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Singapore Tourist Visa, SG Arrival Card & 96-Hour VFTF Transit Guide 2026

Complete guide to Singapore Tourist eVisa, 96-Hour Visa-Free Transit Facility (VFTF), SG Arrival Card (SGAC), and ICA entry rules for travelers and transiting passengers.

Overview & Statutory Background

Singapore welcomes millions of tourists, business travelers, and transiting passengers annually. Visitors from Assessment Level I and II countries require a Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) or eVisa issued by ICA. Eligible nationals transiting through Changi Airport can utilize the 96-Hour Visa-Free Transit Facility (VFTF). All travelers entering Singapore must complete the mandatory electronic SG Arrival Card (SGAC) with Health Declaration within 3 days prior to arrival.

Key Pass Highlights & Statutory Criteria

VFTF Transit Limit

96 Hours (4 Days)

Verified

eVisa Processing Fee

S$30 Application

Verified

SG Arrival Card

Free (3 Days Prior)

Verified

STVP Max Validity

30 to 90 Days

Verified

Evaluation Criteria & Points Breakdown

96-Hour Visa-Free Transit Facility (VFTF)

96 Hours Free

Indian and Chinese nationals transiting via Changi Airport to/from a 3rd country with valid visa/PR from US, UK, Australia, Canada, Japan, NZ, Germany, or Switzerland.

Mandatory SG Arrival Card (SGAC)

100% Mandatory

All travelers (citizens, PRs, expats, tourists) must submit the SG Arrival Card with Health Declaration online within 3 days before entry.

Assessment Level I & II eVisas

ICA e-Services

Nationals of Level I (India, China, Russia, etc.) and Level II (Nigeria, Pakistan, Egypt, etc.) apply online via ICA authorized strategic partners.

Biometric Automated Clearance (e-Gates)

Passport e-Gates

Eligible foreign visitors can use Changi Airport automated e-Gates for seamless arrival and departure.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay in Singapore.

Confirmed onward or return flight ticket, sufficient funds for stay, and visa for next destination.

Must submit SG Arrival Card (SGAC) electronically within 3 days prior to arrival date.

VFTF TRANSIT RULES: 96-hour VFTF can only be used ONCE (either on the outward or return journey, not both).

Step-by-Step Application & Issuance Process

eVisa Filing / VFTF Eligibility Check

Apply for ICA eVisa via authorized agent (S$30 fee) or check VFTF transit flight eligibility.

SG Arrival Card (SGAC) Submission

Fill out free SG Arrival Card online via ICA portal 3 days before departure.

Changi Arrival & Automated Clearance

Scan passport at automated e-Gates or present VFTF onward ticket to ICA officer.

e-Pass Issuance via Email

ICA issues Electronic Visit Pass (e-Pass) stating authorized stay duration via email.

Required Document Checklist

•Passport Particulars Page (minimum 6 months validity)

•SG Arrival Card (SGAC) Confirmation Barcode / PDF

•Confirmed Flight Itinerary showing onward destination within 96 hours (for VFTF)

•Valid Visa or Permanent Residency card of qualifying 3rd country (US/UK/EU/Australia/Japan/Canada)

•ICA Approved eVisa PDF printout (for Assessment Level countries)

•Proof of Hotel Reservation & Financial Statements

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

VFTF allows eligible nationals of India and China transiting through Changi Airport to enter Singapore for up to 96 hours without a visa, provided they hold a valid visa or PR from Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the UK, or the US, and have an onward flight ticket within 96 hours.

Yes. All incoming travelers—including Singapore Citizens, PRs, work pass holders, and tourists—must submit the free electronic SG Arrival Card (SGAC) with Health Declaration within 3 days prior to arrival.

The official ICA processing fee for a Singapore visa application is S$30 per applicant. Authorized visa agents may charge additional service fees.

No. The 96-hour VFTF can only be used ONCE during a trip—either on the outbound leg or the inbound leg, but not both.

STVPs are typically granted for 30 days for visa-required or visa-free countries, though passport holders from the US, EU, UK, Canada, Australia, and South Korea may receive up to 90 days.

Yes. Foreign visitors can apply for an extension of stay for up to 30 additional days online via ICA's e-Service before their current STVP expires, subject to ICA approval.