festivals like Pongal, Thaipusam, and the Chingay Parade.
- July to October: Slightly quieter, with events like the Singapore Food Festival, the Great Singapore Sale, Ramadan festivities, and National Day.
- November to January: Northeast monsoon season with heavy rain but also festive events like Deepavali and Christmas Light displays.
GENERAL INFORMATION
| Country: | Singapore |
| Capital City: | Singapore |
| International Airports: | Changi Airport Singapore |
| Area: | 722.5 km² |
| Population: | 5,832,387 (2024 est.) |
| Time Zone: | UTC+8 (SST) |
| Religion: | Christianity Buddhism Islam Hinduism |
| Language: | English (widely spoken) Malay Tamil Standard Mandarin |
| Currency: | Singapore Dollar |
| Exchange Rate: | Please consult your local bank as exchange rates fluctuate. |
| Credit Card Payment Availability: | Most major tourist attractions and shopping malls accept credit cards. Contactless payments and smart wallets are common. Carry cash for small businesses, hawker centres, and taxis. |
| ATM Accessibility: | Readily available |
| Dialling Code: | +65 |
TRAVEL TIPS
| Electricity: | 220V |
| Water: | Tap water is safe to drink. |
| Business Hours: | Monday to Friday: 09:00 – 13:00 & 14:00 – 17:00 Half Day on Saturday: 09:00 – 13:00 |
| Banking Hours: | 09:30 – 15:00, with some banks opening as early as 08:30 and others having extended hours. |
| Photography Restrictions: | No restrictions |
| Tipping: | Not customary. Some places may have a tip box; additional tips are appreciated but not mandatory. |
| Vaccination Requirements: | No vaccinations required; consult with your medical practitioner or travel clinic. |
| Dress Code Restrictions: | No specific restrictions but cover up when entering a Mosque. |
| Peculiar Customs to Observe: | Chewing gum is prohibited. Avoid pointing at someone with your finger. Do not touch an adult on the head. Avoid kicking or touching books with your feet. Bring a gift when visiting someone. Use respectful titles like uncle or aunty for older individuals, rather than their names. Speak quietly in public. Queue properly and do not take someone’s seat reserved with a “choke” or packet of tissues. |
FESTIVALS
- Singapore Art Festival: January
- Pongal: January 14 / 17
- Chinese New Year: New moon day between January 21 and February 20
- Thaipusam: End of January
- Lantern Festival (Mid-Autumn Festival): Last day of Chinese New Year
- Singapore 7’s: April
- Vesak Day: May
- Dragon Boat Festival: End of May / June
- Hari Raya Puasa: June
- International Festival of Arts: End of June
- Food Festival: End of June / July
- National Day: August 9
- Singapore Night Festival: August
- Hari Raya Haji: End of August / September
- Hungry Ghost Festival: End of August / September
- Formula 1 Grand Prix: October
- Diwali: End of October / November
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“Singapore is the happiest place in Asia”
– Dan Buettner