Visa Type
e-Visa (Electronic Tourist Visa)
Processing Time
3 to 5 Working Days
Validity
Typically 30 to 60 days Multiple Entry
96-hour Transit Facility
Eligible with valid US/UK/Schengen/Aus visa
Overview of Singapore Visa Requirements
Indian passport holders must obtain a valid entry visa prior to travelling to Singapore. Individual applicants cannot apply directly through the ICA (Immigration & Checkpoints Authority) online portal unless sponsored by a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident. Instead, applications are processed through ICA-authorized visa agents in India (such as VFS Global, Thomas Cook, Cox & Kings, and leading travel agencies).
Required Documents Checklist
- Original Passport: Valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended date of departure from Singapore, with at least two blank pages.
- Form 14A: Duly completed and signed by the applicant.
- Photographs: Two recent passport-size color photographs (35mm x 45mm, matte finish, 80% face coverage, white background, taken within the last 3 months).
- Covering Letter: Explaining travel purpose, dates, and itinerary.
- Confirmed Flight Tickets: Return or onward flight itinerary.
- Hotel Booking: Confirmed hotel reservations.
- Financial Proof: Last 3 to 6 months bank statements with adequate balance (minimum recommended: ₹60,000 to ₹1,00,000 per person).
Fees and Processing Timeline
The standard ICA visa processing fee is SGD $30 (approx ₹1,900 INR). Authorized agents charge an additional service fee ranging between ₹1,000 and ₹2,000 INR. Processing typically takes 3 to 5 business days. Once approved, an electronic visa (e-Visa) PDF is issued via email, which must be printed and presented at airline check-in and Singapore immigration.
96-Hour Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF)
Crucial VFTF Rules for Indian Citizens
Indian nationals travelling to or from a third country via Singapore may be eligible for a 96-hour Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF) if they meet strict conditions:
- Possess a valid visa or long-term pass issued by Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, or the United States of America.
- Visa must be valid for at least 1 month from entry date.
- You must have a confirmed onward flight ticket departing Singapore within 96 hours.
- Eligible for only one leg of the journey (either outbound or inbound, not both). Entry is at the discretion of ICA border officers.
SG Arrival Card (SGAC)
All visitors must submit the mandatory electronic SG Arrival Card with Health Declaration within 3 days prior to arrival via the official ICA website (eservices.ica.gov.sg). The SGAC is 100% free; beware of scam commercial websites charging fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is visa on arrival available in Singapore for Indians?
No, Singapore does not provide standard Visa on Arrival (VoA) for Indian passport holders. You must obtain an e-Visa in advance or qualify for the 96-hour VFTF transit rule.
How early before travel can I apply for a Singapore visa?
You should apply approximately 30 days prior to your intended date of entry, as single/multiple-entry tourist visas often have a validity of 30 to 60 days from the date of issue.