Overseas Wi-Fi Rental

Changi Recommends

Frequently Asked Questions

General
What is ChangiWiFi?

ChangiWiFi is a personal wireless modem that connects any Wi-Fi-enabled devices to the internet with a secure network connection. Think of the Wi-Fi you have at home, just smaller in a pocket size version.

You can connect your laptop, tablet and (or) mobile phone to the Internet while you are travelling overseas, anytime anywhere. Saving you from costly data roaming, Wi-Fi hunting and loads of prepaid SIM card credits.

ChangiWiFi is pre-configured and does not require any complex installation.

What can I do with this when I travel overseas?

Get yourself connected to the internet on the go. Think about:

  • Staying in touch with your friends and family back home through text messaging and calls with WhatsApp® or Line®
  • Navigate and find your way around a foreign place with Google Maps®
  • Check your emails (especially if you are a business traveller)
  • Share your travel adventures on social media channels!
  • Find useful information for your trips. (E.g. attractions & museums opening hours, public trains and buses locations etc.)
  • And more...

Why should I rent one?

  • 24 hours convenience of collecting and returning in Singapore Changi Airport. Means you can pick up before checking in your flight, get connected when you land and return when you arrive back to Singapore. Easy huh?
  • Enjoy internet connection wherever you want. No more Wi-Fi hunting or depend on weak Wi-Fi in your hotel. Say goodbye to expensive roaming bills.
  • No obligations during your reservation process, as you pay for the rent when you return. Surf the web on the go and keep your mind at ease with no hidden data fees.
  • You can share the connection with up to 5 mobile devices (depending on the model of the router and country you are renting for). So, share Wi-Fi with your travel partners and go on an adventure!

Can I just rent a Travel Wi-Fi router and insert my own overseas SIM card?

Overseas Travel Wi-Fi routers are pre-configured by our dedicated operations team. You are unable to insert your own SIM card into the router, due to local data policies by the country’s local ISP to prevent abuse. That’s the beauty of the rent service – no installation, no configuration needed, just convenient and simple to use.

What are the items I will receive when I collect ChangiWiFi?

There are the charging cables, universal charger, and user manual to guide you on using the router and of course, the router itself!

I am renting ChangiWiFi for China, can I use Google, Gmail, Google Maps, WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram etc. during my stay there?
The Chinese authorities have restricted the use of certain websites and mobile applications in China, however, you can access these websites and mobile applications if you opt to rent ChangiWiFi with VPN ($10 a day).

Please note that access to these websites and mobile applications is restricted if you choose to rent ChangiWiFi without VPN ($8 a day). You are strongly advised to research online the list of websites and mobile applications that are banned to have a better understanding on the country’s internet regulation and policies
Reservation Process
How can I rent the Travel Wi-Fi for my upcoming trips?
When should I reserve?

Reserve them anytime once you have the travel dates and destinations settled. We’d suggest advance reservation during the peak travel season. ChangiWifi are assigned on first come first serve basis, depending on the availability.

Can I call or send a text message to reserve the ChangiWiFi?

Yes, of course! We are all about making it convenient for you. Our call centre operates 24 hours so you can either call our customer service officers at +65 6701 1185 or WhatsApp message to +65 9134 1516 (General Inquiry) to reserve. Let us know the following details and your consent to receive the latest deals and offerings from us.

  1. Collection Date/Time
  2. Collection Terminal
  3. Return Date/Time
  4. Country
  5. Name (as in NRIC)
  6. Contact Number
  7. Email Address
  8. Nationality
  9. Passport/ID Number
  10. Promotion code (if any)
  11. Loss Coverage ($10 a device per trip)

Singapore Time Zone, UTC +0800

I am travelling to a country that is not listed on the website, can I still rent a travel router?

Countries that are not listed on the website are not available for rental. Fret not, we are working to cover ChangiWiFi to as many countries as we grow.

Can I do last minute reservations?

Yes, you can reserve from one of the following methods:

Email
call@changirec.com
Office hours 0900 hrs - 1800 hrs,
Mondays to Fridays
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)
Call Centre
+65 6701 1185
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)
WhatsApp
+65 9134 1516
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)

Last minute orders are at the mercy of routers' availability on first come first serve basis, depending on the country you are renting for too. Priority is given to travellers with advance reservation. To avoid disappointment, it is best to reserve early.

What about the collection for last minute reservation?

Yes, we do that too. Let us know by the cut-off time stated below so there is enough time for us to pack, arrange and send it to your departing terminal in the airport.

Same Day Collection

Same day collection Reserve by
from 1600 hours to 0000 hours the next day 1500 hours
the next day (call or WhatsApp)

You will get a confirmation email and a reminder SMS notification (to receive 24 hours before collection). This is subjected to router’s availability of the specific destination.

Same day collection on

Same day collection Reserve by
from 0000 hours to 1600 hours Walk in to inquire about stocks availability

WiFi device will be subjected to availability and is on a first come first serve basis. Kindly call +65 6701 1185 or WhatsApp +65 8403 4722 (24 Hours) to check on the walk-in devices’ availability.

Reservations made before 1500 hrs for the following day collection will be confirmed by Changi Recommends. This is subjected to routers' availability of the specific destination. Example – reservation made on 1 Jan 1000 hrs for collection on 2 Jan 0900 hrs will be accepted.

Note: All last-minute reservations depends on the routers’ availability for the specified destination.

How am I charged for the rental?

This is a rent service where charges are incurred for the number of days the user holds on the router instead of the data usage. The charges will incur from the second day of collection until the day it is returned to Changi Recommends.

That means, the rent rate on the first day of the collection date is free. Charges begin from the second day of collection until the date the user arrives back to Singapore (Singapore date and time).

For example, the travelling period to Japan is from 1 January (2200 hrs) to 7 January (0100 hrs).

Date Rental Fee (SGD)
1st Jan: No rental charge
2nd Jan: 1SGD 5
3rd Jan: 1SGD 5
4th Jan: 1SGD 5
5th Jan: 1SGD 5
6th Jan: 1SGD 5
7th Jan: 1SGD 5
Total period: 6 days Total cost: SGD 30

1promotion rate. Follow the website and social media channels closely for the latest deals, happenings and promotions

What happens if I forget to return the router or I return it late?

You will be imposed on a per day late fee until the router returns to Changi Recommends. The rate will be as per the promotional rate you have rented for.

For example, if the rental period is 1 January to 10 Jan for Japan at the rental rate of $5 a day, which will sum up to: $5 x 9 days = $45. If the user forgets and returns it on 12 Jan, the payable rental will be $5 x 11 days = $55 (additional 2 days).

I am travelling to more than one country in a single trip, can I reserve for the router?

Yes, you can. Choose either Asia Package, South East Asia Package, Multi-Europe or Worldwide plan depending where you are flying to.

For example, select Japan and Korea under the Multi-Asia package if you are travelling to both countries during the same travel period. If the countries that you are visiting are not listed in the package, email us to inquire - call@changirec.com

I am travelling to more than one country. How do the charges work?

a) Multi Asia Wi-Fi Plan (up to five countries per trip)

The rental cost is at SGD10/day. The rent rate for the first day on the collection date is waived. Charges begin from the 2nd day (Singapore date and time). For example, the travelling period to Japan is from 1 January (2200 hrs) to 7 January (0100 hrs).

Date Rental Fee (SGD)
1st Jan: No rental charge
2nd Jan: SGD 15
3rd Jan: SGD 15
4th Jan: SGD 15
5th Jan: SGD 15
6th Jan: SGD 15
7th Jan: SGD 15
Total period: 6 days Total cost: SGD 90

b) Multi Europe Plan (up to 20 countries per trip)

The rental cost is at SGD12/day (promotional rate). The rent rate for the first day on the collection date is waived. Charges begin from the 2nd day (Singapore date and time). For example, the travelling period to United Kingdom is from 1 January (2200 hrs) to 7 January (0100 hrs).

Date Rental Fee (SGD)
1st Jan: No rental charge
2nd Jan: SGD 25
3rd Jan: SGD 25
4th Jan: SGD 25
5th Jan: SGD 25
6th Jan: SGD 25
7th Jan: SGD 25
Total period: 6 days Total cost: SGD 150

c) Worldwide Plan (up to 20 countries per trip)

The rental cost is at SGD17/day (promotional rate) covering your connectivity in the countries available in ChangiWiFi.

The rent rate for the first day on the collection date is waived. Charges begin from the 2nd day of collection (Singapore date and time). For example, the travelling period to Japan is from 1 January (2200 hrs) to 7 January (0100 hrs).

Date Rental Fee (SGD)
1st Jan: No rental charge
2nd Jan: SGD 20
3rd Jan: SGD 20
4th Jan: SGD 20
5th Jan: SGD 20
6th Jan: SGD 20
7th Jan: SGD 20
Total period: 6 days Total cost: SGD 120
Loss and Insurance
What happens if the router is missing, lost or damage?

We have to replace a brand new set for the missing and (or) damaged one. There are two ways to this.

a) Loss or damages

Loss, Damage of the following items Charges (SGD)
Wi-Fi router and SIM card 300
Carrying case 25
Converter plug 25
Cable 25
Portable charger 30

b) Get insurance coverage at $10 per trip

If you have opted for insurance when you reserve with us, good news is, it is covered. Please contact us immediately and let us know when you lost the router, damage it or was it stolen. Call our hotline +65 6701 1185 to notify us, follow up with an email (call@changirec.com) within 48 hours from the happening with:

  • Detailed description of the happening that surrounds the theft, loss or damage, including date and place of event
  • Name of the customer service officer that you have contacted regarding this issue
  • Provide an official police report to us as an evidence of loss, damaged or theft.
Modifications and Cancellation
My travel plans have changed and I need to make changes in my reservation. How can I modify it?

You may email to us at call@changirec.com to inform us of your changes.

How can I cancel my reservation?

You may email to us at call@changirec.com or drop us a WhatsApp message to +65 9134 1516 (General Inquiry) to inform us of your changes.

Collection and Usage
Where do I collect my ChangiWiFi?

Collect ChangiWiFi at the Changi Recommends counter you've chosen when you reserve online. Changi Recommends counters are located across at Singapore Changi Airport. We are at the public areas, that’s before immigration. Kindly ensure that there is sufficient time to pick them up before checking in the flight

Terminal 1
Departure Hall (Public Area)
Level 2
24 Hours
Beside entrance door 4
Terminal 2
Arrival Hall (Public Area)
Level 1
24 Hours
Opposite baggage belt 34
Departure Hall (Public Area)
Level 2
24 Hours
Opposite Check-in Row 10
Terminal 3
Arrival Hall (Public Area)
Level 1
24 Hours
Opposite Baggage belt 42
Terminal 4
Departure Hall (Public Area)
Level 2
24 Hours
Opposite Check-in Row 3

Public area – before immigration

What are the required documents do I need to provide when I pick up the router from Changi Recommends?

A passport that is used to reserve the router. For registration and verification purposes. A valid credit card. A refundable deposit of SGD$1 on the card is required as a hold for account validity and in the case of any incidental damage or loss of the rented items. Payment is made only when the router returns to Changi Recommends counter.

Is there a user guide to guide me on connecting the router?

Yes, the user guide is enclosed in every bag to help you getting connected overseas.

How do I get connected for the first time?
  1. Turn on Overseas Wi-Fi Router.
  2. Enable the Wi-Fi function on the mobile gadgets (mobile phones, tablets, laptop etc.).
  3. Choose the SSID name and enter the password on your mobile phone.
  4. SSID and password are indicated on the router.
  5. You are connected to Wi-Fi automatically when the hotspot is on.

Note: Wi-Fi connection speed depends on the country’s network infrastructure.

Will a non-4G mobile device be compatible to use on a 4G router?

As long as the mobile device has Wi-Fi connectivity function, it is not a need to connect with a 4G mobile device. 4G connection refers to the speed the data is being transmitted for accessing the Internet.

How many devices can I connect to the router at the same time?

Depending on the model of the ChangiWiFi and the country you are renting for. On average, it lets you hook up to 5 mobile devices in a single time.

What is the connectivity distance between the router and the mobile devices?

The network range is approximately 10 metres in radius without any obstacles.

What is the estimated battery life of a fully charged router?

The average battery life is approximately five to eight hours, depending on the number of connecting mobile devices, data usage and radio wave condition.

How can I troubleshoot if I face any issues with the router?

Try to turn off the router and on it again. Otherwise, try to re-insert the SIM card and restart the router again.

If the problem persists, take photo of the screen on the device and contact us at

Email
call@changirec.com
Office hours 0900 hrs - 1800 hrs,
Mondays to Fridays
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)
Call Centre
+65 6701 1185
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)
WhatsApp
+65 8403 4722 (Troubleshooting only)
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)

WhatsApp is for text messaging only, please do not WhatsApp call (video and voice)

Fair Usage Policy
What is Fair Usage Policy?

Fair Usage Policy is a set of guidelines implemented by the country's local carrier (Internet Service Provider, ISP) to limit the amount of data consumed by the end user. Once the estimated data cap is reached by the end user, the internet speed will either throttle to a slower speed (still accessible to the internet) or in some cases, terminated by the carrier. This is to prevent data abuse and violation of data service agreement, such as bandwidth hogging.

The carrier reserves the right, without notice or limitation, to deny or terminate, modify, disconnect or suspend the service if the end user engages in unfair usage, in excessive or abusive usage on the ISP, at their sole discretion, determines that action is necessary to protect the network from harm or degradation.

Changi Recommends is not liable if the connection service is terminated when the end user has reached the given data limit.

How do I know if the ChangiWiFi I rented for has data limit?

There is usually an indication on the screen to show the amount of data consumed. Different models of the router have different ways of tracking the data consumed. Please check with our customer service for assistance.

Country Implication Daily data limit (estimated)
Australia No implication Unlimited at LTE/3G coverage
Japan
South Korea
Taiwan
Macau Network speed will slow if the user exceeds it 500MB a day at 4G/3G coverage
Hong Kong
Australia
Philippines
China
Thailand
Malaysia
Vietnam
Indonesia
USA
Canada
Middle East
Colombia
Egypt
Cambodia
India
Puerto Rico
Sri Lanka
Laos
South Africa
Brazil
Mexico
Morocco
New Zealand
Russia
Europe
What happens if I exceed the data limit?

If data consumption exceeds its given capacity, you may experience either slower internet speed or termination/suspension of internet connection by the local ISP.

Return and Payment
How do I pay for my ChangiWiFi rental?

Payment is done when you return the ChangiWiFi to Changi Recommends counters. The rental is chargeable from the second day of collection until the day you return the router to us. We accept cash and major credit cards.

Is there a deposit?

Yes, we will require a S$1 deposit on your credit card when you collect the routers from us. This acts as an authorization hold in the case of incidentals. No actual charge is made on the credit card. The credit card issuing bank will release the deposit and the time taken to release will depend on the issuing bank.

This is a refundable deposit and it will not be debited to the account.

Where do I return the ChangiWiFi?

You can return the router either directly to Changi Recommends.

For returns to Changi Recommends counters, we are located at:

Terminal 1
Arrival Hall (Public Area)
Level 1
24 Hours
Opposite baggage belt 16
Departure Hall (Public Area)
Level 2
24 Hours
Beside entrance door 4
Terminal 2
Arrival Hall (Public Area)
Level 1
24 Hours
Opposite Baggage belt 34
Departure Hall (Public Area)
Level 2
24 Hours
Opposite Check-in Row 10
Terminal 3
Arrival Hall (Public Area)
Level 1
24 Hours
Opposite Baggage belt 42
Terminal 4
Arrival Hall (Public Area)
Level 1
24 Hours
Opposite Baggage belt 1 & 2
Departure Hall (Public Area)
Level 2
24 Hours
Opposite Check-in Row 3

Public area – before immigration

 Email Us

call@changirec.com
Office hours 9am - 6pm, Monday to Friday
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)

 Call Us

Reservations, Enquiries and Assistance
+65 6701 1185
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)

 Whatsapp ID

Text for Technical Support
+65 8403 4722
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)

 Whatsapp ID

Text for General Enquiries
+65 9134 1516
24 Hours
(Singapore Time Zone, UTC+08:00)