Useful Information

To drive in Singapore, you must hold a valid Singaporean driving licence for the specific class of vehicle you intend to drive. This applies to Singapore citizens, permanent residents, and foreign residents who have been living in Singapore for more than 12 months.

Foreigners residing in Singapore for less than 12 months must hold a valid foreign driving licence along with an International Driving Permit (IDP) issued by an authorized body in their home country (e.g., the Automobile Association). If an IDP is unavailable, an official English translation of the foreign licence is required.

Drivers from ASEAN member countries are exempt from the IDP requirement and only need a valid driving licence issued by the relevant authority in their home country.

Possession of controlled drugs is presumed to be for trafficking, a serious offence that can carry the death penalty. Offences committed under the influence of alcohol or drugs, such as drunk driving, are punishable by law. For more information, please visit the Singapore Statutes Online website.

Foreign students are not permitted to work in Singapore during term time or vacation unless they are granted a Work Pass exemption under the Employment of Foreign Manpower (Work Pass Exemptions) Notification.

For more details, please visit the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website.

Smoking is prohibited in enclosed public areas such as schools, cinemas, public transport, offices, and indoor restaurants. These places will display clear warning signs.

Traffic
Jaywalking is considered an offence.

Littering
Littering, spitting, and vandalism (including graffiti) in public areas are serious offences.

Rough Sleeping
Rough sleeping in public spaces is prohibited.

Failure to report a change of residential address to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) is a serious offence.