Singapore visas

Singapore Visa

Important — Travel Information

Singapore's visa policy is concerned with the criteria for entry into the city-state. A foreign individual, depending on their country of origin, must complete specific conditions in order to receive a visa, which is a permission to travel, enter, and stay in the country. A visa is a permit to travel, enter, and remain in the country. A visa may also confer additional rights on the visa holder, such as the ability to work or study in the country where the visa was obtained, and these rights may be subject to restrictions.

Who needs a visa to Singapore?

When visiting Singapore, citizens of certain countries and territories who qualify for visa waivers can enter for a period of 30 or 90 days without a visa, depending on their nationality; however, some visitors who wish to stay for a longer period of time must first obtain a visa in advance before being allowed to enter.

Entry into Singapore

Fully-vaccinated travellers do not require approval to enter Singapore. Passengers must complete the SG arrival card up to three days prior to their scheduled arrival and download the TraceTogether mobile app. This application should not be activated prior to immigration clearance. Some exemptions may apply to non-immunized travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 between 7 and 90 days prior to travel to Singapore.

Requirements to apply for a Singapore Visa

You will need the following documents:

• Invitational letter.
• A photocopy of the passport's information page.
• One or two photographs of a size designated by the visa office are required.
• Documentation of financial support for the trip.
• Travel insurance.
• Tickets for a flight.
• Justification of the reason for travel.

Processing Time For Singapore Visas

The processing of the visa will begin on the date that ALL required documents are received in order, not on the date that an incomplete application is received. The standard processing time for visa applications is at least five business days, excluding the submission date and weekends.

Who Can Visit Singapore Without a Visa?

The Visa-Free Transit Facility enables certain foreign nationals transiting through Singapore to enter the country for up to 96 hours if they meet certain requirements. These non-citizens include:

• Transit Terminal Visa-Free
• Australia.
• Canada.
• Germany.
• New Zealand and Japan.
• Switzerland.
• Great Britain
• America, United States.

What To Do If Your Singapore Visa is Refused?

You have one month from the date of the visa rejection to file the appeal. Applicants may submit an appeal through the Authorized Visa Agent to whom they submitted their application. Please note that the standard processing time for appeals is 14 business days, depending on their complexity.