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Singapore country information - Travel & foreign exchange

Singapore country information

Singapore at a glance

Area
683 sq km
Population
4,500,000
Country dialling code
65
Electricity
230V, 50Hz


Local currency
The unit of currency is the Singapore dollar (comprising 100¢). There are 5¢, 10¢, 20¢, 50¢ and $1 coins, while notes come in $2, $5, $10, $50, $100, $500 and $1000 denominations. There's also a $10,000 note.
Time zone information - GMT +8
City Time
Singapore 9.00 am 12 noon 5.00 pm
Melbourne 11.00 am 2.00 pm 7.00 pm
London 1.00 am 4.00 am 9.00 am
New York 8.00 pm* 11.00 pm* 4.00 am
Tokyo 10.00 am 1.00 pm 6.00 pm
Wellington 1.00 pm 4.00 pm 9.00 pm
Los Angeles 5.00 pm* 8.00 pm* 1.00 am

*Previous day
Note: Singapore does not use daylight savings time

Everyday living

Singapore's public transport is plentiful and varied. You have the option of using metered taxis, the MRT subway system, the convenient bus services or you can get around on the water by ferry or bumboat.

Rents are high, regardless of how near or far from the city centre you are. Be sure to ask if the prices quoted include all taxes. The Straits Times has listings of rooms available in private flats. Singapore's medical institutions are first-rate and generally a lot cheaper than in the West and there are clinics catering specifically to expats.

It's also worth knowing that when exchanging business cards offer yours humbly, name-side up, pinching the card between the thumb and forefinger of both hands. Be sure to carefully read the details on any proffered cards and don't put them away before the offeree does.

The ANZ Guide to Singapore provides a wealth of information on day-to-day living, including valuable resources to help you get settled. Information includes shopping, banking and business hours, transport information, help with finding accommodation and schooling, details of the Singapore health system plus some great tips on leisure, food, wine, etiquette and much more.

ANZ are the experts in expat banking. To find out more about how we can support you in Singapore, call 1800 EXPATS (1800 397 287) and ask for a full copy of the ANZ Guide to Singapore.

All travel and tourism related content about the destination has been provided by Lonely Planet Publications Pty Ltd. ANZ has not checked the accuracy or reliability of such content and makes no representations or warranties in relation thereto.