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Singapore, Singapore

Dating scene 7/10, safety 9.5/10, about $2,500 a month, minimal language barrier.

By the PassportBroList editorial teamLast reviewed 15 Sept 2026
Singapore, Singapore
Dating 7/10 Safety 9.5/10 English 9.5/10 $2,500/mo

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Moderate visa
Minimal language barrier
Medium expat community
Safety 9.5/10
Dating scene
7/10
Safety
9.5/10
Monthly cost
$2,500
one person, comfortable
English level
9.5/10
Healthcare
7/10
Internet
60 Mbps
typical download
Coworking spaces
30
Average date
$25

Overview of Singapore

Singapore is a Southeast Asia city in Singapore. It scores 7/10 for its dating scene, 9.5/10 for safety and 9.5/10 for English proficiency. A single man living comfortably can expect to spend around $2,500 a month. The language barrier is minimal, the expat community is medium, visa access for most Western passports is rated moderate.

Professional and ambitious. Singaporean women have high standards. Be successful and well-presented. Efficiency valued. Nice restaurant or trendy bar. High standards expected. May split bill. Dress professionally.

Cost of living in Singapore

Typical monthly ranges in USD for one person. Rent assumes a modern one-bedroom in a central, expat-friendly area.

CategoryPer month
Accommodation$1200-2000
Food$400-700
Transportation$150-250
Entertainment$400-700
Miscellaneous$350-550
Estimated total$2,500
Average date
$25
Local beer
$2.5
Gym / month
$35

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Dating scene in Singapore

Apps that work here

Tinder
Bumble
Coffee Meets Bagel
CMB
Paktor

How to approach
Professional and ambitious. Singaporean women have high standards. Be successful and well-presented. Efficiency valued.
First dates
Nice restaurant or trendy bar. High standards expected. May split bill. Dress professionally.
Who pays
High financial expectations. Success and ambition important. May split bills but appreciate generosity.
Communication
Direct and efficient. Time conscious. Appreciate clarity. Mix of cultures affects style.
Family involvement
Low

Relationships and marriage culture

Highly educated, career-focused women. Pragmatic approach to relationships. High expectations. Marriage rates declining.

Where to live in Singapore

Neighborhoods that expats and foreigners tend to choose for safety, walkability and social life.

  • Marina Bay
  • Orchard
  • Clarke Quay
  • Tiong Bahru
  • Holland Village

Most newcomers report feeling settled after about 2 months.

Culture, customs and climate

Do

  • +Respect multicultural society
  • +Follow strict laws
  • +Be punctual
  • +Dress well
  • +Be educated and ambitious
  • +Appreciate efficiency

Don't

  • −Don't break any laws
  • −Avoid chewing gum
  • −Don't litter
  • −Never do drugs
  • −Don't criticize government
  • −Avoid being late

Climate and lifestyle

Stable weather · No natural disasters · Always summer · Rain cools things down

Safety in Singapore

Singapore scores 9.5/10 for safety and 7/10 for healthcare quality. The issues below are the ones foreigners most often report. Standard big-city precautions apply everywhere.

  • High cost surprises
    Low
  • Strict law enforcement
    Low

See country-level advisories on the safety ratings page.