Singapore Country Quickfacts
| Area: | 718.3 km² |
| Capital: | Singapore |
| Country Code: | 65 |
| Country Population: | 5,469,700 |
| Credit Cards: | All major credit cards are accepted. |
| Currency: | Singapore dollar (SGD) |
| Departure Tax: | $21SGD is paid for all departures. |
| Goods and Services Tax: |
A 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST) is levied on most goods and services. Visitors may apply for a refund of the GST paid on goods worth $100 or more at affiliated retailers. |
| Drives on the: | Left |
| Electricity: | 220 - 240 V (Great Britian configuration) |
| Ethnic Groups: | 78% Chinese, 14% Malay and 7% Indian and Pakistani, 1% other. |
| Flag: |  |
| Location: | Southeast Asia |
| Official Language(s): | English is the language of business and administration and is widely spoken and understood throughout the country. Most Singaporeans are bilingual, though, speaking Mandarin, Malay or Tamil in addition to English. |
| Religion: | Buddhist, Taoist, Hindu, Christian, Islam |
| Time Zone: | 13 hours ahead of Toronto and New York and 16 hours ahead of Vancouver and Los Angeles |
| Tipping: | Tipping is not usual in Singapore. You do not need to tip at hawker stalls or coffee shops, or in taxis. |
| What to Wear: | Light summer clothing is the most comfortable. Most restaurants do not restrict the type of dress and would accept smart casual attire. |
Singapore Travel Information
At Goway we believe that a well-informed traveller is a safer traveller. With this in mind, we have compiled an easy-to-navigate travel information section dedicated to Singapore.
Learn about the history and culture of Singapore, the must-try food and drink, and what to pack in your suitcase. Read about Singapore's nature and wildlife, weather and geography, along with 'Country Quickfacts' compiled by our travel experts. Our globetrotting tips, as well as our visa and health information, will help ensure you're properly prepared for a safe and enjoyable trip. The only way you could possibly learn more is by embarking on your journey and discovering Singapore for yourself. Start exploring… book one of our Singapore tours today!
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