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Singapore to Central African Republic visa requirements

Singapore passport holders need a visa to visit the Central African Republic and can obtain a tourist eVisa online before travel. Singapore is not on the CAR's short visa-exempt list, so an eVisa (or embassy visa) is mandatory. A Singapore ordinary passport holder traveling to the Central African Republic (CF) for tourism requires a visa. The most practical route is the official electronic visa (eVisa) issued through the government portal at evisa-centrafrique.com, which is available only for tourist trips. The CAR maintains a short visa-exemption list (Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Gabon, DR Congo, Israel, Cameroon, Cote d'Ivoire, Liberia, Nigeria, UAE, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Senegal, USA, Chad, Equatorial Guinea), and Singapore is NOT on it. The standard tourist eVisa carries a government fee of about USD 40, permits a stay of up to 90 days, is single entry, has a validity window of roughly 60 days from issue, and is typically processed within about 5 business days. Applicants must hold a passport valid at least 6 months beyond the intended stay, upload required documents (photo, passport bio page, itinerary/accommodation), and may also be subject to a small sustainable development fee. The eVisa cannot be extended inside or outside the CAR. Travelers should note the CAR carries serious security/travel advisories from many governments; the visa verdict here addresses entry documentation only. The CAR is in Central Africa, not the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Given the absence of any visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for Singapore citizens, the conservative and accurate verdict is eVisa (visa required, obtainable online).
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMSINGLE 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
Tourist eVisa (single entry)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 40 (government fee; plus a small sustainable development fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
About 5 business days
standard track
Validity
Approximately 60 days from issue to enter
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa
Singapore is not on the CAR visa-exempt list, so a Singapore ordinary passport holder must obtain a tourist eVisa (or embassy visa) before traveling.
· Verdict: eVisa· Tourism
/02
Prepare your documents
Have a passport valid at least 6 months beyond your stay with a blank page, a recent passport-style photo, and proof of accommodation and return/onward travel.
· Passport 6 months· Photo
/03
Apply on the official portal
Go to evisa-centrafrique.com, select the Tourist eVisa, complete the online form, and upload the required documents.
· evisa-centrafrique.com
/04
Pay the fee online
Pay the government fee of about USD 40 (plus any sustainable development fee) securely by credit or debit card.
· USD 40· Card payment
/05
Wait for approval
Processing typically takes around 5 business days; you receive the approved eVisa by email.
· ~5 business days· Email delivery
/06
Travel and present your eVisa
Print the approved eVisa and carry it with your passport. Enter within the validity window (about 60 days) and stay up to 90 days, single entry only.
· Print eVisa· Single entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Singapore -> Central African Republic · Tourist eVisa (single entry)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredSingapore passport valid 6+ months beyond intended stay
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph (digital upload)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScan of passport biographic data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed accommodation / hotel booking
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredReturn or onward travel itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredCredit or debit card for online payment
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredApproved eVisa printout to present on arrival
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance (strongly advised given advisories)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Central African Republic Official eVisa Portal (evisa-centrafrique.com)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa government feeUSD 40Standard tourist eVisa, single entry, paid online
Sustainable development feeUSD 5-10 (approx.)Small additional charge applied to eVisa applicants
Yellow fever vaccinationVariesMandatory certificate; cost depends on clinic in Singapore
Total estimateUSD 40USD 50incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Singapore not on the visa-exempt list
The CAR exempts only a short list of countries (e.g. Benin, Gabon, UAE, USA, Chad); Singapore is not included, so a visa is mandatory.
High
/02
eVisa is the standard tourist channel
The CAR offers an official online tourist eVisa, which is the normal way for eligible foreigners without an embassy to apply.
High
/03
No visa-on-arrival for Singapore citizens
There is no confirmed visa-on-arrival route for Singapore ordinary passport holders, so the visa must be secured before travel.
Medium
/04
Security and travel advisories
Many governments warn against travel to the CAR; carriers and immigration may scrutinize documentation more closely.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
SG to Central African Rep. route verified
Confirmed via the official CAR eVisa portal that Singapore ordinary passport holders are not visa-exempt and must obtain a tourist eVisa (approx. USD 40, 90-day stay, single entry, ~60-day validity, ~5 business day processing).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Singapore citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?
Yes. Singapore is not on the CAR's visa-exemption list, so Singapore ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa, most easily the online tourist eVisa, before traveling.
Can I get a visa on arrival in the CAR?+
How much does the CAR eVisa cost?+
How long can I stay and is the eVisa multiple entry?+
How long does the eVisa take to process?+
Do I need a yellow fever certificate?+
/11 — Passport tools

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