HEALTH SERVICE AND TRAVEL IN SINGAPORE

Singapore is one of the largest transportation centers in Asia, which means that students can have a relatively cheap and short flight and spend the weekend at a beach on a beautiful tropical island. Pictures in Cambodia, Thailand, Indonesia or Vietnam, or explore nearby Chinese, Indian and Malaysian cultures.

Singapore is a very safe country, probably the safest in Southeast Asia. Women are respected and practically no serious criminal offenses are known for their severe punishment. The death penalty still applies to drug trafficking and even throwing rubbish into the street will also cause you to pay a $ 1,000 fine. However, there are cases of small offenses such as pickpockets, so you always need to make sure you look after your belongings. Traveling in Singapore When traveling in Singapore, students can purchase value-priced tickets at the TransitLink Ticket Office at the MRT stations. This is a smart card that can be used on buses, MRT and LRT to save money when traveling. Regular students under the age of 21 are eligible for the ITE Student Discount Card, which discounts you when you travel on the MRT. There are some restrictions, so check out the TransitLink website for more information on ticketing and fare. International students can save money traveling, always making sure you ask for this with the travel agent when you book. STA travel company offers cheap flights and vacations to students. You may also consider purchasing an ISIC card that saves you money with some travel agents and other stores in Singapore. Health services When you come to Singapore, you should register with a local doctor. Students do not have to buy health insurance, however, the cost of medical care in Singapore can be very expensive, so students should have a certain form of health insurance while studying in Singapore. The Ministry of Health website has special information for international students, click here to read more. In case of an emergency, the phone number should be called 999 to call the police, and 995 to the emergency and fire department.