Travel

GETTING TO THE VENUE

By MRT

Outram Park Station (East West Line, North East Line or Thomson East Coast Line)

By SGH Shuttle Bus Services
The Campus Shuttle Service (Orange) travels between the different institutions and 3 MRT stations. Click here for more information.

By Car
Please park at Car Park H (Multi-Storey), end of MacAlister Road (behind Ministry of Health)

Public Bus Services
Outram Rd (Opposite Outram Park MRT Station EW Line / TE Line)

SBS Transit: 33, 63, 121
SMRT: 75, 851, 970

Eu Tong Sen Street (Before Outram Road, Outram Park MRT Station NE line)

SBS Transit: 124, 143, 147, 166, 197
SMRT: 61, 961

Eu Tong Sen Street (After Cantonment Complex)

SBS Transit: 2, 12, 12e, 54, 121, 122, 124, 143, 147, 174, 174e
SMRT: 190, 961
Others: CT8, CT18

Click here for more information.

ARRIVING IN SINGAPORE

General Entry Information

Passport validity of minimum 6 months if you are not a Singapore passport holder.
Visa – short term travellers holding a passport or travel documents from a visa-required country/region must apply for a visa – click ICA | Check if You Need an Entry Visa to see if you need a visa

Security and Immigration Processes on Arrival

Ensure that you do not bring prohibited items into Singapore - ICA | What You Can Bring
Familiarise yourself with immigration / custom clearance procedures, including whether you are eligible for automated clearance - ICA | Clearance Procedure for Travellers
Short-Term travellers should have sufficient cash and proof of onward travel (tickets, visas), and ensure that you do not stay beyond your visit pass validity. You may retrieve your e-Pass after arrival using the e-Pass Enquiry Portal or check your visit pass validity using the visit pass validity tool.

SG Arrival Card (SGAC)

All travellers are required to submit the SG Arrival Card within three (3) days (including the day of arrival) before arriving in Singapore, except:

those transiting / transferring through Singapore without seeking immigration clearance; and
Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders entering via land checkpoints.

Submission of SGAC is free and can be done via the SGAC e-Service or MyICA mobile app. Please refer to SGAC with electronic health declaration for more information.

COVID-19 Measures

Travellers entering Singapore no longer need to meet any COVID-19 requirements, regardless of vaccination status. Standard immigration requirements still apply.

Simplified COVID-19 Measures

With our latest COVID-19 measures, explore the best of Singapore with greater peace of mind.

Mask-wearing

Mask-wearing is not required on public transport, indoor and outdoor places.

Dine-in

Dine-in is allowed for all persons. This includes F&B establishments, hawker centres and coffee shops.

Events and Nightlife

Entry to events and nightlife establishments (including bars and karaokes) is open to all persons.

Depending on where you are travelling to and/or from, some flights may require you to wear masks onboard. Travellers are advised to check with the respective operators on the mask-wearing requirement prior to their trip.

ACCOMMODATION

Dorsett Singapore

333 New Bridge Road, Singapore 08876

15 minutes walking distance to SGH Campus

MRT: Outram Park

Orchid Hotel

1 Tras Link, Singapore 078867

10 minutes Taxi Ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Tanjong Pagar

Furama City Centre Singapore

60 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059804

5–10 minutes taxi ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Chinatown

Sofitel Singapore City Centre

9 Wallich St, Singapore 078885

10 minutes taxi ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Tanjong Pagar

PARKROYAL COLLECTION - Pickering

3 Upper Pickering Street, Singapore 058289

10 minutes taxi ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Chinatown

Furama RiverFront

405 Havelock Road, Singapore 169633

5–10 minutes taxi ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Havelock

Four Points by Sheraton

382 Havelock Road, Singapore 169629

5–10 minutes taxi ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Havelock

Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium

317 Outram Road, Singapore 169075

5–10 minutes taxi ride to SGH Campus

MRT: Havelock

USEFUL INFORMATION

Official Language

The official language of the conference is English.

Climate

Singapore is situated near the equator and has a typically tropical climate, with abundant rainfall, high and uniform temperatures, and high humidity all year round. Many of its climate variables, such as temperature and relative humidity, do not show large month-to-month variation. However, many variables exhibit prominent diurnal (or daily) variations from hour to hour, indicating the strong influence that solar heating has on the local climate.

Climate of Singapore | (weather.gov.sg)

Time

Singapore Time Zone: UTC+8

Electricity

In Singapore, the standard voltage is 230 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances with the standard voltage (230 V). The power plug sockets are of type G.

To be sure, check the label on the appliance. Some appliances do not need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz', the appliance can be used in all countries around the world. This is common for chargers of tablets / laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc.

Insurance and Liability

The Organizers do not take responsibility for any individual, medical, travel, or personal insurance. Participants are advised to secure their insurance policies before departure from their countries.

While every attempt is made to ensure efficient, trouble-free hospitality, including hotel accommodation, sightseeing, and tours, participants are advised that no liability accrues to the Organizers in the event of any necessary modifications, including change in itineraries for tours due to delays or cancellations of flights / other exigencies beyond the Organizers’ control.

Tipping

Tipping is encouraged when you experience good service, and this would be above the standard 10% gratuity to your bill added by some restaurants and hotels.

Safe Drinking Water

You can drink water straight from the tap in Singapore, as it meets World Health Organization standards. Bottled water is also readily available for purchase.

Useful Numbers

Police 999
Ambulance and Fire Brigade 995
Flight information 1800 542 4422

Wi-Fi and Connectivity

Visitors can access free Wi-Fi at any Wireless@SGx hotspot with their foreign mobile number by downloading the Wireless@SGx App.

Overseas charges may apply.

Currency

Please log in to www.xe.com to calculate approximate current currency values. Exchange rates change daily.

GST Tax Refund

If you make purchases of more than SGD$100 (including GST) at participating shops, you may claim a refund on the 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST) paid. This is known as the Tourist Refund Scheme.

For more information, please click here

Visitsingapore.com/travel-guide-tips/tourists-information/gst-tax-refund/

Smoking Policy

All public areas are non-smoking, except for specifically designated smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited by law throughout the hospital complex.