Legal requirements for students to note: Relevant laws in Singapore:
Laws relating to
Requirement
Immigration
All International students studying in Singapore must have a valid passport
and a Student Pass or other acceptable pass from ICA (Immigration and
Checkpoint Authority)
Employment
International students are not allowed to work in Singapore (including paid
and unpaid internships) without a Work Pass Exemption from the MOM
(Ministry of Manpower).
Driving
All drivers must be in possession of a valid Singapore driving license and
the vehicle must be insured.
Drugs
Possession of Controlled Drugs is presumed to be for trafficking, an
offence which can carry the death penalty.
Alcohol abuse
Any offence committed while being intoxicated (drunk) is punishable
under the law. Drunk driving is a serious offence.
Smoking
Smoking in specific public places and indoor restaurants is prohibited. The
legal age for smoking in Singapore is 21
Traffic
Jay walking is an offence
Littering
Littering, spitting and vandalism (with graffiti) in public areas are serious
offences.
