Country Guide
Everything you need to know about applying for a Singapore visa — from visa types and ICA requirements to e-visa processing and travel rules.
Processing Time
3-5 Business Days
Visa Fee
SGD $30
Interview
Not Required
Validity
30 Days / Entry
Multiple entry up to 2 years (if granted)
For leisure travel, sightseeing, and visiting friends or family. Issued as an e-visa for eligible nationalities applying through authorized channels.
For meetings, conferences, and short business visits. Does not authorize local employment — work requires an appropriate work pass.
For foreign professionals, managers, and executives employed by a Singapore-registered company. Employer-led application via MOM.
For mid-level skilled staff. Employer applies with salary and qualifications criteria; subject to quotas and government levies.
Singapore entry requirements are overseen by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA). Many short-term visit visas are processed as e-visas — you receive a PDF to print and present on arrival.
Our team can guide you on Form 14A, document readiness, and applying through the right authorized channel for your country.
Get Expert HelpWe help you avoid common rejections with a clear checklist and review before your agent or embassy submission.
Review My ApplicationFollow Singapore's laws strictly
Penalties for many offenses are severe. Read up on local rules before you travel.
Respect chewing gum import rules
Do not bring chewing gum for sale or in commercial quantities — import for sale is restricted.
Use bins and avoid littering
Littering fines are heavy. Dispose of trash only in designated bins.
Carry a printed copy of your e-visa
Immigration may ask to see your visa printout alongside your passport.
Have sufficient funds for your stay
Officers may ask for proof you can cover accommodation and daily expenses.
Keep your passport valid for at least six months
Many airlines and immigration checks expect remaining validity beyond your intended departure.
Don't smoke outside designated smoking areas
Smoking is restricted to marked zones; fines apply for violations.
Don't jaywalk
Use pedestrian crossings and traffic signals — jaywalking can result in fines.
Don't bring durian on public transport
MRT and buses ban durian due to the strong smell — enjoy it at the stall, not on the train.
Don't overstay your visa or pass
Overstaying is taken seriously and can affect future travel to Singapore.
Don't carry or traffic illegal drugs
Singapore has zero tolerance; drug offenses carry extremely severe penalties including capital punishment in some cases.
Don't work on a tourist or short-term visit visa
Paid employment requires a valid work pass (e.g. Employment Pass or S Pass), not a visit visa.
Use this interactive checklist to track your document preparation. Check off items as you gather them.
Confirm your nationality and travel purpose on the ICA website. Some passport holders enjoy visa-free entry; others must apply for a visit visa before travel.
In many countries, applications are filed only via ICA-authorized visa agents or the Singapore embassy / high commission. Choose the channel that applies to your residence country and obtain Form 14A.
Provide passport, photos, completed Form 14A, return tickets, and supporting documents (bank statements, employment letter, hotel booking, invitation, ITR, etc.) exactly as your agent or mission requires.
Pay the applicable fee — typically around SGD $30 for a visit visa (confirm current amount with your agent). Keep receipts or reference numbers as instructed.
Once approved, you will usually receive an e-visa by email within about 3-5 business days (processing times can vary). Check spam folders and verify all personal details on the PDF.
Print a clear copy of your e-visa and carry it with your passport at check-in and immigration. No interview is required for standard visit visas — entry is still subject to officer discretion at the border.
Let our experts review your documents or guide you through authorized application channels.