Embassy of Singapore in Dhaka, Bangladesh; address Ventura Avenue, 5th floor, 8/B Gulshan Avenue, 1212, Dhaka; phone +880222280404. Plus 1 other mission.
Head of mission: Mrs Sheela Pillai, Consul (as of 2015)
Singapore is an appealing destination for some of the 171 million people in Bangladesh, thanks to its unique blend of rich history and modern attractions. While it sees a modest number of international visitors, it effectively capitalizes on its tourism resources, resulting in high tourist spending per visitor.
Singapore is considered one of the safest countries in the world, ranking 5th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, significantly safer than Bangladesh, which ranks 91st. The murder rate in Singapore is exceptionally low at 0.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Bangladesh's 2.4. Additionally, various crime indices show that Singapore has lower organized crime rates and state crime levels than Bangladesh. For example, Singapore scores 1.5 for state crime, while Bangladesh scores 7.0. This trend continues across multiple crime categories, indicating that Singapore has a more secure environment for tourists, including those from Bangladesh. Overall, tourists can feel safe visiting Singapore.