🇸🇬 Is Singapore safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Singapore: 43 diplomatic missions from 42 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Singapore
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Check airspace closures and flight cancellations before departing, even if your destination is outside the Middle East
- Verify transit country advisories and confirm latest updates directly with your airline or tour operator
- Review your travel insurance to ensure it covers your full itinerary, planned activities and emergencies
- All travelers must complete the SG Arrival Pass form before entering Singapore
- A police investigation typically results in passport retention until the case is closed
Risk areas and situations
- Middle East escalation is causing widespread disruption affecting flights and airspace across multiple regions
Local laws and customs
- Drug-related offences carry severe penalties in Singapore; traces of drug use detected on arrival or in transit can result in denial of entry or arrest
- Drug trafficking and possession carry severe penalties: deportation, fines, corporal punishment, prison or death
- Drug consumption is also a criminal offense in Singapore
- All cannabis-derived products are banned, including CBD, hemp, hashish and personal care items containing them
- Carrying banned cannabis products (small amounts) may result in denied entry and forced return at own expense
Emergency numbers in Singapore
Embassies and consulates in Singapore
43 diplomatic missions from 42 countries, across 3 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇬🇷 Greece | 2 | Singapore |
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | |
| 🇦🇴 Angola | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇧🇩 Bangladesh | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇧🇳 Brunei | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 1 | Singapore |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 1 | Bukit Timah |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Singapore |
…and 30 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Singapore is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Singapore safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Singapore is 1.18/4 (Low risk, level 1 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Singapore?
The general emergency number in Singapore is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Singapore?
Telcomia tracks 43 diplomatic missions from 42 countries in Singapore, across 3 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.