Visa

General Entry Requirements

Singapore’s entry requirements depend on your nationality and travel document. Many travellers holding ordinary passports from a large number of countries are allowed visa-free entry for short stays, typically 30 or 90 days, depending on nationality

An electronic Visit Pass is typically issued on arrival for eligible visitors.

However, not all nationalities are visa-exempt, and entry permissions, length of stay, or transit rules are determined by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore. Participants should verify their own entry requirements well before travelling.

Visa-Free Entry

Visa-free entry to Singapore is commonly available for holders of ordinary passports from a wide range of countries and regions, subject to nationality, passport type, and length of stay. Examples of countries and regions whose passport holders often enjoy visa-free entry include, but are not limited to:

  • Europe and North America
    European Union countries, United Kingdom, United States, Canada
  • Asia-Pacific
    Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR
  • Southeast Asia (ASEAN)
    Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, and other ASEAN member states
  • Middle East and Americas
    Most Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries and many South and Central American countries

*This list is illustrative only. Visa-free eligibility, permitted length of stay (typically 30 or 90 days), and entry conditions vary by passport and are determined by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore.

Do I Need a Visa?

To check whether you need a visa before travelling, please use the ICA’s online tools.
You will be asked to select your nationality, travel document, and intended length of stay to determine whether a visa is required.

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Visa Application

  • If you do require a visa to enter Singapore:
    • Apply through the nearest Singapore diplomatic mission, consulate, or visa office in your country.
    • You may be asked for supporting documentation to support visa application
  • Invitation Letter Support
    • Registered participants who require a visa can request an official invitation letter from the conference organizers to support their visa application.
    • Participants who require a visa are strongly encouraged to begin the visa application process and request an invitation letter as early as possible after completing conference registration.
  • Important Notes
    • Visa eligibility and entry clearance are determined solely by the Singapore immigration authorities, both at the point of visa application and upon arrival in Singapore.
    • While the conference may provide supporting documentation where applicable, the conference organisers cannot guarantee visa approval or entry into Singapore.
    • Allow sufficient time for processing (processing times vary by country).
    • If you are connecting through other countries on your way to Singapore, check transit visa requirements too.