Capital city, Singapore
Can you drink tap water in Singapore?
YesYes, drinkable
Can you drink the tap water in Singapore?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water meets WHO standards and is safe to drink; refill bottles at public fountains and hawker centres.
Key facts
- In Singapore: Tap water meets WHO standards and is safe to drink; refill bottles at public fountains and hawker centres.
- Across Singapore: Tap water meets WHO standards and is safe to drink; refill bottles freely.
- Safely managed drinking water: 100% of people in Singapore (2024, WHO/UNICEF JMP).
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Singapore?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water meets WHO standards and is safe to drink; refill bottles at public fountains and hawker centres.
Can you drink tap water in Singapore?
Tap water meets WHO standards and is safe to drink; refill bottles freely.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Changi Airport
- Land Transport Authority
- Singapore Tourism Board
- Singapore Police Force
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