Singapore Travel Risk — Low Risk (11/100)
Is Singapore safe to visit?
Low risk. Yes, Singapore is generally safe for travelers. Standard precautions cover most situations.
Crime (score 10)
Disease & health (score 15)
September 1, 2026
70%
Singapore, Singapore has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 11 out of 100 (low risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is disease & health at 15/100; the lowest-rated category is crime at 10/100; last updated September 1, 2026. This page is a baseline travel safety overview for Singapore, Singapore, covering crime, health, government travel advisory, political stability, natural disasters, transport, environmental quality, digital security, and money safety. Real-time conditions — including today's weather, official US State Department advisory, GDACS disaster alerts, CDC health notices, and recent news headlines — are shown in the Live conditions section below and refreshed multiple times per day.
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Singapore currently sits at 11/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the low-risk tier. Most travelers report routine, uneventful trips and the page below covers the few category-specific things to stay alert for. The highest-rated risk category for Singapore is disease & health (15/100), and the lowest is crime (10/100). This page was last updated on September 1, 2026; the baseline category scores are editorial estimates, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Aug 31, 2026
Singapore remains a low‑risk destination, with a baseline safety score of 11 out of 100 and the U.S. State Department maintaining a Level 1 advisory. The CDC also lists only a Level 1 global dengue notice, and recent headlines highlight Singapore’s reputation as the world’s safest nightlife city and regional efforts to keep waters free and safe.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Sep 1, 2026 00:49 UTC
What should I do now?
- Run a real assessment. Open the calculator for live data (weather, advisory, news) layered onto this baseline.
- Disease & health (score 15/100): Check CDC and WHO advice for required vaccinations. Pack basic medications. Confirm your travel insurance covers medical evacuation.
- Environmental quality (score 10/100): Check air-quality forecasts. If sensitive, pack a mask and adjust outdoor activity. Hydration is critical in heat.
- Check your country's advisory. The single most authoritative live signal. Linked at the bottom of every real assessment.
Safety by traveler type in Singapore
Computed from the category scores on this page plus general best practice — not personalized advice. For guidance tuned to your exact dates, transport, and profile, run a personalized assessment.
Solo travelers
Crime risk is low, so solo travel is straightforward — keep standard awareness in crowds and on transit.
Women traveling solo
General crime risk is low. Apply the usual precautions; trust your instincts and keep someone informed of your plans. We don't hold gender-specific incident data for Singapore, so also check the live official advisory above and local women-traveler communities.
Families with children
Health and disaster risk are low — a generally family-friendly profile. Pack a basic first-aid kit and confirm your insurance covers children.
Senior travelers
Health and transport risk are low. Carry medication in original packaging and keep a copy of prescriptions.
Business travelers
Digital and money risk are low. Standard precautions on public Wi-Fi and card use are enough.
LGBTQ+ travelers
Local laws and social attitudes toward LGBTQ+ travelers vary widely by country and are not captured in our category scores. The official advisory and political indicators for Singapore are currently low — still, check country-specific legal guidance before you travel.
Baseline scores
Source: AI-enriched 2026-07-27 (Ollama-grounded + Jina full text, cited; pending editorial verification) · Confidence: 70
Quick facts
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | medium |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | medium |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | September 1, 2026 |
Live conditions in Singapore
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Official travel advisory
Level 1 · Exercise Normal Precautions
Singapore - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Disaster alerts
No active GDACS disaster alerts matched Singapore as of the last successful refresh.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-07-30
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Samoa, Vietnam, New Caledonia (France), Maldives, Bolivia, Tonga, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia,
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-03-09
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-08-31 15:03:16 UTC
Recent headlines
No recent news headlines were returned for Singapore. This is not evidence that conditions are quiet; check local and official sources.
Practical safety map
Safety infrastructure nearby in Singapore
Singapore has 10 hospitals, 10 police stations, 5 embassies, 10 pharmacies and 5 fire stations within 7 km of the city center in the latest OpenStreetMap extract.
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Facility list (works without JavaScript)
- Hospital: Alexandra Hospital
- Hospital: Block 22 - Mortuary
- Hospital: Gleneagles Hospital
- Hospital: Gleneagles Medical Centre
- Hospital: National University Hospital
- Hospital: National University Hospital
- Hospital: New Life Coach Doctor
- Hospital: Nursing Training Centre
- Hospital: Singapore Institute of Advanced Medicine - Proton Therapy Centre
- Hospital: Urgent Care Centre
- Police: Bukit Merah West Neighbourhood Police Centre
- Police: Bukit Timah Neighbourhood Police Centre
- Police: Buona Vista Neighbourhood Police Post
- Police: Commonwealth Neighbourhood Police Post
- Police: Dover Neighbourhood Police Post
- Police: Interpol
- Police: Pasir Panjang Neighbourhood Police Post
- Police: Queenstown Neighbourhood Police Centre
- Police: River Valley Neighbourhood Police Post
- Police: Special Operations Command
- Embassy: Consulate of The Principality of Liechtenstein
- Embassy: Embassy of the United States of America
- Embassy: Embassy of Vietnam
- Embassy: High Commission of Australia
- Embassy: High Commission Of Brunei Darussalam
- Pharmacy: Unnamed pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Unnamed pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Guardian
- Pharmacy: Guardian
- Pharmacy: Guardian
- Pharmacy: Pharmacy
- Pharmacy: Takeda Pharmaceuticals Asia Private Limited
- Pharmacy: Unity
- Pharmacy: Watsons
- Pharmacy: Watsons
- Fire station: Alexandra Fire Station
- Fire station: Clementi Fire Station
- Fire station: Clementi West Fire Post
- Fire station: Telok Blangah Fire Post
- Fire station: West Coast Marine Fire Station
Map and facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Locations can be incomplete or outdated; confirm before relying on them. See this destination’s numbers or browse emergency numbers by country.
Emergency numbers (Singapore)
| Police | 999 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 995 |
| Fire | 995 |
| General | 999 |
See nearby hospitals, police, pharmacies, embassies, and fire stations on the safety map.
Medical access
| Hospital access | high |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | high |
| Emergency response | high |
| English-speaking care | high |
| Evacuation complexity | low |
Singapore features a highly developed healthcare system with excellent medical facilities and readily accessible care for travelers. Health is rated as a low risk category overall with strong medical infrastructure.
Common scam patterns
- Gem and Goods Overpricing. Tourists may encounter overpriced items, gem cons, or questionable value purchases in certain shopping districts like Chinatown and Orchard Road. These commercial tricks rely on inflated prices rather than physical danger. Tip: Always verify prices and shop at reputable, established retailers.
- Inflated Transport Fares. Travelers occasionally face aggressive drivers or fares that appear inflated due to multiple stacked legitimate surcharges. Unregulated or rogue transport arrangements can lead to unexpected costs. Tip: Use vetted transport options and official metered cabs.
- Online and Tour Phishing. Phishing-style online tour sellers, fake ticket vendors, and accommodation scams target visitors over the internet. These digital cons attempt to trick travelers into paying for non-existent travel packages. Tip: Book tours and accommodations exclusively through verified, official platforms.
Area notes
- Marina Bay. A popular destination for visitors where standard commercial tourist traps may occasionally occur.
- Chinatown. A bustling area frequented by tourists where gem and goods overpricing can sometimes be encountered.
- Orchard Road. A major shopping district where visitors should remain alert to tailored goods and unexpected service fees.
Frequently asked questions
Is Singapore safe to visit right now?
Yes, Singapore is generally safe for travelers. Standard precautions cover most situations. Composite score: 11/100 (Low risk). Crime category sits at 10/100; pickpocketing in crowded tourist areas is the most common issue, but violent crime against tourists is uncommon. Last refreshed September 2026.
What is the current travel advisory for Singapore, Singapore?
The current US State Department advisory level for Singapore is shown in the Live conditions section above. Always cross-check your home country's foreign-ministry advisory — for many countries the tier differs from the US assessment. Real-time advisory text is fetched every 6 hours from the US State Department RSS feed.
How safe is Singapore for tourists?
Yes, Singapore is generally safe for travelers. Standard precautions cover most situations. The biggest risk factor right now is Disease & health (15/100). Even the highest category here is moderate, so a generally manageable risk profile with normal precautions.
What is the biggest risk in Singapore?
The highest-scoring risk category is Disease & health (score 15/100). Even the highest category here is moderate, suggesting a generally manageable risk profile. Full 9-category breakdown is in the Scores section of this page.
Is it safe to visit Singapore in September 2026?
For September 2026, the composite risk for Singapore is 11/100 (Low risk). Live weather, disaster alerts, and news shown in the Live conditions section above are refreshed every 30 minutes to 6 hours depending on the source. For an AI-synthesized briefing for your specific trip dates and traveler profile, use the Travel Risk Calculator linked at the top of this page.
How are these travel risk scores calculated?
Each category is scored 0-100 based on government travel advisories (US State Dept), crime indices (Numbeo), Global Peace Index data, WHO/CDC health context, and curated regional knowledge. The composite is a weighted sum — see /methodology for the full weight breakdown. Live data (weather, advisories, news) is layered on top of every assessment.
How often is this page updated?
This page is updated daily: live weather, official advisories, disaster alerts, health notices and news refresh automatically multiple times per day, and an AI safety snapshot is regenerated on the first visit each day. The baseline category scores are editorial estimates reviewed periodically (see the Transparency & Sources section below).
Is this a substitute for an official travel advisory?
No. Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated risk information for planning purposes only. Always check your home country's official travel advisory and any health notices from your national health authority before traveling.
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Auto-enrichment from Ollama-grounded AI (https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/singapore.html | https://www.osac.gov/Content/Report/b7a3c1e6-630b-4cd9-abc5-1c2ea2b19903 | https://www.smartrave) AI-enriched 2026-07-27 (Ollama-grounded + Jina full text, cited; pending editorial verification) |
50% |
| May 15, 2026 | — → 11 | low | initial snapshot Editorial baseline 2026-05-14 (Numbeo + WHO + State Dept + Global Peace Index references) |
70% |
Every editorial change to Singapore's composite score is logged here, with the source and reason for the change. Live data overlays (weather, advisories, disaster alerts, news) refresh continuously on their own cadences and are not recorded as score changes — see the Live conditions section above for current overlay state.
Transparency & Sources
We try to be honest about what we know, what we estimated, and what we don't have. Below is the audit trail for this page.
Review status
verified
Last reviewed
2026-07-27 02:35:11
Data confidence
70%
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Singapore
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
What is estimated
- Composite tier and category scores are an editorial baseline estimate, not a real-time measurement.
What is unavailable
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated travel-threat information for preparation purposes only. It does not replace official government advisories, medical advice, emergency alerts, immigration rules, insurance advice, police guidance, embassy information, or professional security consultation.