Visa Status
Embassy Visa
Maximum Stay
30 days (as determined by immigration)
Application
Online via official portal or through sponsor
Last Verified
2026-08-01
Indian passport holders need a visa for Singapore. The visa processing fee is SGD 30 (approx. ₹1,900). Apply online through the ICA portal or an authorised visa agent. Processing takes 3–5 working days. An SG Arrival Card must also be submitted online before arrival.
Singapore is a top destination for Indian travellers, known for its cleanliness, attractions like Gardens by the Bay and Sentosa, shopping on Orchard Road, and its food scene. Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Singapore, which must be arranged before travel. The process is managed by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and can be done online through a local sponsor or authorised visa agent. This guide covers visa requirements, fees, documents, the SG Arrival Card, and the application process.
Yes, Indian passport holders require a visa to enter Singapore. The visa must be obtained before travel. Holders of diplomatic, official, and service passports are exempt from the visa requirement.
The Singapore social visit pass (tourist visa) typically grants a stay of 30 days, as determined by the immigration officer on arrival. The visa itself is valid for a period (usually 2 to 5 years for multiple-entry visas), but each stay is limited to 30 days unless extended.
The Singapore tourist visa is issued as a single or multiple-entry visa for social visits. Indian applicants commonly receive multiple-entry visas valid for 2 to 5 years, allowing multiple stays of up to 30 days each. The visa must be obtained before travel through the ICA portal or an authorised agent.
Singapore visa applications are submitted online through the ICA e-Service portal. You need a Singpass-registered local contact or an authorised visa agent to submit the application on your behalf. The visa is issued electronically and linked to your passport.
To enter Singapore, Indian passport holders need: a passport valid for at least 6 months, a valid Singapore visa (printed copy), a confirmed return flight ticket, hotel booking confirmation, and a submitted SG Arrival Card. Immigration officers may also ask for proof of sufficient funds.
Passport validity
Minimum 6 months from date of entry
Visa type
Single or multiple entry visa for social visits
Sponsor
A Singapore-based sponsor or authorised visa agent may be required
SG Arrival Card
Must be submitted online within 3 days before arrival
Documents required for the Singapore visa application include: a passport valid for at least 6 months, the completed Form 14A visa application, a recent passport-size photograph with a white background, a Letter of Introduction (LOI) from a Singapore sponsor (if applicable), confirmed return flight ticket, hotel booking, and bank statements for the last 3 months. Additional documents may be requested.
The visa processing fee is SGD 30 (approx. ₹1,900). If applying through a visa agent or strategic partner, additional service fees may apply. The fee is non-refundable, even if the visa application is rejected.
The Singapore visa is applied for online through the ICA e-Service portal. A Singapore-based local contact with a Singpass account, an authorised visa agent, or a strategic partner submits the application on your behalf. You provide the documents and photograph, and the sponsor submits the application.
Gather your documents: passport (6+ months validity), photograph, Form 14A, and supporting documents.
Have a Singapore-based sponsor or authorised visa agent submit your application through the ICA e-Service portal.
Pay the SGD 30 visa processing fee online.
Wait 3–5 working days for processing. Receive the e-visa by email.
Before travel, submit the SG Arrival Card online through the ICA website within 3 days of arrival.
Processing typically takes 3 to 5 working days. It is recommended to apply at least 2 weeks before your travel date. Some applications may take longer if additional documents are requested.
Social visit passes can sometimes be extended online through the ICA e-Service portal. Extensions are granted at the discretion of ICA and are not guaranteed. Apply for an extension before the original 30-day stay expires.
The SG Arrival Card is an electronic arrival declaration that must be submitted online within 3 days before your arrival in Singapore. It is separate from the visa and is mandatory for all arriving travellers. Submit it free of charge through the ICA website or mobile app.
Common mistakes include: not applying for the visa far enough in advance, not submitting the SG Arrival Card (it is mandatory and separate from the visa), having a passport with less than 6 months validity, not carrying a printed copy of the visa, and confusing the visa validity period with the permitted stay duration (the visa may be valid for years, but each stay is limited to 30 days).
Singapore visa information is published by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA). The official ICA website is ica.gov.sg. Refer to the ICA visa requirements page for India for the most current visa fees and application procedures.
Last verified: 2026-08-01. Visa rules can change. Always confirm with official sources before travel.
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Important Disclaimer
Visa requirements change frequently. The information on this page was last verified on 2026-08-01. Always verify current requirements with the official embassy website or your travel agent before applying. VacationTrips does not guarantee that this information is current at the time of your travel.