🇸🇬 Best SIM cards for Singapore
Comparing 31 plans from 4 providers
💡 Singapore is tiny — all three major operators (Singtel, StarHub, M1) provide near-100% 4G/5G coverage everywhere: indoors, in the MRT underground, shopping mall basements and on Sentosa Island. Singtel has the strongest network and best international roaming. Tourist SIMs are excellent value (100 GB+ for 15–30 days at competitive prices). TPG and Circles.Life are the cheapest for longer stays. The Changi Airport kiosks are the most convenient — buy on arrival and you are connected instantly.
| Provider | Type | Data | Validity | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provider Saily★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $3.99Best price | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Perfect for a short trip or arrival day. | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $3.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data1.00 GB | Validity7 days | Price $4.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended Holafly 1-day eSIM. Activate before boarding, works from the moment you land. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity1 days | Price $5.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $6.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Local Singapore network. City-state fully covered. | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $6.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data3.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $6.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $9.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $9.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Best balance of data and price for Singapore. | TypeeSIM | Data5.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $9.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity3 days | Price $11.90 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $14.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Best value for Singapore. Great for business stays. | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $15.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data10.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $15.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $18.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $20.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $21.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad 20 GB across Asia-Pacific: Japan, Korea, Thailand, Indonesia, Australia and more. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $22.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily Heavy data users — streaming, remote work. | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $22.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | Data20.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $22.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $27.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Unlimited on StarHub. 100% 4G/5G coverage island-wide including MRT. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly Unlimited in Singapore. Full island 5G coverage including MRT and malls. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity7 days | Price $27.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data50.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $31.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Nomad | TypeeSIM | Data30.00 GB | Validity30 days | Price $35.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity10 days | Price $36.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Saily | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity5 days | Price $48.99 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly★ Recommended | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity15 days | Price $50.50 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Airalo Unlimited on StarHub for extended Singapore stays. | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $73.00 | Get this SIM |
| Provider Holafly | TypeeSIM | DataUnlimited data | Validity30 days | Price $73.90 | Get this SIM |
Our recommendations for Singapore
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Hassle-free way
Order your eSIM before departure — nothing to buy on arrival. Works from the moment you land.
Best option for short trips or if you don't want to deal with local operator stores.
About these providers
Strengths
- +Largest selection — 200+ countries, multiple local operators per country
- +Very competitive data-capped plans (cheapest overall for data)
- +Instant QR code activation — works within seconds
- +Excellent iOS & Android app with real-time data tracking
- +Physical SIM available for some destinations
Weaknesses
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS on most plans
- −Too many options can be overwhelming
- −Prices displayed in AUD (confusing for non-Australians)
- −Customer support can be slow
Strengths
- +Unlimited data on ALL plans — no data stress ever
- +1-day plans from $5.90 — perfect for arrival day
- +Simple pricing — few options, no confusion
- +Live chat customer support
- +Social media (WhatsApp, Instagram) always free on top
Weaknesses
- −More expensive than Airalo for stays over 10 days
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −No physical SIM option
Strengths
- +Best multi-country regional plans in the market
- +Global plans up to 180 days or 1 year — ideal for long trips
- +Simple, clean interface — easy to choose
- +Competitive pricing for multi-destination trips
Weaknesses
- −Fewer individual country options than Airalo
- −Data-only — no calls or SMS
- −Less name recognition than Airalo/Holafly
Strengths
- +Made by Nord Security — the NordVPN creators (trusted brand)
- +Often cheaper than Airalo for data-capped plans
- +150+ countries covered
- +Clean app with real-time data usage tracker
- +Flexible packages: 1 GB to 20 GB
Weaknesses
- −Data-capped only — no unlimited plans
- −Newer provider (launched 2023) — fewer user reviews
- −No physical SIM
Getting a local SIM in Singapore
🏪Where to buy
Changi Airport (SIN) is one of the best places in the world to buy a SIM — Singtel, StarHub and M1 kiosks in all four terminals, open 24 hours, in the arrivals hall. Some terminals also have SIM vending machines for after-hours. In the city: 7-Eleven (500+ island-wide) sells tourist SIMs. Challenger and Courts electronics stores carry all brands. Operator stores in Ion Orchard, Marina Bay Sands and Vivocity malls.
📄Documents needed
Passport required for SIM registration in Singapore. Registration is done at the airport kiosk in 2–3 minutes. Some tourist SIMs are pre-registered and can be activated by scanning a QR code on arrival without needing to queue.
💡Tips & coverage
Singapore is tiny — all three major operators (Singtel, StarHub, M1) provide near-100% 4G/5G coverage everywhere: indoors, in the MRT underground, shopping mall basements and on Sentosa Island. Singtel has the strongest network and best international roaming. Tourist SIMs are excellent value (100 GB+ for 15–30 days at competitive prices). TPG and Circles.Life are the cheapest for longer stays. The Changi Airport kiosks are the most convenient — buy on arrival and you are connected instantly.
Local SIM prices in Singapore
Typical cost if you buy a physical SIM card on arrival (for comparison only).
| Data | Validity | Est. price |
|---|---|---|
| 20.00 GB | 30 days | $12.00–$25.00 |
Prices are estimates based on tourist SIM cards available locally. Actual prices vary by operator and date.