Question 1

Is it necessary to exchange US dollars for Singapore dollars, or can I pay with a card?

Accepted Answer

In Singapore, it's possible to use a card almost everywhere, with cash needed only at local food courts. If currency exchange is necessary, rates at exchange offices differ by a few percent.

Question 2

How to get from Singapore to Sentosa Island?

Accepted Answer

To get to Sentosa Island, you can use a taxi or the monorail from Vivo shopping center. Taxi and cable car from Mount Faber are also available.

Question 3

Is it possible to manage without cash in Singapore for 4 days?

Accepted Answer

In Singapore, it's easy to get by without cash for 4 days, as cards are accepted in most places.

Question 4

What is the train journey like from Johor to Singapore, and do the visa-free rules apply?

Accepted Answer

The train journey from Johor to Singapore takes about 5 minutes, and visa-free transit rules apply. It's best to arrange tickets in advance.

Question 5

How do the checks for visa-free transit from Thailand to Singapore go?

Accepted Answer

When flying from Thailand to Singapore on a 96-hour visa-free transit, you may be asked to show return tickets, but generally, most people manage to pass without issues.

Question 6

What to do if plans change after entering Singapore on VFTF?

Accepted Answer

If your plans change after entering Singapore on VFTF, it's best to write to ICA, but potential consequences may lead to being blacklisted in Singapore.

Question 7

Which high-rise restaurant with a view of the bay and Marina Bay Sands would you recommend in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

SKAI restaurant is recommended for its excellent view and reasonable prices in Singapore.

Question 8

How to calculate the time for visa-free transit up to 96 hours through Singapore?

Accepted Answer

For calculating VFTF, the nominal time indicated on the tickets is used, not the actual arrival/departure times.

Question 9

How to get to the tree show in Singapore and where to see it from a good spot?

Accepted Answer

It's best to watch the tree show by lying directly underneath; for convenience, you can use a map for navigation.

Question 10

Can I walk around the transit area at Singapore airport upon arrival at terminal 2?

Accepted Answer

Upon arrival at terminal 2 in Singapore, you can walk around the transit area of terminals 1-3 using the inter-terminal train.

Question 11

Is it not allowed to show return tickets at Singapore customs from a phone?

Accepted Answer

At Singapore customs, it's better not to show tickets from your phone; it's advisable to have printed documents for verification.

Question 12

Is it worth buying a tourist pass in Singapore, is it economical?

Accepted Answer

Buying a tourist pass in Singapore might not be economical if you don't require many trips; consider other options like EZ-Link instead.

Question 13

Is cash accepted in Singapore's metro, and is there an exit to the metro from the airport?

Accepted Answer

Cash is not accepted in Singapore's metro; you need to buy an EZ link transport card and top it up with cash. Entrance to the metro is available directly at the airport between terminals.

Question 14

How much does it cost to travel on the MRT from the city center to Changi if the tourist pass has expired?

Accepted Answer

The cost of traveling on the MRT from the city center to Changi is about 2.5 Singapore dollars, but for the turnstiles to work, there must be at least 3 Singapore dollars on the card.

Question 15

Can travel in any transport in Singapore be paid with one card for two people?

Accepted Answer

In Singapore, each passenger needs a separate card, but one card can be used for multiple persons if it is linked to different payment systems (such as Apple Pay, Google Pay).

Question 16

Is a visa required for a stay in Singapore for 3-4 days?

Accepted Answer

A visa is not required for a stay in Singapore for 3-4 days if the traveler departs the country by plane and meets the visa-free transit conditions, including a period of no more than 96 hours.

Question 17

Where is the best place to stay for 2 days in Singapore?

Accepted Answer

In Singapore, it's best to stay in central areas like Bugis or Chinatown, ensuring good access to the metro.

Question 18

Where is there an exchange office in Sentosa or how to get a taxi to Chinatown from there?

Accepted Answer

There are no exchange offices in Sentosa, but you can take a free monorail to Vivo City shopping mall, where there is an exchange office. You can also take a taxi or use public transport.

Question 19

Is a visa required for visa-free entry to Singapore from Phuket for 3 days?

Accepted Answer

A visa is not required for traveling from Phuket to Singapore for 3 days.

Question 20

What are the conditions for visa-free transit through Singapore for 96 hours?

Accepted Answer

For visa-free transit through Singapore for 96 hours, you need to fill out the Arrival Card and depart from Singapore by plane.