Visa & entry · Singapore

Singapore visa for Indians

Yes. An e-Visa for ₹3,400, ready in 3⁠–⁠5 working days.

It’s valid for 30 days from the day you enter. 96-hour Visa-Free Transit (VFTF) costs Free. Only when transiting to/from a third country with a valid visa for AU/CA/DE/JP/NZ/CH/UK/US — strict conditions, check eligibility.

Checked 26 Oct 2026 against Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority ↗ · +4 more

Checked 26 Oct 2026SingaporeSingapore
Fee₹3,400Per person
Valid for30 daysFrom the day you enter
Processing3–5 daysWorking days
Typee-VisaApply before you fly

What documents do I need for a Singapore visa?Six, all as PDF or JPG

Scan each one before you start the form. The passport must have six months left on the day you fly in, not the day you apply.

Travelling with a child? The child needs their own visa on their own passport. Same fee.

Keep these ready

  • Passport (6 months validity)
  • Passport-size photo (white background, 35x45mm)
  • Form 14A (agent provides)
  • Confirmed return ticket + hotel booking
  • Bank statement (last 3 months, healthy balance)
  • Covering letter / leave letter for employed applicants

How do I apply for a Singapore visa from India?Four steps, 3–5 working days

  1. Indians CANNOT apply directly to ICA — use an authorized agent (VFS Global, registered travel agents) or a Singapore local sponsor
  2. ₹2,100 government fee + ₹1,300 fixed agent fee; non-refundable, no extra charge for urgent applications
  3. e-Visa arrives by email; most tourists get MULTIPLE-ENTRY validity up to 2 years
  4. Fill the SG Arrival Card (free, online) within 3 days before arrival — separate from the visa

Checked 26 Oct 2026 against Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority ↗ · +4 more

Is there another way in?96-hour Visa-Free Transit

96-hour Visa-Free Transit (VFTF) · free. Only when transiting to/from a third country with a valid visa for AU/CA/DE/JP/NZ/CH/UK/US — strict conditions, check eligibility

Compare

  • e-VisaMost people₹3,40030 days
  • 96-hour Visa-Free Transit (VFTF)FreeOnly when transiting to/from a third country with a valid visa for AU/CA/DE/JP/NZ/CH/UK/US — strict conditions, check eligibility

Questions people askBefore they apply

How early should I apply for a Singapore visa? Allow 3–5 working days for processing and apply at least two weeks before you fly; longer around Diwali and the New Year.

How long can I stay in Singapore on it? 30 days from the day you enter; 96-hour visa-free transit (vftf) is the alternative.

The rest of the Singapore guide

The visa is step one. Everything else, in the order you’ll need it.

Singapore travel guide for Indians

Four stages, one page
  1. Before you bookWhen to go · where to stay · what it costs
  2. Before you flyUPI · eSIM or roaming · packing · customs
  3. When you landAirport to city · getting around · help
  4. While you’re thereWhat to book · where to eat · customs
Singapore guide
Where to stay in SingaporeAreas and hotels for Indian travellersThings to do in SingaporeBook-ahead, free, day trips

Visa for Indians elsewhere

Comparing destinations? The same page for every country we cover.

HK · Hong KongChecked 26 Oct 2026Pre-arrival RegistrationInstant (print the notification slip)ID · IndonesiaChecked 26 Oct 2026Visa on arrival0 at the counter; e-VOA 1–2 working daysMO · MacauChecked 26 Oct 2026Visa-freeNone — stamp on arrivalMY · MalaysiaChecked 26 Oct 2026Visa-free entry0 (stamp on arrival)

Sources

The pages these facts were checked against. Rules and prices change — when in doubt, the official page wins.

Official pages