MFA no longer advises Singaporeans to consider deferring non-essential travel to Bangkok. The flood situation in Bangkok continues to improve and Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has announced that inner Bangkok will be safe from floods, as the measures to stem the flooding have been successful.
Nevertheless, Singaporeans in Bangkok or who are planning to visit Bangkok are advised to avoid the flood-affected areas, take the necessary precautions including heeding the instructions of the local authorities and to closely monitor the local news. Concerns about the possibility of outbreaks of water-borne diseases such as leptospirosis remain.
Singaporeans who are travelling to or in Thailand and have yet to eRegister with MFA should do so at http://eregister.mfa.gov.sg. This will allow us to keep you updated on latest developments and to contact you should the need arise. Singaporeans who require consular assistance can contact the Singapore Embassy in Bangkok or the MFA Duty Office (24-hours) at:
MFA Duty Office
Tel: +65 6379 8800
+65 6379 8855
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg
Singapore Embassy in Bangkok
Tel: +66-(2) 286-2111 (main line)
+66-(81) 844-3580 (after office hours)
Email: singemb_bkk@sgmfa.gov.sg
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
23 NOVEMBER 2011