Wise & Singapore Tourism Board Team Up to Help Malaysians Travel Smarter

2025-05-27

Travelling to Singapore just got more rewarding for Malaysians! Thanks to a strategic partnership between Wise, the global tech company known for transparent cross-border finance, and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), your next trip across the causeway can be smarter, cheaper, and packed with exciting perks.

This collaboration aims to make travel seamless while encouraging more Malaysians to visit Singapore. It combines Wise’s money-saving solutions with STB’s rich destination experiences offering both convenience and value in one go.

Why Singapore Remains a Top Spot for Malaysians

Let’s face it, Malaysia love Singapore. It’s clean, safe, close, and full of fun. In fact, Malaysia was Singapore’s top three source markets in 2024, with 1.19 million Malaysian arrivals recorded a 9% jump from the previous year.

Singapore also continues to rank in the top 5 holiday destinations among Malaysians, just behind Thailand and Indonesia. With a strong shared culture and vibrant tourism scene, the little Red Dot remains an easy getaway that delivers big experiences.

How Wise Makes Your Singapore Trip Easier

If you’ve ever been annoyed by hidden charges or poor exchange rates when travelling, you’re not alone. A recent Wise survey found that:

96% of Malaysian still rely on traditional money changers
65% use local bank cards abroad, despite knowing they’ll face high fees
67% are aware of hidden markups, yet continue to pay more unknowingly

Here’s how Wise is changing the game for Malaysian Travellers:

Get mid-market exchange rates, the same one you see on Google with no hidden fees
Manage over 40 currencies from one account including MYR and SGD
Spend with the Wise Card in 160+ countries, both physically and virtually
Pay securely using Apple Pay or Google Pay for contactless ease
Enjoy 2 fee-free ATM withdrawals (Up to Rm1000) monthly
Create up to 3 virtual cards great for budgeting your travel categories
Track all spending in real-time via the app for total peace of mind

Whether you’re shopping at Orchard Road, exploring Sentosa, or booking tours online, Wise lets you control your travel finances without extra costs.

Travel and Win: Return Flights Up for Grabs!

To sweeten the deal, STB and wise are offering 30 lucky Malaysians a free return economy flight (worth up to S$350) from Malaysia to Singapore during the campaign period just by using the Wise Card in Singapore.

Promotion period: 26 May – 6 July 2025
Winners announcement: 14 July 2025
How to enter: Use your Wise Card for payments in Singapore. Every Transaction counts.

In addition, there’s a dedicated campaign landing page where new users can sign up and get a complimentary Wise Card, while discovering Singapore’s newest attractions:

Minion Land at Universal studios Singapore
Rainforest Wild ASIA at Mandai Wildlife Reserve
New Bahru, Singapore’s trendiest new lifestyle hub

Experience More, Spend Smarter

Terrence Voon, Executive Director for Southeast Asia at STB, highlighted that the partnership “helps Malaysian see more, do more, and get the most out every moment in Singapore.” Whether you’re frequent visitor or heading there for the first time, this collaboration gives you more reasons to cross the causeway.

Similarly, Wise’s CEO for Singapore and APAC, Shrawan Saraogi, noted the synergy between Wise and STB in “enhancing travel experiences while saving money.”

Ultimately, this initiative is about empowering Malaysian travelers with tools that fit modern travel habits from easy payments to value-packed deals.

Start Planning Your Smart Singapore Getaway Now

Singapore is calling and it’s never been easier or more affordable to answer. With the Wise Card in your wallet and STB’s endless attractions at your fingertips, your next trip will be smooth, savvy, and satisfying.