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Singapore is a huge tourist and business destination. As both play two of the largest roles in the Singaporean economy, every effort has been made to make every guest to this country comfortable and safe. Some of the rules and regulations implemented in Singapore are found nowhere else in the world so it's a good idea to become acquainted with them before you step off the plane.

Visas
A passport valid for at least 6 months beyond date of departure is required by all who enter Singapore. The majority of passport holders do not require a visa if planning to stay no more than 14 days. Most tourists will be given a 14-day Social Visit Pass upon arrival. Please check with your nearest Singapore Embassy or Singapore Tourist Promotion Board office before departure to determine all visa requirements.

Customs
Duty-Free Items: Personal effects and food preparations not exceeding $50 in value. Visitors over 18 and not coming from Malaysia are allowed to bring in duty-free 1 litre of spirits, 1 litre of wine and 1 litre of beer, also 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco.
There is no export duty. Export permits are required for firearms, ammunition, explosives, animals, gold in form, platinum, precious stones and jewellery (except reasonable personal effects), poisons and drugs. Any goods in excess of reasonable personal effects should be declared at exit points and an Outward Declaration form prepared, if need be. For inquiries, call the Airport Customs Department.

Language
Singapore has four national languages: Mandarin, Malay, Tamil and English. English remains the language of choice for business and politics.

Time
Singapore Standard Time is 8 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time, 13 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time, and 16 hours ahead of Pacific Standard Time.

Easily explore a variety of diverse experiences, attractions and more at the official destination website of the Singapore Tourism Board