🇮🇳INDIA

🇸🇬SINGAPOREIN-SG

Do India passport holders need a visa to visit Singapore?

Q: Is there visa on arrival?

No. Singapore does not offer visa on arrival for Indian passport holders. The eVisa must be obtained before travel.

Q: Do I still need the Singapore Arrival Card?

Yes. SGAC is mandatory for everyone — visa holders included. It is free and must be filed within 3 days before arrival.

Q: Will I get a multi-entry visa?

ICA can grant single or multiple-entry visas (up to 24 months). Multi-entry grants are typically for repeat travellers with strong profiles.

Q: Can I extend the visit pass on arrival?

Length of stay is decided by ICA at the checkpoint, typically up to 30 days for visa holders. Short-term extensions are possible at ICA building but not guaranteed.

Yes, Indian citizens need a Singapore eVisa — apply through an authorised partner in advance. Indian ordinary passport holders need a Singapore Visit Pass eVisa before travel. Applications are made through an authorised local visa agent or sponsor — direct online application by the traveller is not allowed. The visa is electronic, the SAVE (Singapore Arrival Card) is mandatory before arrival, and decisions usually arrive within 3-5 working days.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-26

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.

/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-26

Visa type

Singapore Visit Pass eVisa

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry (ICA decides at arrival)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple

from issue date

Visa fee

SGD 30 (about INR 2,000)

consular fee only

Processing time

3-5 working days

standard track

Validity

Up to 2 years (multiple entry) when granted

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Use an authorised visa agent

Indians cannot file directly. Submit through an authorised Singapore visa agent (such as IATA-accredited travel agencies) or a local Singaporean sponsor.

· authorised agent only

/02

Prepare documents

Passport bio-data page, recent colour photo (matching ICA specs), return ticket, hotel booking, funds proof, and Form 14A.

· Form 14A

/03

Submit and pay

Agent submits the application via ICA's e-Service. Visa fee SGD 30 plus the agent service fee.

· SGD 30 + agent fee· non-refundable

/04

Receive eVisa

Decision via email. Print the PDF eVisa and carry it during travel.

· PDF eVisa· print copy

/05

Submit SG Arrival Card before flying

Complete the free SGAC at eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard within 3 days before arrival. Health declaration is included.

· SGAC mandatory

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items

Personalized checklist

0 / 10 complete

Indian passport

Valid at least 6 months from entry, with one blank page

ICA Form 14A

Completed and signed

Recent passport photo

35x45mm, white background, ICA specs

Confirmed return or onward ticket

Required

Hotel booking or invitation

For the whole stay

Funds evidence

Bank statements for 3-6 months

Employment or business proof

Employer leave letter, salary slips, or business records

Travel insurance

Recommended

SG Arrival Card (SGAC)

Free, within 3 days of arrival

Previous travel history

Old passports help build credibility

Track your progress · save & email a copy

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Singapore visa feeSGD 30About INR 2,000, non-refundable

Agent service feeINR 500-1,500Set by the authorised agent

SGACFreeMandatory for all arrivals

Insurance (optional)VariesRecommended but not required

Total estimateINR 2,500 — INR 3,500+incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard eVisa

3-5 working days

Submitted via an authorised agent. Excludes weekends and Singapore public holidays.

Peak season

5-10 working days

Apply 3-4 weeks before travel during festivals or school breaks.

Multi-year visa

Same window

ICA may grant multiple-entry visas valid up to 24 months.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Incomplete documents

Wrong photo, expired passport, or missing Form 14A is the most common reason for refusal.

High

/02

Insufficient ties to India

Officer is not satisfied you will leave Singapore at the end of the visit.

Medium

/03

Funding mismatch

Bank evidence inconsistent with the stated trip cost.

Medium

/04

Prior immigration issues

Past Singapore overstays, refusals, or breaches anywhere in the world weigh against approval.

Medium

/05

Misleading sponsor information

If a Singaporean sponsor is involved, mismatched details lead to refusal.

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

2026-05-26

India to Singapore route verified

Confirmed SGD 30 eVisa, authorised-agent application path, 3-5 working day processing, and mandatory free SGAC.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can I apply directly online?—

No. Indian applicants must submit through an authorised visa agent or a Singapore local contact. ICA does not accept individual online filings from Indian passport holders.

Is there visa on arrival?+

Do I still need the Singapore Arrival Card?+

Will I get a multi-entry visa?+

Can I extend the visit pass on arrival?+

/11 — Passport tools