GridAsia 2008 - About Singapore

If there is one word that best captures Singapore, it is "unique". A dynamic city rich in contrast and colour, you'll find a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture here. Brimming with unbridled energy, this little dynamo in Southeast Asia embodies the finest of both East and West. A single day's trail will take you from the past to the future, from exotic ethnic enclave to efficient business centre, from serene gardens to sleek skyscrapers.

A comprehensive website on Singapore at UniquelySingapore has been set up by the Singapore Tourism Board specially for our visitors!

Visa Application / Letter of Invitation

Generally, foreigners do not need visas for entry to Singapore. Tourists visiting Singapore may be given up to 30-day social visit passes upon their arrival in Singapore.

For more information on visa requirements, click here.
For More information on the types of visas and to download the necessary application forms, click here.

For those who require a letter of invitation for the Visa application, please request it from jonlau@ngp.org.sg

Transportation to Hotel

Airport
Singapore is a major air hub in the Asia Pacific region and is served by more than 60 airlines flying to more than 150 cities in over 50 countries. The Singapore Changi Airport is located at the eastern tip of Singapore, about 20 kilometres (and 20 minutes drive) from the city centre.
Getting to the City Centre (to GridAsia conference hotels)
The airport is served by an efficient public transportation network. You will be spoilt for choice on how you can get to your hotel or to the city centre. You can click here for more information.
- Airport Shuttle Service
  This is a two-way service which goes to any hotels within the Central Business District. You can make a booking at the counters in the Arrival Hall and pay the fare in cash to the driver. Return trips to the airport can usually be arranged at the concierge of the hotel.
- Taxis
  Taxi services are available 24 hours daily at the Arrival Hall. During peak hours, the Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) system is operational on major highways and within the Central Business District area. You may be required to pay a surcharge during operational hours. A midnight surcharge (50% of metered fare) applies between midnight and 6am. There is also an airport surcharge of S$5 (Fridays to Sundays, 5pm to midnight) and S$3 at other times.
  
  You may choose to hop onto a Mercedes taxi or London cab available at the Limousine Service Counter. The service is available at a flat rate (S$35) and from 6am to 2am daily.
- Trains (MRT)
  The airport is served by the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT). An MRT station is located at Terminal 2 of the airport and is accessible from Terminal 1 via the Skytrain. The ride to the city is approximately 27 minutes and cost below S$2 (not inclusive of S$1 refundable deposit for the single trip ticket). Trains arrive in 12-minutes interval and the service is available from 5:31am -11:18pm (Mondays-Saturdays) and 5.59am - 11.18pm (Sundays/Public Holidays)
- Public Buses
  The public bus terminals are located at the basement of Terminals 1 and 2. The ride to City will cost less than S$2, please prepare exact fare before you board the bus as no change will be given. Information on the bus services is available near the bus stands. Bus services are available daily from 6am to midnight.