Singapore Travel Guide

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Passports

Passport valid for at least six months beyond date of departure required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Passport Notes

Those who wish to deliver their child in Singapore must make a prior application to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (tel: 6391 6100; website: www.ica.gov.sg).

Visas

Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visa Note

(a) 1. British and Irish passport holders do not need a visa for stays up to a month, if they can prove they have sufficient funds to cover stay in Singapore, confirmed onward/return tickets and entry documentation for further destinations, as well as siz months passport validity. For other nationals the maximum length of stay is 7 or 14 days depending on nationality. Visitors on a Social Visit Pass are not permitted to work in Singapore. Extensions of up to 90 days can be applied for at the time, depending on nationality. (b) Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements.

Applications to:

Applications may be submitted by post or in person at the Consular Section (basement) of the Singapore High Commission.

Travel Warnings

Most visits to Singapore are trouble-free, but travelers should be aware that Singapore shares with the rest of South-East Asia a threat from terrorism. Attacks could be indiscriminate and against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

There is a risk from Dengue Fever in Singapore. Travelers should take normal precautions against being bitten by mosquitoes.

Travelers should not become involved with drugs of any kind: possession of even very small quantities can lead to imprisonment or the death penalty.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisaions for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

Singapore General Hospital receives emergency cases and health care is exceptionally good. There is a large private sector. Health insurance is recommended.

Vaccinations

Special Notes

* A yellow fever certificate is required from travelers over one year of age who, in the preceding six days, have been in or have passed through any country partly or wholly endemic for yellow fever.