Which is the best travel card for Singapore?
The best travel card for Singapore is the Wise Multi Currency card for tap or swipe large transactions like accommodation and restaurants. Wise offers the best exchange rate for Singapore dollars globally and charges no international transaction fees.
HSBC Global and Citibank Plus cards are the best for ATM withdrawals and great exchange rates for Singapore dollars. Both these cards charge no international transaction fee and can be used within Australia without penalties.
The best credit cards for Singapore are the BankWest Platinum Breeze and ING One Low Rate as they have the lowest interest rates on the market with and charge no international transaction fees.
Should I bring cash to Singapore?
Yes, you should bring cash to Singapore and buy Singapore dollars before you travel to Singapore. It is one of the best ways to take money to Singapore. Having Singapore dollars on hand when you arrive at the airport will make your life a lot easier. The airport is also the most expensive place to exchange currency, so you will save a lot of money as well. Even though Singapore is card friendly, having cash on hand will always be handy for small purchases, tipping and paying for transport.
Which bank has the best travel money card for Singapore?
HSBC and Citibank have the best travel money cards for Singapore. Both have lots of ATMs within Singapore, both offer fantastic exchange rates for the Singapore dollar and both offer ‘no international transaction fees’.
Is a travel money card better than cash?
A travel money card is more secure than cash because you need your pin to authorise transactions, if you lose cash you are unlikely to have it returned. If your travel money card is stolen, then you can report it lost or stolen online quickly. It is also less bulky to carry 2 or 3 cards than lots of cash.
Which prepaid card is best for Singapore?
The best prepaid cards for Singapore are Wise, HSBC and Citibank which offer the most competitive cards in the market. Other older style prepaid cards like Australia Post, Cash Passport, Travel Money Oz and Travelex have lots of charges like load, unload, inactivity, ATM withdrawals and initial card fees.
How do I put money on my travel money card?
You can place money on your travel money card online and paying by direct debit from your bank account will cost you the least. Log in to your bank account, transfer your funds into the travel money card and the money should be there within 24 hours.
How much money do I need per day in Singapore?
As a general rule, working out how much money to take to Singapore depends on where you go and your type of travel. If you travel on a budget to Singapore it can cost from $70 a day. If you travel in the middle range throughout Singapore it can cost from $150 per day. Finally if you travel with luxury throughout Singapore it can cost anywhere from $300 per day.
Can I use dollars in Singapore?
You can only use Singapore dollars in Singapore, you can not use Australian dollars or US dollars. The currency in Singapore is the Singapore dollar. There are 4 commonly used bank notes with different colours, they are $2, $5, $10, $50, $500 and $1,000. There are 5 coins, they are 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c and $1.
