Singapore
Host City
Singapore is a bustling cosmopolitan city populated with high-rise buildings and landscape gardens. Brimming with a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture, Singapore is a dynamic city that’s rich in contrast and colour. Singapore thrives on innovation making it one of the coolest destinations in Asia. Hotels are fabulous, the dining superlative and the cocktails served at the myriad of roof-top bars are the talk of the region. The city is safe, clean and easy to navigate. Do as much or as little as you like – with beautiful gardens to explore, world class shopping and plenty of man-made attractions there is something for everyone.
Climate
Singapore is warm and humid all year round. The daily temperature averages around 28 degrees Celsius, dropping to around 24 degrees Celsius in the evenings. It is advisable to wear light and cool clothing during the day. A jacket is suitable for evenings and when in air conditioned venues. Showers are usually sudden and heavy, but also brief and refreshing, so it is advisable to carry an umbrella.
Visas
For all relevant information and eligibility criteria on visa requirements please visit www.ica.gov.sg. It is strongly advised that each delegate checks with their local Singapore Consulate, Embassy or High Commission for the up-to-date clarification and requirement in advance prior to arriving in Singapore.
Electricity
The standard voltage in Singapore is 220V/240V, 50 Hz. If you have equipment that runs on a higher voltage, you should not connect it to Singaporean power unless you have the correct transformer (voltage adaptor). Singapore uses the British BS1363 three-pronged square pin type socket.
Language
English is the official language of the meeting. The four official languages in Singapore’s constitution are English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil. However, in recognition of the status of the Malay people as the indigenous community in Singapore, the national language of the country is Bahasa Melayu, or the Malay Language.
Customs
Please ensure you visit Singapore customs at www.customs.gov.sg for all details on what items need to be declared.
The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)
To enjoy a refund on the seven per cent goods and services tax (GST) paid on your purchases, you need to make purchases of at least S$100.00 from participating outlets which display a “Tax Refund” logo or a Global Blue “Tax Free Shopping” logo. Request a refund voucher upon purchase, which you present with your purchases, receipts and passport at the Tax Refund Counter at the airport before you depart. More information can be found at the Tourist Refund Scheme page on the Singapore Customs website at www.customs.gov.sg
Smoking policy
The smokefree law in Singapore includes the common areas of all indoor public places and residential buildings, covered linkways and walkways, overhead pedestrian bridges, outdoor compounds of hospitals, public transportation and stadiums, playgrounds and exercise areas as well as within a five-meter radius of bus shelters and building areas.
Currency
The Singapore dollar (SGD) is the unit currency in Singapore. All major credit cards are widely accepted in Singapore and can be used to obtain cash advances at banks and automatic teller machines (ATMs). ATMs are are widely available at most shopping centres.
Time Zone
Local Singapore time is eight (8) hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +08).
Singapore is a bustling cosmopolitan city populated with high-rise buildings and landscape gardens. Brimming with a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture, Singapore is a dynamic city that’s rich in contrast and colour. Singapore thrives on innovation making it one of the coolest destinations in Asia. Hotels are fabulous, the dining superlative and the cocktails served at the myriad of roof-top bars are the talk of the region. The city is safe, clean and easy to navigate. Do as much or as little as you like – with beautiful gardens to explore, world class shopping and plenty of man-made attractions there is something for everyone.
Climate
Singapore is warm and humid all year round. The daily temperature averages around 28 degrees Celsius, dropping to around 24 degrees Celsius in the evenings. It is advisable to wear light and cool clothing during the day. A jacket is suitable for evenings and when in air conditioned venues. Showers are usually sudden and heavy, but also brief and refreshing, so it is advisable to carry an umbrella.
Visas
For all relevant information and eligibility criteria on visa requirements please visit www.ica.gov.sg. It is strongly advised that each delegate checks with their local Singapore Consulate, Embassy or High Commission for the up-to-date clarification and requirement in advance prior to arriving in Singapore.
Electricity
The standard voltage in Singapore is 220V/240V, 50 Hz. If you have equipment that runs on a higher voltage, you should not connect it to Singaporean power unless you have the correct transformer (voltage adaptor). Singapore uses the British BS1363 three-pronged square pin type socket.
Language
English is the official language of the meeting. The four official languages in Singapore’s constitution are English, Chinese, Malay and Tamil. However, in recognition of the status of the Malay people as the indigenous community in Singapore, the national language of the country is Bahasa Melayu, or the Malay Language.
Customs
Please ensure you visit Singapore customs at www.customs.gov.sg for all details on what items need to be declared.
The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS)
To enjoy a refund on the seven per cent goods and services tax (GST) paid on your purchases, you need to make purchases of at least S$100.00 from participating outlets which display a “Tax Refund” logo or a Global Blue “Tax Free Shopping” logo. Request a refund voucher upon purchase, which you present with your purchases, receipts and passport at the Tax Refund Counter at the airport before you depart. More information can be found at the Tourist Refund Scheme page on the Singapore Customs website at www.customs.gov.sg
Smoking policy
The smokefree law in Singapore includes the common areas of all indoor public places and residential buildings, covered linkways and walkways, overhead pedestrian bridges, outdoor compounds of hospitals, public transportation and stadiums, playgrounds and exercise areas as well as within a five-meter radius of bus shelters and building areas.
Currency
The Singapore dollar (SGD) is the unit currency in Singapore. All major credit cards are widely accepted in Singapore and can be used to obtain cash advances at banks and automatic teller machines (ATMs). ATMs are are widely available at most shopping centres.
Time Zone
Local Singapore time is eight (8) hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +08).
