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Singapore Visitor / Tourist Visa

The Singapore tourist visa for Indians: an e-Visa applied for through an authorised visa agent or VFS Chandigarh, usually decided in 3 to 5 working days.

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Singapore Visitor / Tourist Visa — overview

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Indian passport holders need an entry visa for Singapore, and there is no visa on arrival. For a holiday or family visit you apply through an authorised visa agent of the High Commission of Singapore in New Delhi, or at VFS Global in Chandigarh, and the visa is issued electronically.

The visa fee is ₹2,100 (S$30) plus a ₹1,534 service fee (checked 14 Oct 2026), and processing takes 3 to 5 working days. Apply within 30 days before arrival. On landing, the immigration officer decides how long you may stay, and you must also file the free SG Arrival Card.

Do Indians need a visa for Singapore, and which one?

Yes. Singapore's Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) lists India among the countries whose ordinary passport holders need an entry visa, and the High Commission of Singapore in New Delhi says visa applications are required for Indian citizens. A holiday or a family visit uses the entry visa for social visits; it is issued electronically as an e-Visa. ICA does not accept visa applications at the immigration counter, so there is no visa on arrival.

Understand what the visa does. ICA calls it a pre-entry permission to travel to Singapore and seek entry, not an immigration pass. The ICA officer at the checkpoint decides whether you enter and for how long, and emails you an electronic visit pass (e-Pass) showing the period of stay and your last day. The stay is not tied to the visa's validity.

Singapore tourist visa for Indians at a glance

VisaNo visa on arrival
Entry visa (e-Visa) for social visits
WhereHigh Commission in New Delhi decides
Authorised visa agent or VFS Chandigarh
FeePlus ₹1,534 VFS service fee, checked 14 Oct 2026
₹2,100 (S$30) visa fee
ProcessingExcluding the day of submission
3 to 5 working days
When to apply
Within 30 days before arrival
StayShown on the e-Pass emailed to you
Set by ICA on arrival

ICA, High Commission of Singapore in New Delhi and VFS Global Singapore India, checked 14 Oct 2026

One exception: Indians in transit to or from a third country, who hold a valid visa for one of eight countries, may stop in Singapore for up to 96 hours without a visa. That is explained near the end of this page.

Where do applicants from Punjab apply?

Two doors lead to the same decision-maker, the High Commission of Singapore in New Delhi:

  • An authorised visa agent (AVA). ICA says applicants without a local contact in Singapore apply through an agent appointed by the Singapore mission, or at the mission. The High Commission publishes its list of authorised agents (Annex A on its visa page), and the agent submits your documents to the High Commission online.
  • VFS Global in Chandigarh. VFS says the High Commission processes applications from seventeen states and two union territories, including Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi, at its Chandigarh Singapore Visa Application Centre, open Monday to Friday. VFS's only other Singapore centre in India is Chennai, for the southern states.

If your passport was issued outside these states, you must show proof that you live in one of them.

A third route exists if you have family or a business contact in Singapore. A local contact with a Singpass or Corppass account can submit your application online through ICA's e-Service. The High Commission says the local contact must be a Singapore citizen or permanent resident aged at least 21.

Which documents depend on your situation?

ICA's list for an Indian applicant is short: Form 14A signed by you, a colour photo taken within the last three months, and a copy of your passport's biodata page, valid at least six months from the date you enter Singapore. Agents and VFS add the papers that show who you are and why you will return. VFS's Chandigarh checklist asks for a covering letter stating the purpose of the visit, with your travel itinerary.

  • Salaried

    What to add
    3 months' pay slips and 3 months' bank statements, with the bank's seal and signature

  • Business owner

    What to add
    Proof of the business, 3 months' bank statements with seal and signature, and your ITR

  • Sponsored by an organisation

    What to add
    The sponsoring organisation's financial documents with its seal and signature

  • Visiting family or friends in Singapore

    What to add
    Form V39A (letter of introduction) from your host, a Singapore citizen or permanent resident, with a copy of their IC, if asked

  • No local contact for a requested V39A

    What to add
    A reference letter from your Embassy or High Commission about you and your trip, which the High Commission says may be accepted

  • Child under 12

    What to add
    Form 14A can be signed by the parents

  • Passport issued outside the jurisdiction

    What to add
    Proof of residence in one of the listed states; VFS's checklist accepts papers such as an Aadhaar card, a recent utility bill or a rent agreement

ICA and the High Commission say Form V39A is needed only case by case; VFS may still ask for it if your file needs more checking.

How much is the Singapore visa fee for Indians?

The visa processing fee is ₹2,100 per application, the rupee equivalent of S$30, and it is not refunded whatever the outcome, even if you withdraw. On top of it, authorised agents and VFS may charge a service fee of ₹1,300 plus GST, ₹1,534 in all, effective 1 August 2026 (checked on 14 October 2026). The SG Arrival Card is free. Our filing fee is shown at the top of this page.

How long does it take, and when should you apply?

ICA says an application is processed within three working days, excluding the day of submission. The High Commission and VFS give a wider band: 3 to 5 working days, excluding the day of submission, weekends and public holidays, and longer in peak periods. Plan on the longer figure.

Timing has one firm rule: ICA advises applying within 30 days before you arrive in Singapore. So for a December trip, apply in November, not in September.

Do not buy flights first. The High Commission says you are not required to buy a ticket before applying, and anyone who does bears the loss if the visa is refused or its dates do not fit the trip.

Why do Singapore visas get refused for Indian applicants?

Singapore gives no reasons. VFS's checklist states that every application is considered on its own merits, the fees are not refunded, and no reason is given for unsuccessful applications. So the file has to be right the first time. These are the documented ways it goes wrong.

Incomplete or illegible papers

VFS warns that incomplete or illegible forms or documents may lead to rejection or delay. Fill in every part of Form 14A, sign it, write the actual submission date in the declaration, and print everything on A4 paper.

A photo that fails ICA's rules

The photo must meet ICA's requirements, which follow international passport-photo standards; VFS says failing them can delay the application or get it rejected. It must be recent, 35 mm by 45 mm, matte or semi-matte, and never used for an earlier Singapore visa.

Money and work that are not shown

Three months of pay slips and bank statements, with the bank's seal and signature, are the core of a salaried file; a business owner adds proof of the business and an ITR. Gaps here leave the officer guessing.

No answer when a letter of introduction is requested

If your application needs more verification, VFS may ask for Form V39A from a Singapore citizen or permanent resident. Line up your host, or a reference letter from your Embassy, before you apply.

Turned back at the airport despite a visa

The High Commission says a visa does not guarantee entry. Visitors must also hold a valid passport, enough money for the stay and a confirmed onward or return ticket. Carry all three.

Tips for a stronger file

  • Use an authorised agent or VFS only. The High Commission lists its authorised agents; anyone else is a middleman.
  • Match the covering letter to the itinerary. State the purpose of the visit and the dates, and keep them the same as your bookings.
  • Bring proof of residence if needed. If your passport was issued in another state, carry an Aadhaar card, a recent utility bill or a rent agreement for your Punjab address.
  • Keep two fresh photos. Taken within three months, white background, not used for any earlier Singapore visa.
  • Use a working email. Both the e-Pass and the SG Arrival Card acknowledgement are emailed.
  • Carry funds and the return ticket. They are entry requirements at the checkpoint, not just paperwork for the visa.
  • Know the extension route. If you need more time, ICA handles extensions through a Short-Term Visit Pass extension application.

What is the SG Arrival Card, and is it a visa?

No, it is not a visa. ICA says so in as many words. The SG Arrival Card, with an electronic health declaration, is the online form that replaced the paper arrival card, and every traveller seeking immigration clearance must submit it before arriving. Submit it within three days before arrival, counting the day of arrival, on ICA's SGAC e-Service or the free MyICA mobile app.

It costs nothing. ICA says it does not support or endorse commercial websites that charge a fee to submit the card, and they are not affiliated with ICA. Make a false health declaration and you can be prosecuted under the Infectious Diseases Act.

Can Indians transit through Singapore without a visa?

Sometimes, for up to 96 hours. ICA's Visa Free Transit Facility covers Indian nationals travelling to or from a third country via Singapore who have an onward air, ferry or cruise ticket departing Singapore within 96 hours, and a valid visa or long-term pass for Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom or the United States, valid at least one month from the date you enter Singapore. You may arrive by any transport but must leave by air or sea.

The High Commission adds that an Indian traveller without a Singapore visa who does not meet these rules will not be allowed to enter, and that a stay under the facility cannot be extended. For other trip types, see the Singapore country page.

Official sources

Documents you need

10 items

  • Passport

    Valid at least six months from the date you enter Singapore, with a copy of the biodata page.

  • Form 14A

    Filled in completely and signed by you; parents can sign for children under 12.

  • Two recent photos

    Colour, 35 mm by 45 mm, taken within the last three months on a white background, matte or semi-matte, not used for an earlier Singapore visa.

  • Covering letter

    Stating the purpose of your visit to Singapore, with your travel itinerary.

  • Pay slips and bank statements

    3 months of pay slips and 3 months of bank statements, with the bank's seal and signature.

  • Business proof and ITR

    For business owners: proof of the business, 3 months of bank statements with seal and signature, and income tax returns.

  • Form V39A, if requested

    A letter of introduction from a Singapore citizen or permanent resident, with a copy of their IC, or a letter from your Embassy.

  • Proof of residence, if needed

    If your passport was issued outside the High Commission's states, proof that you live in one of them.

  • Return or onward ticket and funds

    A confirmed onward or return ticket and enough money for the stay, checked at entry.

  • SG Arrival Card

    Submitted free on ICA's e-Service or the MyICA app within three days before arrival.

What it costs

All-in
Our fee
₹8,499
All-in, GST included. Paid to us.
Embassy visa fee
Set by the embassy
Paid to the embassy at cost.
VFS / appointment charge
Varies by centre
Paid to VFS (or the appointment partner) at cost.

Nothing is added to our fee. The number on the page is the number.

Item

Amount

Singapore visa processing fee

Per application. Non-refundable whatever the outcome, even if withdrawn.

₹2,100 (S$30) (checked 14 Oct 2026)

VFS or authorised agent service fee

Effective 1 August 2026, per applicant.

₹1,534 (₹1,300 plus GST) (checked 14 Oct 2026)

SG Arrival Card

Submit only on ICA's e-Service or the MyICA app.

Free

Government and third-party fees change often — we confirm the exact current amounts for your case before you pay anything.

How long it takes

Timing
  • The embassy’s decision: Usually 3 to 5 working days, excluding the day of submission, weekends and public holidays This is the visa post’s timeline, not ours.
  • Our part: Your file is ready to submit within 3 working days of us receiving your complete documents.

How the process works

7 steps

Typical processing: Usually 3 to 5 working days, excluding the day of submission, weekends and public holidays

  1. Step 1

    Choose an authorised channel

    One of the High Commission's authorised visa agents, or the VFS Chandigarh Singapore Visa Application Centre.

  2. Step 2

    Prepare Form 14A and documents

    Signed form, photos, passport copy, covering letter with itinerary, and financial documents.

  3. Step 3

    Submit and pay

    Hand in the file within 30 days before arrival and pay ₹2,100 plus the ₹1,534 service fee.

  4. Step 4

    Wait 3 to 5 working days

    The agent submits online to the High Commission; answer at once if a V39A or more documents are requested.

  5. Step 5

    Collect the e-Visa

    The agent or VFS prints your e-Visa once approved. Check the dates against your trip.

  6. Step 6

    File the SG Arrival Card

    Submit it free within three days before arrival, with a valid email for your e-Pass.

  7. Step 7

    Clear immigration

    Show your passport, return ticket and funds. The ICA officer sets your stay and emails the e-Pass.

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Frequently asked questions

12 answers

  • Yes. ICA lists India among the countries whose ordinary passport holders need an entry visa, and ICA does not accept visa applications at the immigration counter, so there is no visa on arrival. You apply in advance through an authorised visa agent, VFS Global in Chandigarh or the High Commission, and the visa is issued electronically. The 96-hour transit facility is the only exception.

  • The visa processing fee is ₹2,100 per application, equal to S$30, and it is non-refundable even if the visa is refused or you withdraw. Authorised visa agents and VFS may add a service fee of ₹1,300 plus GST, ₹1,534 in total, effective 1 August 2026 (checked on 14 October 2026). The SG Arrival Card is free.

  • Usually 3 to 5 working days, not counting the day you submit, weekends or public holidays, according to the High Commission and VFS. ICA says it processes applications within three working days, but some take longer, especially in peak periods. Apply within 30 days before arrival and leave room for the longer figure.

  • Yes. VFS Global's Chandigarh Singapore Visa Application Centre handles applications for the High Commission in New Delhi from seventeen states and two union territories, including Punjab, Chandigarh, Haryana and Delhi. It is open Monday to Friday. You can also use one of the High Commission's authorised visa agents. If your passport was issued in another state, bring proof of residence.

  • As long as the immigration officer grants on arrival, not as long as the visa is valid. ICA says the period of stay is set by the electronic visit pass issued at the checkpoint and is not tied to the visa's validity. The e-Pass is emailed to you and shows the period granted and your last day. Extensions go through ICA's Short-Term Visit Pass extension.

  • No. ICA says plainly that the SG Arrival Card is not a visa. It is a free online arrival form with a health declaration that every visitor seeking immigration clearance submits within three days before arrival, on ICA's e-Service or the MyICA app. ICA does not endorse websites that charge a fee to submit it.

  • ICA asks for Form 14A signed by you, a colour photo taken within the last three months, and a copy of your passport's biodata page with at least six months' validity from your date of entry. VFS adds a covering letter with your itinerary, 3 months of pay slips and bank statements with the bank's seal, and business proof and ITR if you run a business.

  • Only if asked. ICA and the High Commission say Form V39A is required case by case. It comes from a local contact, a Singapore citizen or permanent resident aged at least 21. If you cannot get one, the High Commission says a letter of introduction from your Embassy or High Commission may be accepted for social and business visits.

  • No. The High Commission says applicants are not required to buy a flight ticket before applying, and anyone who does bears the loss if the visa is refused or its dates do not match the trip. Book once the visa is approved, but remember that a confirmed onward or return ticket is an entry requirement at the airport.

  • Possibly, for up to 96 hours. ICA's Visa Free Transit Facility covers Indians travelling to or from a third country who hold an onward ticket departing within 96 hours and a valid visa or long-term pass for Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the UK or the US, valid at least a month from entry. The stay cannot be extended.

  • Yes. The High Commission and ICA both say that possessing a visa does not by itself mean you will be let in; the ICA officer at the checkpoint decides. You must also hold a valid passport, enough money for your stay and a confirmed onward or return ticket. Carry them in your hand luggage, along with your hotel details.

  • Because Singapore does not give one. VFS's checklist says every application is considered on its own merits, fees are not refunded, and no reason is provided for unsuccessful applications. Before reapplying, check the usual weak points: incomplete or illegible forms, a photo that breaks ICA's rules, thin bank statements, or a missing letter of introduction when one was requested.

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  • Guessing the document list — one missing or wrongly formatted paper triggers a refusal.
  • Generic cover letters copied from the internet that officers recognise and flag.
  • No read on peak rejection windows or what this visa post is strict about.
  • Government and VFS fees are non-refundable — money lost if you are refused.
  • A refusal stamp follows you and weakens every future visa application.

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  • Identify which part was weak — funds, employment, purpose or ties.
  • Tell you honestly whether to reapply now or strengthen the file first.

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