How much does a visa for Singapore cost?

Fees vary by visa type and nationality. When we have indicative figures for Singapore they’re shown above, but they’re compiled from third-party sources — always confirm the current fee on the official government site before you apply.

How do I apply for a visa for Singapore?

Start on Singapore’s official government entry or e-Visa page (linked above when available). Check which visa type fits your trip, prepare a passport valid for your whole stay and any required documents, and apply well before you travel.

Singapore

Republic of Singapore

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At a glance

Currency

Singapore Dollar

SGD · $

Languages

English

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Calling code

+65

Area

710 km²

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Entry & visa

Singapore visa & entry requirements

Whether you need a visa for Singapore depends on your nationality. Here’s the entry picture at a glance, with official links and a way to check the exact rule for your passport.

nationalities

164

Visa-free

nationalities

Visa on arrival / e-Visa / eTA

nationalities

Visa required in advance

Short-stay tourist entry to Singapore, across 198 nationalities in our dataset. Your own requirement depends on your passport — check it below.

Official sources

Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), Singapore Official e-Visa portal

Last checked 2026-07-18

Visa cost indicative

Indicative figures compiled from third-party sources — not official, and not a fee charged by packset.travel. Always confirm the current fee on the official government site before you apply.

Visa type

Indicative cost

Applies to

Tourist

No fee

Visa-free for most Western passports (US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Canada, etc.). Length of stay (up to 30 or 90 days) is set by the e-Pass issued at the checkpoint, not tied to any visa.

Visa typeTourist

Indicative costNo fee

Applies toVisa-free for most Western passports (US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Canada, etc.). Length of stay (up to 30 or 90 days) is set by the e-Pass issued at the checkpoint, not tied to any visa.

Visa

No fee

SG Arrival Card (SGAC) with electronic health declaration is mandatory for nearly all arrivals and is FREE via the ICA e-Service or MyICA app. It is not a visa; ICA warns against paid third-party sites.

Visa typeVisa

Indicative costNo fee

Applies toSG Arrival Card (SGAC) with electronic health declaration is mandatory for nearly all arrivals and is FREE via the ICA e-Service or MyICA app. It is not a visa; ICA warns against paid third-party sites.

Good to know

Most Western passports (US, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, Canada, etc.) do not need a visa for short visits; a Visit Pass (e-Pass) is granted at the checkpoint on arrival.
Almost all travellers must submit the free SG Arrival Card (SGAC) with health declaration within 3 days before arrival, via the ICA e-Service or MyICA app. Failure may result in denied entry.
The SGAC is NOT a visa and does not guarantee entry; final admission is decided by an ICA officer at the checkpoint.
Only nationals of a listed set of countries require an entry visa in advance. Beware of commercial sites charging for the SGAC; submission is always free.

Do you need a visa for Singapore?

Pick your passport and get the exact entry rule for Singapore — visa-free, visa on arrival, e-Visa or apply in advance.

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Frequently asked questions

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of 164 countries can currently enter Singapore visa-free for short tourist stays, while others need a visa on arrival, an e-Visa or a visa arranged in advance. Use the visa checker to see the rule for your passport.

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