I. Luggage
Clothing: Singapore has a warm and humid climate with an average annual temperature of 24-27℃. So when you go to Singapore, you need to keep shirts, T-shirts, pants, shorts and other clothes, and cotton fabrics are preferred. Due to the complete air-conditioning facilities in Singapore, the temperature of many air-conditioned rooms is very low, so it is necessary to prepare a coat to keep out the cold.
Electrical appliances: Singapore's current and electrical plugs are in English. You can bring a plug converter from China. Small appliances in Singapore are not expensive. It is better to buy MP4, CD player, camera and computer accessories in Singapore. In addition, Singapore has a well-developed wireless network, and public places generally have free wireless networks. Students are advised to bring notebooks. In view of the warranty problem, it is recommended to buy computers locally, but the price is slightly higher than that in China.
Drugs: It is very wise to take some cold medicines, anti-inflammatory drugs, topical medicines for burns and scalds, essential balm, etc. And bring as many conventional medicines as possible, and take this medical encyclopedia as a reference. It should be noted that Chinese patent medicines can be brought, and Chinese herbal medicines are not allowed to enter the country. Foreign dental expenses are extremely high. If you have this disease, please treat it in advance in China.
Singapore Customs prohibits bringing cigarettes into the country, and offenders will each be fined 10.
Second, banks and money.
At present, Singapore fluctuates around 4.9 against RMB. Currency exchange can be exchanged in banks, hotels and any other "chartered currency exchange offices". All major shopping centers in Singapore have chartered currency exchange offices. You shouldn't exchange money with illegal money changers. You can take some Singapore dollars across the border of China, but not too much, in case of being seized by the customs.
Huaxia Bank, China Bank, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and China Construction Bank all have branches in Singapore, but the formalities cost is relatively high. It is recommended to buy a money order or traveler's check first, open an account in Singapore, or use a local bank card in Singapore. In the future, China's parents can remit money directly to their accounts in Singapore by wire transfer. International visas and MasterCard are also acceptable, but the handling fee is not low.
In addition to SGD, major shopping malls and department stores in Singapore also accept USD, AUD, JPY and GBP.
Three. Living consumption
Singapore's consumption level is among the best in Asia, but compared with developed countries in Europe and America, Singapore's living consumption is relatively reasonable, and the prices of food, clothing, housing and transportation are not high. The average monthly consumption of international students is between S $750 and S $2,000, and the specific data varies from person to person.
There is no tradition of tipping in Singapore. Generally, hotels will deduct a certain amount of tips directly from the guests' consumption.
In terms of accommodation, there are generally four ways for international students to stay in Singapore: on-campus dormitory, boarding school, family guardianship and off-campus apartment. All kinds of accommodation have different grades, and the monthly rent varies from S $ 150- 1300.
Students in Singapore have a variety of scholarships and grants, and students can apply according to their own situation and institutions.
2. Guide to studying abroad and renting a house in Singapore
I. Regional location
The land division in Singapore is determined according to the postal area. A postal area of * * * 28 can be divided into four areas: north, west, middle and east. In order to avoid the constant life brought by crossing the postal area, everyone is looking for a house in the postal area where the school is located.
And when determining, we must first consider the traffic problem. Whether there is a convenient way to travel will directly affect everyone's living expenses. In the conditional area, finding a house with a suitable budget also needs to be considered.
Second, the type of house.
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Generally, apartments are managed by specialized agencies, so it will be more convenient for everyone to apply. They can directly log on to the website of the management organization, enter the name of their school, and then add filter conditions such as price and type to make a choice.
In the website, the external environment and internal furnishings of the house will be fully displayed. Everyone can basically see everything they want to know. If there are blind spots, you can consult the staff directly. After the basic confirmation, you can directly deposit and sign the contract after seeing the house.
2. Private residence
Generally, it is troublesome to find such a house by yourself, and there is no guarantee. You can filter through the intermediary. With the guarantee of a third party, you don't have to worry about being cheated. They will do almost anything well. You just have to nod your head to confirm.
Of course, everyone should make clear their own requirements, and ensure that all three parties are present when looking at the house. If there are problems, they need to be raised in time to solve them, so that the subsequent disputes will be much less.
Third, the lease contract
It involves the money you need to spend. In addition to the basic rent, you also need to pay basic services such as property services and garbage disposal, as well as water, electricity, gas and other expenses generated by life. These two parts are basically paid by everyone.
After finalizing the lease, you should also remember to sign a contract with the landlord that conforms to the law, and understand every clause clearly to safeguard your rights and interests, so as to effectively avoid being cheated.
3. Early warning of studying in Singapore
1, social security
Singapore has a reputation as a garden city. It not only has good scenery, but also has poor public security. It has been rated as the most livable country for many years in a row, and the country has also performed well in the safety index. Everyone can enjoy a comfortable life here.
Moreover, the politics here is relatively stable, and the difficulty of implementation is taken into account in the formulation and implementation of laws, which can basically meet the requirements of public security and stability, effectively guarantee the safety of residents, and the overall environment is very good.
2. Campus safety
The school is the main area for studying abroad. Studying here and living nearby, the school also attaches great importance to public security. Although the campus is semi-open, the school will have 24-hour patrol staff to answer the call for help.
Efforts in infrastructure and school regulations are important measures to ensure students' safety, and hardware needs to be maintained in time to ensure safety; The basic rules of campus need to be publicized, and students are required to strictly abide by them, which can avoid a lot of trouble.
3. Capital security
When you go to Singapore, you will bring a lot of cash and checks to ensure that life will not be embarrassed because of lack of money. But when you arrive, it is even more dangerous not to leave your money at home or carry it with you, but to deposit it in the bank as soon as possible.
In normal times, you shouldn't withdraw too much money. It's enough to have a card, because swiping a card here is common, safe and fast, but remember to keep it safe. If it is lost, it should be reported in time and frozen for replacement.
4. Information security
Pay attention to personal privacy and basic information. When surfing the Internet, try not to fill in private information on strange websites, especially information involving identity sensitivity, and remember not to upload or use photos at will.
When making online transfer or payment, confirm the regularity of the website and don't make mistakes; And after completing the payment process, you must remember to cancel the account and clear the browsing traces.