Which operator? - SG

Prepaid Card Rates and Charges

The different between the 3 operators in Singapore is minimal. If you are only here for a short stay, i suggest that you just pick one and save yourself the hassle of reading the article. :) 

Starhub's Tourist prepaid sim card seems pretty attractive as it also comes with a free data bundle which lasts for 3 days, allows free data access on YourSingapore Guide App and other promotions - http://www.starhub.com/visitsg.

Local Calls

As of July 2008, Singtel and M1 both charge S$0.16 during the day and S$0.08 during night on local calls. Starhub charges a flat rate S$0.22 on the first minute and S$0.08 on the next minute. The SMS rate for the three prepaid service providers is S$0.05.

You can request for a turn-on of unlimited FREE incoming calls service but you have to pay daily for this service. For Singtel, you will pay S$0.60 a day. For M1, you will pay S$0.59. For Starhub, you will pay S$0.59. If you expect to have a number of incoming calls during the day, it is advisable to avail of this service. Otherwise, you will be charged with the incoming calls.

Do check with the provider as there could be promotions available. For example, Singtel customers get 10 days of free incoming calls with every $10 top-up. 

International Calls

To make an overseas call, you need dial the access code followed by the country code, area code and telephone. Each telephone company in Singapore has its own International Direct Dialing (IDD) access codes:

• Starhub: 008 (best quality) and 018 (VOIP based, best value)
• SingTel: 001 (best quality), 013 and 019 (VOIP based, best value)
• M1: 002 (best quality) and 021 (VOIP based, best value)

All three companies offer attractive International Direct Dialing (IDD) rates for prepaid card users. You can make phone calls to many of the countries at the local calling rates. For more details, refer to:

• Starhub IDD rates for prepaid card users
• Singtel IDD rates for prepaid card users
• M1 IDD rates for prepaid card users

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Prepaid SIM cards - SG

SIM cards

Prepaid SIM cards in Singapore come in various denominations ranging from S$10 to S$50. They can be purchased at most convenience stores, Singapore Post and at the Airport.

Since 2006, Singapore government has made the prepaid SIM registration a mandatory requirement. This means the card must be registered under the name of the person who will be using it. As a result, you will be required to produce your passport at the time of purchase. Once registered, the card is ready for use immediately.

When you are running low on the balance value in your SIM card, you can either buy top up cards from convenience stores or top up the SIM card electronically at DBS/POSB bank ATM machines, Self-automated Machines (SAM), AXS electronic machine or via internet banking at www.vpost.com.sg if you have an Internet Bank account with DBS, UOB or Citibank. 

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Free internet - SG

Wireless@SG

Wireless@SG is an initiative by the Singapore government which allows users enjoy free, both in-door and outdoor seamless wireless broadband access with speeds of up to 1 Mbps at public areas in Singapore.

All residents and visitors to Singapore can sign up for a free account.  1. Online Account Application Users with access to the Internet can log onto any of the three operators' websites and complete an online registration form. Alternatively, they can click on the 'New User Sign Up' link found on the Wireless@SG log-in page when they select the Wireless@SG network at the coverage areas. The account will be activated immediately and a password sent to them via SMS. 2. Customer Service CentresThose without mobile phones or online access can visit any of the operators' customer service centres to register and collect their passwords. Users can also check with their operator of choice for other registration methods. Getting Connected to Wireless@SG

Visit http://www.infocomm123.sg/wireless_at_sg/ for more details and to register for an account! 

3. Alternatively, if you don't have a Singapore number and are too lazy to visit the customer service centre, you may try this if you have international roaming. 

• Ensure you are roaming on the Singtel network
• Dial *186 and press call – your phone will make a call but it will disconnect almost immediately
• You will then receive a text message with your username and password - The username is usually your phone number @singtel e.g. +635425682@singtel
• Search for available WIFI on your mobile and connect to Wireless@SG
• Once connected, open your browser. You will be directed to a page to login.
• Enter the username and password in the text message. Hit enter and you’re online!

Note that the password is valid only for 24 hours. Just repeat the above process once it has expired and you are good to go. :) 

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