Japan MOFA's Singapore safety data says Japanese visitors are generally granted 14-30 days on entry. Check the e-Pass email or ICA validity tool and leave or extend before that date.

Yes. ICA requires SGAC within 3 days before arrival, including the day of arrival. It is free and is not a visa.

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Japan to Singapore visa requirements

Q: Can I extend my stay?

You can apply online when your STVP has 14 days or less remaining. ICA says processing is within 5 working days and a S$40 fee applies if the approved extension brings total stay to 90 days or more.

Q: Do I need 6 months on my passport?

Yes. Singapore requires non-Singapore passport holders, including Japanese visitors, to have at least 6 months' validity from the date of entry.

Q: Can I work or take paid engagements?

No, not on an ordinary STVP. Some meetings, conferences, or work-pass-exempt activities may be allowed only within MOM's conditions; otherwise obtain the appropriate work pass before starting.

Visa-free for short leisure/business visits. Expect 14-30 days on the STVP/e-Pass, and submit the free SGAC within 3 days before arrival. Japanese ordinary passport holders do not need a visa for short leisure or business travel to Singapore. Singapore Embassy Tokyo confirms Japanese nationals do not need a visa for leisure/business visits and must have at least 6 months' passport validity from the date of entry. ICA requires all eligible travellers to submit the free SG Arrival Card (SGAC) within three days before arrival, including the day of arrival; SGAC is not a visa. The actual stay is set by ICA on the electronic Visit Pass (e-Pass) at entry, and Japan MOFA's Singapore safety data says Japanese visitors are generally granted 14-30 days and must check the permitted stay. Carry onward/return travel, sufficient funds, and entry documents for the next destination if applicable. Short business meetings may fit within visitor rules, but STVP visitors cannot work or conduct employment/business/professional activities unless they hold the right work pass or qualify under MOM's work-pass-exempt activity rules.

VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19

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 2026-06-19

Visa type

Visa-free entry (Short-Term Visit Pass / social visit)

Maximum stay

Usually 14-30 days on arrival; exact last day is shown on the e-Pass

per entry

Entries

Multiple trips possible; each entry is assessed by ICA

from issue date

Visa fee

Free

consular fee only

Processing time

On arrival; SGAC must be submitted before arrival

standard track

Validity

Passport valid at least 6 months from date of entry

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport and entry evidence

Your Japanese ordinary passport must be valid for at least 6 months from entry. Carry onward/return travel, sufficient funds, and entry documents for your next destination if applicable.

· 6-month passport· onward ticket

/02

Book travel and local stay

Have your Singapore address, contact details, and itinerary ready for SGAC and immigration questions.

· trip details

/03

Submit SGAC

Submit the free Singapore Arrival Card online or in MyICA within 3 days before arrival, including the arrival day. SGAC is mandatory but is not a visa.

· SGAC required· free

/04

Arrive and check the e-Pass

ICA grants the Short-Term Visit Pass at the checkpoint and emails the e-Pass. Check the permitted stay and last day; Japanese visitors should expect 14-30 days, not an automatic 90 days.

· e-Pass· 14-30 days

/05

Keep activities within visitor limits

Tourism and short meetings are fine, but no paid or unpaid employment, profession, or business activity unless you hold a valid work pass or qualify under MOM's work-pass-exempt rules.

· no work

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredJapanese ordinary passport

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

Valid at least 6 months from entry

RequiredReturn or onward ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

Carry proof for airline or ICA checks

RequiredAccommodation/contact address