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Ensure that
passports have at least 6 months validity.
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Check visa
requirements for entry to your destination.
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Have onward/return
tickets.
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Check on health
and vaccination requirements.
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Bring along
adequate funds.
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Apply for an Exit
Permit (applicable to male Singapore citizen on National Service).
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Get full travel
and medical insurance to cover illness, injury and loss of money, baggage,
tickets etc.
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Find out more
about the country you intend to visit, particularly any cultural
sensitivities.
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Bring along your
doctor's prescription if you have to carry medication or drugs. You may need
to show this at the customs checkpoint.
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Carry photocopies
of your identity card and passport data page, credit cards and note down
travel cheque numbers if any.
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Obtain address and
contact number of the nearest Singapore Mission.
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Leave a copy of
your itinerary with your family/friends or inform them where you are going
and how you may be contacted.
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Obey the laws and
respect local customs of the country you are visiting.
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Take special care
of your passport and other documents of identification and keep them in a
safe place, preferably separate from the rest of your luggage.
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Don't carry too
much cash or other valuables.
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Never leave your
belongings unattended.
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Always take care
of personal safety and security.
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Never carry
packages through customs on behalf of other people.
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Beware of the food
and drinks you consume in areas where hygiene standards are low.
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Check out the
customs regulations concerning import and export of items.
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If you drive, be
sure that you have an International Driving Permit.
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Make sure you know
the local rules of the road.
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Ensure that you,
your passengers and the vehicle are covered by insurance.
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Read the small
print on the car hire agreements before you sign.
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Stay in touch with
your family in Singapore and inform them of any change in your itinerary or
contact details.
