9/22/2013

Handy Numbers in Singapore to have in your phone



For the Singaporean or the tourist in Singapore (Welcome!), there are some numbers that you should keep in your phonebook for the occasional need or sometimes, the unforeseen situations.

The below list is created with the assumption that you are already aware of the must-know numbers like 999 for the cops and 995 for fire and ambulance. Check out my post on information to have in case of emergency here.

For non emergencies:
Non-emergency ambulance :1777
Police hotline: 1800 225 0000
Traffic police: 6547 0000
Your preferred doctor for health advice

Taxi!!
Comfort and Citycab (Largest operator in SG): 6552 1111
Transcab : 6555 3333

Mobile operator:
Call these self help hotline for a range of services from checking your remaining credits to finding out about latest mobile promotions.
SingTel: Call 1626
M1: Call 1627
StarHub: Call 1633


List of bank hotlines in case of lost Credit Card (Touch wood~)
DBS: 18001111111
Citibank: 6225 5225
OCBC: 18003633333 ( Since i'm here i'll like to commend OCBC exemplary customer service!)
UOB: 1800 222 2121
Standard Chartered : 1800 747 7000

Essential Services
Some numbers that you just won't realise until you really need it...
  • Your preferred Locksmith
  • Your preferred Tow car company
  • Your Car Insurance company
  • Water and power contractor
  • Pest control
  • FOOD Delivery!!
    • Macdonalds: 6777 3777
Anything I'm missing? Ping me!

As always, hope this was useful to you!
EUFASS