Singapore Popular
Republic of Singapore
Basic Information
Capital
Singapore
Singapore
Major Cities
Singapore (city-state)
Singapore (city-state)
Population
5900000
5900000
Area
719 km²
719 km²
Official Languages
English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil
English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil
Time Zones
UTC+8
UTC+8
Country Code
SGP
SGP
Calling Code
+65
+65
Infrastructure
Driving Side
Left Side
Left Side
Power Plugs
Type G
Type G
Voltage
230V
230V
Frequency
50Hz
50Hz
Travel Score
10.0/10
Excellent for Travel
Climate
Tropical climate with high humidity year-round. Two monsoon seasons with frequent rainfall.
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History & Culture
Historical Background
Former British colony that became independent in 1965. Transformed from developing to developed nation in one generation.
Cultural Highlights
Multicultural society, hawker centers, modern architecture, efficient systems, and blend of Asian cultures.
Visa & Entry Information
Vietnamese Citizens
Visa required. E-visa available for tourist stays up to 30 days.US Citizens
No visa required for stays up to 90 days for tourism.EU Citizens
No visa required for stays up to 90 days for tourism.Technology & Connectivity
SIM Card Info
SIM cards from Singtel, StarHub, and M1. Excellent coverage island-wide.
Currency Information
Currency Name
Singapore Dollar
Singapore Dollar
Currency Code
SGD
SGD
Symbol
S$
S$
Daily Budget
Backpacker
$45.00/day
Mid-range
$100.00/day
Luxury
$250.00/day
Transportation
Safety & Health
Safety Overview
Extremely safe with very low crime rates. Strict laws with severe penalties.
Safety Rating
5/5
Emergency Numbers
{"police": "999", "fire": "995", "ambulance": "995", "emergency": "999"}
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