Planning a trip to Singapore? Ensuring a seamless entry requires compliance with specific immigration and public health regulations. Here’s a detailed guide to help you prepare for your visit.

General Entry Requirements

1) Immigration and Customs Protocols

To enter Singapore, all travellers must adhere to the following immigration requirements:

i) Passport Validity:

Ensure your passport has at least six months of validity if you're not a Singapore passport holder. This is a mandatory requirement.

ii) Visa Regulations:

If you hold a passport from a country or region that requires a visa, you must obtain one before your trip. For short-term stays of less than 96 hours, eligible travellers may use the Visa-Free Transit Facility.

iii) Arrival Security and Immigration Procedures:

Avoid bringing prohibited items into Singapore. Familiarize yourself with the entry clearance procedures at the checkpoint, including your eligibility for automated clearance. Short-term travellers should have sufficient funds and proof of onward travel (e.g., tickets, visas). It is essential to not overstay your visit pass validity. After arrival, retrieve your e-Pass via the e-Pass Enquiry Portal or check your visit pass validity online.

iv) Customs Declaration:

If you’re bringing goods that exceed the Goods and Services Tax (GST) import relief and/or Duty-free concession, make sure to declare these items and pay any applicable taxes using the Customs@SG web application before arriving in Singapore.

2) SG Arrival Card (SGAC) Submission

All travellers, except those transiting or transferring through Singapore without immigration clearance, and Singapore citizens, Permanent Residents, and Long-Term Pass Holders entering via land checkpoints, must submit the SG Arrival Card. This should be done within three days (including the day of arrival) prior to entering Singapore. Submission is free and can be completed through the SGAC e-Service or MyICA Mobile app.

3) Post-arrival Guidelines for Short-Term Visitors

If you wish to extend your stay beyond the granted period, you can apply online for a visit pass extension using the e-Service, although approval is not guaranteed. It’s important to note that travellers on a short-term visit pass are not allowed to engage in any business, professional, or paid employment activities. Overstaying is a punishable offence in Singapore.

Public Health Requirements

To avoid tests and quarantine upon arrival, make sure you meet the following public health requirements:

1) Yellow Fever Vaccination

If you have visited any country at risk of Yellow Fever transmission within six days before arriving in Singapore, you must present an International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever. If you cannot meet this requirement, you will be subjected to a six-day quarantine. This also applies to individuals ineligible for vaccination, such as children under one year old or those with medical contraindications.

2) COVID-19 Regulations

As of February 13, 2023, Singapore has lifted all COVID-19 entry restrictions. Travellers no longer need to comply with COVID-19 measures, regardless of vaccination status.

By following these guidelines, you can ensure a smooth and hassle-free entry into Singapore, allowing you to fully enjoy your stay in this vibrant city-state. Safe travels!