General Facts of Singapore

• Handshaking is a warm way of greeting others regardless of racial background.
• Once invited to a home remove your shoes and also while entering a temple or a mosque.
• Leave a little on the plate when you have finished eating as it might be interpreted, as you are still hungry.
• Laws relating to littering are strictly enforced in urban areas so don't litter while in Singapore.
• Other don'ts in Singapore include no smoking in public areas including restaurants also for dropping a cigarette end in the street would lead to fine of S$ 50.
• Chewing gum in Singapore may get you arrested.
• For drug trafficking there is death penalty and harsh penalties for those possessing and using within the country.
• Those on business trip should be punctual for the appointments.
• Exchange of cards is quite common and while giving hold it with both hands.
• It is considered proper to address by using Mr., Mrs. or Miss and not first names.
• Don't touch opposite sex as it may not be received in a good light.
• On the other hand don't point with your finger this is considered rude and you may use entire hand with the palm to draw attention