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Singapore
VERIFIED · MAY 202635 ENTRIESSOUTHEAST ASIA
Singapore is in Southeast Asia. Review the laws below before your trip. Country pages link to official sources, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
HEADS UP
Death penalty for drugs. Chewing gum banned. Massive fines for minor offenses.
DO NOT BRING
Any drugs · Graffiti/vandalism · Gathering without permit · Selling gum
Medications
6 entriesSubstances
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9 entriesDigital
4 entriesCOMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
- Chewing gum is not banned to chew but cannot be sold or imported in commercial quantities, with therapeutic gum the only exception.
- Vape devices are illegal to possess or carry in transit, even when sealed in checked baggage.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- Drug testing on arrival can detect substances consumed in another country and is treated as consumption inside Singapore.
- Smoking bans extend to most outdoor public spaces, with Orchard Road and most bus stops fully no-smoking.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.