When you think of Singapore you may instantly think of a beautiful island getaway! Which makes it kind of intimidating to think about what gifts you could send to someone living in such a place. Don’t worry, the people in Singapore prize generosity and selflessness, just wanting to send them a gift is the biggest step of all to impress them. Singapore hosts many different cultures within its borders so make sure you’re considering not only the person, but their individual customs and traditions.
But if you want to find out more about what to send them, and when, we’ve got some tips for you! We’ve done all the research necessary! Whether you want to send a gift to a business associate, a loved one, or a friend, below you will find all the tips and tricks to sending something that will impress and surprise your recipient.
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January 12, 2024
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What are some Unique Holiday Traditions in Singapore that I should know about?
Holidays and festivals in Singapore are full of a sense of life and vibrancy that is truly unmatched anywhere. You’ll find that every community has its own traditions and little twists on the holidays to give them a unique personality all their own.
Vesak Day — is possibly the most important holiday for the Buddhist community in Singapore. It is celebrated on the day of the full moon in the fourth lunar month, which typically falls in May. It is a day that honors the birthday and enlightenment of the Buddha. You’ll find that Buddhist temples are colorfully decorated, shrines are filled with flowers, fruits, and many other offerings. Many use it as a day to be extra generous and reflect on their own blessings and humility.
Deepavali — is celebrated in the Hindu Lunisolar month Kartika which usually falls in October or November. Known around the world as the Festival Of Lights, this is a holiday celebrating the victory of good over evil, or light over dark. You’ll find Singapore is lit up with colorful lights and handmade lanterns. Many families celebrate by getting together for feasts, visiting loved ones they don’t get to see often, or sending sweet gifts to one another.
National Day — for Singapore this is celebrated on August 9th with a huge parade to commemorate their independence. The time before and after the parade is filled with light-hearted events and ending with an amazing fireworks display.
How are birthdays celebrated in Singapore?
Birthdays in Singapore are celebrated with friends and family. Gifts are welcome, but not expected. What is most important is to send your well-wishes to the birthday person. This can be as simple as a call, or a quick video chat. If they are extra special, a small gift with a card is more than enough.
Given how ethnically diverse Singapore is, it is good to know the background of the person you are gifting to. For instance, someone of Chinese or Indian descent may be used to birthday traditions for their ancestral country.
Are there special rules for sending business gifts to Singapore?
The first thing you’ll want to note is that someone working in a government office is prohibited from accepting gifts at all from business associates. They pride themselves on their lack of corruption or outside influence, so all gifts are off-limits. Instead, send your congratulations or well wishes via card on important dates.
For other business offices, you should avoid sending big gifts unless it is meant to be shared with the whole team. Smaller gifts are more appropriate for individuals, and if you are not sending a small gift to everyone in the office, then try to send their gift to their home address instead to help them avoid any awkward questions as to why only they got a gift.
What are the best romantic gifts in Singapore?
The best romantic gifts to send to Singapore are sweets. They’re perfect for anyone in a relationship, and nearly any occasion. Rich toffees, gourmet chocolates, and artisanal baked goods are a great way to show your affection. Of course, flowers will never go amiss, but try to send living plants like succulents or small desk flowers instead.
What are the most popular things to send to Singapore?
The most popular gift to send to Singapore is our gourmet baskets. Especially for corporate gifting, a large gourmet hamper is perfect for sharing and inviting the whole office, or family, to enjoy a break away from the everyday tasks that sometimes take away from social time.
How to Write the Address for Delivery to Singapore
Something unique to note about addresses in Singapore is that most office and residential addresses are part of buildings with multiple floors. Because of this, you’ll need to take extra care that your recipient has given you their unit level and unit number to complete delivery. You can omit the unit level, unit number, and building name for properties that aren't divided into apartments.
Recipient’s name
Business name (if applicable)
Block number and street name
#Unit level — unit number and building name
Singapore and postal code
Country
A complete address to Singapore will look something like this:
Eric Heart
105 River Road
#11-04 Otter Park
Singapore 12345
REPUBLIC OF SINGAPORE
Other gift giving etiquette you should know:
In Singapore, it is customary for your recipient to initially refuse a gift. This will prevent them from coming off as greedy. Continue to insist, and once they’ve accepted, thank them for accepting and state you are pleased they did so.
Traditionally, the people of Singapore won’t open your gift in front of a crowd. This is done for multiple reasons, but the most prevalent is to avoid awkwardness if it happens to be a poor choice. Usually, your gift will be taken home and opened without the crowd.
During a Chinese New Year, it’s common to surprise your recipient with a gift hamper, and fruits are always a good choice. Just remember to give fruits, like mandarin oranges, in even numbers.
If you’re sending a gift with multiples, or involving numbers, avoid the number 4, as this is an unlucky number. “8” on the other hand means “get rich” and is a great number to represent in your gift.
Avoid clocks, and white candles as gifts.
Malays in Singapore love the color green. Try to incorporate the color green into your gift.
Older generation Singaporeans tend to avoid the color white when gift giving. The younger generation traditionally doesn’t feel this same way.
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