🇭🇰HONG KONG

🇸🇬SINGAPOREHK-SG

Do Hong Kong passport holders need a visa to visit Singapore?

Q: What is the SG Arrival Card and is it mandatory?

The SG Arrival Card (SGAC) is a free electronic arrival declaration that nearly all visitors must submit before entering Singapore. Submit it online within 3 days before arrival via the ICA website or MyICA app.

Q: How long can I stay in Singapore?

Up to 30 days. The exact period is granted by the Immigration officer at the checkpoint and shown on your electronic entry pass (e-Pass).

Q: Does the HKSAR Document of Identity (DOI) also get visa-free entry?

No. The DOI is a separate travel document from the HKSAR passport and DOI holders must apply for a Singapore visa before traveling.

Q: Can I extend my stay beyond 30 days?

You may apply to ICA for an extension of your short-term visit pass before it expires; approval is at ICA's discretion and a fee applies.

Q: How long must my passport be valid?

Your HKSAR passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of entry into Singapore.

Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport holders can visit Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism. No visa is needed, but you must submit the free SG Arrival Card (SGAC) online within 3 days before arrival. A Hong Kong SAR ordinary passport holder does NOT need a visa to travel to Singapore for tourism or a social visit. The Consulate-General of Singapore in Hong Kong confirms that HKSAR passport holders enjoy visa-free entry for up to 30 days. The single mandatory pre-arrival step is the SG Arrival Card (SGAC), an electronic declaration submitted free of charge on the ICA website (or MyICA app) within 3 days before arrival (including the arrival day). The passport should be valid for at least 6 months. Important: this visa-free benefit applies only to the HKSAR passport — holders of the HKSAR Document of Identity (DOI) are a separate category and DO require a visa. On arrival, an Immigration officer grants the period of stay (typically up to 30 days, sometimes more at the officer's discretion). Travelers should also be ready to show proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa-free (no visa required)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each entry granted at the discretion of the Immigration officer)

from issue date

Visa fee

SGD 0 (free)

consular fee only

Processing time

None — entry granted on arrival; SG Arrival Card submitted online within 3 days before arrival

standard track

Validity

Period of stay determined at entry, up to 30 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your travel document is an HKSAR passport

Visa-free entry applies to the HKSAR ordinary passport only. Holders of the HKSAR Document of Identity (DOI) must apply for a Singapore visa separately. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.

· Required· HKSAR passport

/02

Book return/onward travel and accommodation

Prepare evidence of an onward or return ticket and confirmed accommodation. Immigration officers may ask to see these along with proof of sufficient funds for your stay.

· Before departure

/03

Submit the SG Arrival Card (SGAC) online

Complete the free SG Arrival Card with the Electronic Health Declaration on the ICA website or MyICA app. It must be submitted within 3 days (72 hours) before arrival, including the day of arrival.

· Mandatory· Free· Within 3 days of arrival

/04

Travel to Singapore

No visa application or pre-approval is needed. Carry your passport and a copy/confirmation of your SGAC submission.

· No visa needed

/05

Clear immigration on arrival

Present your HKSAR passport at the checkpoint. Eligible HKSAR passport holders may use the automated e-Channel/lanes for faster clearance. The officer grants your permitted stay, normally up to 30 days.

· On arrival· e-Channel available

/06

Observe your permitted period of stay

Do not overstay the period granted (shown on the e-Pass / entry record). For stays beyond the granted period, apply for an extension via ICA before it expires.

· After entry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

8 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 8 complete

HKSAR ordinary passport valid for at least 6 months

required

SG Arrival Card (SGAC) submitted online within 3 days before arrival

required

Confirmed return or onward flight ticket

recommended

Proof of accommodation (hotel booking / host address)

recommended

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Travel insurance covering medical needs

optional

Travel itinerary / purpose-of-visit details

optional

Not traveling on an HKSAR Document of Identity (DOI), which requires a visa

required

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Visa feeSGD 0No visa required for HKSAR passport holders

SG Arrival Card (SGAC)SGD 0Free on the official ICA website / MyICA app; avoid third-party paid services

Stay extension (if needed)SGD 40Optional — only if you apply via ICA to extend beyond the granted period

Total estimateSGD 0 — SGD 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at checkpoint

No application or processing required. Submit the free SG Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival and present your HKSAR passport at immigration.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Tourism and sightseeing

Leisure travel, holidays, and visiting attractions are covered by the 30-day visa-free social visit.

High

/02

Visiting friends or relatives

Social visits to family or friends in Singapore fall under the visa-free entry category.

High

/03

Short business trips

Business visits such as meetings and conferences are also permitted visa-free for up to 30 days.

Medium

/04

Transit / stopover

Short stops and onward connections via Singapore are commonly made by HKSAR passport holders.

Medium

/05

Attending events or short courses

Conventions, exhibitions, and brief non-work activities during the visit.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Submit SG Arrival Card before arrival and present your passport at automated or staffed immigration lanes.

/02

e-Pass

Singapore no longer stamps many passports. Save the electronic Visit Pass email and check the permitted stay date.

/03

Connectivity

Tourist SIMs and eSIMs are available at Changi Airport and city convenience stores.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Hong Kong to Singapore route verified

Confirmed via the Consulate-General of Singapore in Hong Kong and Singapore ICA that HKSAR passport holders remain visa-free for up to 30 days, and that the free SG Arrival Card must be submitted within 3 days before arrival. No policy change since prior guidance.

/09 — The questions