Services in Singapore For Expat
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List of Service Provider You May Need in Singapore
Not familiar with Singapore as you have just been transferred to work here? What you will find here is a quick compilation of the different services you may need when living in Singapore. Singapore maybe a country by it's own but in actual fact it really is nothing more than a island. The uniqueness about Singapore is it political scene and its culture.
The political scene is controlled by 1 ruling party since the independence of the country. Thou freedom of speech is limited and in some sense dictatorship is present in the country, it has managed to survive with a feel of democracy. Culture wise, Singapore is influence by mainly a mix of east and west culture. The best thing about Singapore is the fact they had achieved racial harmony. You will see Malays, Indians, Chinese and Caucasian mixing together freely.
The political scene is controlled by 1 ruling party since the independence of the country. Thou freedom of speech is limited and in some sense dictatorship is present in the country, it has managed to survive with a feel of democracy. Culture wise, Singapore is influence by mainly a mix of east and west culture. The best thing about Singapore is the fact they had achieved racial harmony. You will see Malays, Indians, Chinese and Caucasian mixing together freely.
Emergency Services in Singapore
Below are the list of numbers to call in an event of an emergency which you may encounter during your stay in Singapore.Police: 999
Fire(SCDF) : 911
Pub: 1800 2846600
Hdb: 6490 1111
Ambulance in Singapore: 1777(non emergency) or 995(emergency)
Plumber Singapore: 1800 833 2133
Locksmith Singapore: 6634 8807
Funeral Services Singapore:6408 9683
Entertainment In Singapore
The nightlife in Singapore is one that is vibrant especially on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Below are some link to places and services which you may like:Zouk
Clark Quay
Companionship Services
Travelling in Singapore
The basic form of transport are
1. Private Cars
2. MRT(train services)
3. Bus
4. Taxis
Private Cars
One can either rent a car or buy one. What you need to note is that cars in Singapore are all right hand drive. Also you may need to undergo a course to convert your license to that of a Singapore license. If you are looking to buy a car, do realise that the cars in Singapore cost more than other countries. There is an additional charge known as COE.
Other unique factor is the ERP system in Singapore where basically you will need to pay when entering the business district area. Parking in the business district area would usually set you back about $2/hr - $3/hr of parking.
Click here for a view of ERP rate and location of gantry.
MRT
The subway system in Singapore is very well linked up. You can travel from one corner to the other in about an hour or less using the train system. Fees are affordable, costing between $0.80 - $2. For a map of the MRT station in Singapore, click here
Bus
The main bus provider in Singapore is SBS bus transit. The fairs are about the same as the MRT and bus stop are usually located around 50 meters away from each other. You can use the journey planner available here to plan your route in Singapore. Just enter the starting location and the final location which you would like to go to and the planner will give you a guide of which bus to take.
Payment for Buses and MRT
The fare payment for bus and MRT in Singapore is done via ezlink card. This is basically a prepaid card which you buy in advance and tap whenever you board and alight the transport. For tourist, you can enjoy unlimited train and bus ride by purchasing a Singapore Tourist Pass which cost you $8/day. You will need to return the card within 5 days.
Taxi
All taxi in Singapore are metered. Never board one which is not (this should not even happen at all). Below are the charges and booking numb er of the taxi companies in Singapore.
Advance Booking Phone Numbers
Comfort Citycab Dial-A-Cab (65) 6552 1111
Comfort Premier Cabs (65) 6552 2828
Premier Taxis (65) 6363 6888
SMRT Taxis Skytrek Bookings / Premier Cabs (65) 6555 8888
Basic fare Normal Limousine
Flag-Down (inclusive of 1st km or less) $2.80-$3.00 $3.20
Every 385 metres thereafter or less up to 10 km $0.20 $0.20
Every 330 metres thereafter or less after 10 km $0.20 $0.20
Every 45 secs of waiting or less $0.20 $0.20
Peak Hour Surcharge
Monday - Friday : 7.00am to 9.30am 35% of metered fare 35% of metered fare
Monday - Saturday: 5.00pm to 8.00pm 35% of metered fare 35% of metered fare
Applicable at the time of boarding. Not applicable on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Midnight Surcharge
Midnight - 5:59am 50% of metered fare
Central Business District (CBD) Surcharge
Monday - Saturday : 5.00pm to Midnight $3.00 $3.00
Applicable for trips starting from CBD area. Not applicable on Sundays and Public Holidays.
The CBD surcharge is payable on top of the Peak Hour Surcharge.
Public Holiday Surcharge
From 6pm on the eve to 12 midnight of the public holidays below: New Year's Day, 1st and 2nd Day of Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa, Deepavali, Christmas Day $1.00 $1.00
Where the above holiday falls on a Sunday and the following Monday is a holiday, the Public Holiday Surcharge will be payable up to 12 midnight of Monday.
Location Surcharges
Changi Airport & Changi Air Freight Centre
Friday-Sunday from 5.00pm to 12 midnight $5.00 $5.00
At all other times $3.00 $3.00
Seletar Airport $3.00 $3.00
Singapore Expo Centre $2.00 $2.00
Booking Fees
Current Bookings:
Monday - Friday: 7.00am to 9.30am
5.00pm to 11.00pm
$3.50 $8.00
At all other times including Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. $2.50 $8.00
Advanced Bookings (at least half an hour in advance) $5.20 $16.00
Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) Charges
Please reimburse our driver for the ERP charges incurred during trip and for Fuji Xerox Tower drop-off.
1. Private Cars
2. MRT(train services)
3. Bus
4. Taxis
Private Cars
One can either rent a car or buy one. What you need to note is that cars in Singapore are all right hand drive. Also you may need to undergo a course to convert your license to that of a Singapore license. If you are looking to buy a car, do realise that the cars in Singapore cost more than other countries. There is an additional charge known as COE.
Other unique factor is the ERP system in Singapore where basically you will need to pay when entering the business district area. Parking in the business district area would usually set you back about $2/hr - $3/hr of parking.
Click here for a view of ERP rate and location of gantry.
MRT
The subway system in Singapore is very well linked up. You can travel from one corner to the other in about an hour or less using the train system. Fees are affordable, costing between $0.80 - $2. For a map of the MRT station in Singapore, click here
Bus
The main bus provider in Singapore is SBS bus transit. The fairs are about the same as the MRT and bus stop are usually located around 50 meters away from each other. You can use the journey planner available here to plan your route in Singapore. Just enter the starting location and the final location which you would like to go to and the planner will give you a guide of which bus to take.
Payment for Buses and MRT
The fare payment for bus and MRT in Singapore is done via ezlink card. This is basically a prepaid card which you buy in advance and tap whenever you board and alight the transport. For tourist, you can enjoy unlimited train and bus ride by purchasing a Singapore Tourist Pass which cost you $8/day. You will need to return the card within 5 days.
Taxi
All taxi in Singapore are metered. Never board one which is not (this should not even happen at all). Below are the charges and booking numb er of the taxi companies in Singapore.
Advance Booking Phone Numbers
Comfort Citycab Dial-A-Cab (65) 6552 1111
Comfort Premier Cabs (65) 6552 2828
Premier Taxis (65) 6363 6888
SMRT Taxis Skytrek Bookings / Premier Cabs (65) 6555 8888
Basic fare Normal Limousine
Flag-Down (inclusive of 1st km or less) $2.80-$3.00 $3.20
Every 385 metres thereafter or less up to 10 km $0.20 $0.20
Every 330 metres thereafter or less after 10 km $0.20 $0.20
Every 45 secs of waiting or less $0.20 $0.20
Peak Hour Surcharge
Monday - Friday : 7.00am to 9.30am 35% of metered fare 35% of metered fare
Monday - Saturday: 5.00pm to 8.00pm 35% of metered fare 35% of metered fare
Applicable at the time of boarding. Not applicable on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Midnight Surcharge
Midnight - 5:59am 50% of metered fare
Central Business District (CBD) Surcharge
Monday - Saturday : 5.00pm to Midnight $3.00 $3.00
Applicable for trips starting from CBD area. Not applicable on Sundays and Public Holidays.
The CBD surcharge is payable on top of the Peak Hour Surcharge.
Public Holiday Surcharge
From 6pm on the eve to 12 midnight of the public holidays below: New Year's Day, 1st and 2nd Day of Chinese New Year, Hari Raya Puasa, Deepavali, Christmas Day $1.00 $1.00
Where the above holiday falls on a Sunday and the following Monday is a holiday, the Public Holiday Surcharge will be payable up to 12 midnight of Monday.
Location Surcharges
Changi Airport & Changi Air Freight Centre
Friday-Sunday from 5.00pm to 12 midnight $5.00 $5.00
At all other times $3.00 $3.00
Seletar Airport $3.00 $3.00
Singapore Expo Centre $2.00 $2.00
Booking Fees
Current Bookings:
Monday - Friday: 7.00am to 9.30am
5.00pm to 11.00pm
$3.50 $8.00
At all other times including Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. $2.50 $8.00
Advanced Bookings (at least half an hour in advance) $5.20 $16.00
Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) Charges
Please reimburse our driver for the ERP charges incurred during trip and for Fuji Xerox Tower drop-off.
by chuayifeng
chuayifeng
A part time writer that writes about the beautiful island he lives on, Singapore.
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