Singapore Visa Guide

Visa Requirements: Visa required.

Visa Issuance:

1. E-visas can be obtained by authorized visa agents/partners or local contacts before departure at http://www.ica.gov.sg/. Passengers must have a printed e-visa confirmation with barcode.
2. Expectant mothers visiting Singapore for the purpose of delivering their child in Singapore must apply for a Visit Pass prior to their visit. The Visit Pass can be applied for at ica.gov.sg(Apply for Visit Pass). Applications take 4 to 6 weeks to process. A Visit Pass is not required for nationals of Singapore or residents of Singapore holding a Re-entry Permit issued by Singapore.

Additional Information:

1. Visitors not holding return/onward tickets could be refused entry.
2. TWOV (Transit without VISA)
   1. Holders of onward tickets in transit. For details, click here.
   2. Nationals of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova (Rep.), Russian Fed., Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine and Uzbekistan holding onward tickets for a max transit time of 96 hours under the Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF). For details ,click here. Leaving the transit area is allowed.
   3. Nationals of China (People's Rep.) and India can also transit, for up to 96 hours without a visa under the Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF) on either the outbound or return leg of the same journey (but not on both). Leaving the transit area is allowed.
   4. Nationals of China (People's Rep.) and India may use the VFTF if holding a Residence Permit (still valid for at least one month) issued by Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, USA and United Kingdom.
   5. Holders of a valid single entry visa (or multiple entry visa valid for at least one month) issued by Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, USA or United Kingdom to nationals of China (People's Rep.) and India may use the VFTF. After using a single entry visa and the VFTF was not used on the outbound leg of the journey, the VFTF can only be used on the return leg with a direct transit through Singapore from the country that issued the visa to the country of residence (e.g., SYD-SIN-PEK).
   6. Hotel accommodation is available within the transit area of Singapore Airport (SIN).
   7. 6E is a low cost carrier which is why we provide only point to point journey and no transfer desk facility is available in SIN transit area.
3. Military:
   1. Visa not required, if holding Military ID Card with movement order issued to:
   2. members of "Her Majesty's Forces", or
   3. US military personnel (movement order must be authorized by the commander of the unit).

Passport Requirement: Passport required

Document Validity: Passports and other documents accepted for entry must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the arrival date.

Admission and Transit Restrictions:

1. Admission refused to holders of passports issued by Kosovo (Rep.).
2. Admission and transit refused to holders of Iraqi "S" series passports.

Minors:  Passport not required for children up to/ incl. 15 years of age provided travelling with a parent or legal guardian, and being registered in the passport or passport replacing document of the companion.

Singapore welcomes travellers with open arms, and you can plan your trip by applying for a tourist visa. This is the best way to explore a country that allows you to stay for up to 30 days.

Eligibility for tourist visa

• You must have Indian passport
• A return ticket from Singapore
• Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the day of departure
• You must have proof of the accommodation
• Completed payment processes

Documents for tourist visa

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from the submission date of the visa
• Have at least two blank pages in your passport
• A confirmed return ticket and accommodation proof (hotel with complete address and contact number)
• Visa application form
• A recent passport-size photograph against a white background (size 35 mm x 45 mm, at least 2 photos)
• Bank statement for the last six months, signed by a bank official
• Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of SGD 30000/-
• Negative RT-PCR test report (48 hours prior to departure) or, both times vaccination certificate

Tourist visa validity

The tourist visa's validity is for 1 to 3 months. It can also be extended up to 2 years (at the discretion of the embassy).

Stay duration on tourist visa

The stay period in Singapore is up to 30 days; however, it is determined by immigration.

Singapore is a financial hub, and annually, several business tycoons come to the island country to conduct business or work. The Singapore visa has the same requirements as the tourist visa, with an additional document to support your stay.

Eligibility for business visa

• You must have Indian passport
• A return ticket from Singapore
• Your passport must be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the day of departure
• You must have proof of the accommodation
• Completed payment processes
• You must have an invitation letter from the company/reason of business visa

Documents for business visa

• Original cover letter addressed to "The Visa Officer, Singapore Consulate" from an Indian company
• Invitation letter from the Singapore company
• Last 3 months' salary slips
• Proof of sponsorship (if any)
• Passport valid for at least 6 months from the submission date of the visa
• Have at least two blank pages in your passport
• A confirmed return ticket and accommodation proof (hotel with complete address and contact number)
• Visa application form
• Recent passport-size photograph against a white background (size 35 mm x 45 mm, at least 2 photos)
• Bank statement for the last six months, signed by a bank official
• Travel insurance with a minimum coverage of SGD 30000/-
• Negative RT-PCR test report (48 hours prior to departure)
• Or, both times vaccination certificate

Business visa validity

The business visa's validity is for 1 to 3 months. It can also be extended up to 2 years (at the discretion of the embassy).

Stay duration of business visa

The stay period in Singapore is up to 30 days; however, it is determined by immigration.

A transit visa enables travellers to exit the airport and explore Singapore within a time frame of not more than 96 hours. If you meet the criteria for the VFTF (Visa Free Transit Facility), you can exit the airport without additional cost, provided you meet the entry requirements.

VFTF is available to nationals of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), India, Georgia, the People’s Republic of China (PRC), Turkmenistan, and Ukraine.

You may be eligible for the 96-hour VFTF only if you are transiting to or from any third country via Singapore. These are the requirements to obtain the VFTF:

• You may enter the country by any mode of transport but leave by air or sea
• You must have an onward ticket departing from Singapore within the 96-hour time frame
• You must have a valid visa for at least one month from the date of entry under VFTF issued by the following countries:
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Germany
  • Japan
  • New Zealand
  • Switzerland
  • United Kingdom
  • United States of America