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Singapore Tourist Visa Extension & Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) Guide 2026

Complete guide to extending a Singapore Tourist Visa or Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP). ICA e-Service 30-day extension rules, fees, local sponsor, & Overstay penalties.

Overview & Statutory Background

Foreign visitors in Singapore on a Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) who require additional stay duration due to family visits, medical treatment, or travel delays can apply online for an extension of stay via ICA's e-Service portal for up to 30 additional days.

Key Pass Highlights & Statutory Criteria

Max Extension Duration

Up to 30 Days

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ICA Extension Fee

S$40 Application

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Filing Timing

7 Days Before Expiry

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Overstay Penalty

Strict Fine & Ban

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Evaluation Criteria & Points Breakdown

1. Online e-Service Application

ICA e-Services

Visitors must submit the extension application online before their current STVP pass expires.

2. Local Sponsor Requirement (Conditional)

Citizen / PR Sponsor

Visa-required nationals or requests seeking beyond 30 days total stay require a Singapore Citizen or PR sponsor (aged 21+).

3. Valid Return Ticket & Funds

Onward Flight Proof

Must provide proof of confirmed onward/return flight ticket corresponding to the extended departure date.

4. Severe Overstaying Penalties

Section 15 Offense

Overstaying in Singapore without valid pass is a punishable offense under the Immigration Act (fines, imprisonment, & entry bans).

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

Must hold a valid Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) with at least 2 working days remaining before expiry.

Must not have previously exceeded 89 days of cumulative stay in Singapore within the calendar year.

Must have a valid passport (minimum 6 months validity) and onward flight ticket.

NO LOCAL EMPLOYMENT ALLOWED: STVP holders are strictly forbidden from engaging in paid employment or business.

Step-by-Step Application & Issuance Process

Access ICA e-Service Portal

Visit ICA e-Service portal 7 days before current STVP expiration date.

Submit Online Extension Form

Enter passport details, disembarkation e-Pass number, and reason for extension.

Pay S$40 ICA Fee

Pay S$40 extension fee online via credit card or Singpass e-Payment.

Receive Extension Approval e-Pass

ICA issues updated e-Pass via email stating new authorized departure deadline.

Required Document Checklist

•Current Passport Particulars Page & Disembarkation e-Pass Email

•Confirmed Onward / Return Flight Ticket PDF

•Proof of Financial Means (Credit card, cash balance, or bank statement)

•Local Sponsor Singapore NRIC Copy & Singpass Approval (if required)

•Medical Certificate from Singapore Registered Doctor (if extending for medical treatment)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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.

The ICA processing fee for extending a Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) is S$40 per applicant.

Visitors from visa-free countries seeking an initial 30-day extension generally do not need a sponsor. Visa-required nationals or requests exceeding 30 days total stay require a local Singapore Citizen or PR sponsor.

Overstaying in Singapore is a serious criminal offense under Section 15 of the Immigration Act. Penalties include mandatory fines, imprisonment, caning (for overstays exceeding 90 days), and permanent entry bans.

You should apply online via ICA e-Service at least 7 days before your current STVP pass expires.

No. Tourists and STVP holders are strictly prohibited from working, taking up employment, or conducting freelance business in Singapore.