Indian citizens need a visa to visit Singapore. For most travellers the route is an authorised visa agent appointed by the Singapore High Commission in New Delhi. The High Commission lists the visa processing fee as INR 2,100, and agents may add a service fee of up to INR 1,300. Processing generally takes 3 to 5 working days. Indians holding a valid visa for the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Japan, New Zealand, Germany or Switzerland may be able to transit Singapore for up to 96 hours without a visa.
Know before you go
- Visa needed? Yes, for Indian passport holders, per the Singapore High Commission in New Delhi.
- Where to apply: an authorised visa agent from the High Commission’s list (Annex A on its visa page), or through a local contact in Singapore with a Singpass or Corppass account.
- Fee: INR 2,100 visa processing fee, not refunded. Agents may charge a service fee of INR 1,300 on top.
- Processing time: generally 3 to 5 working days, not counting the day of submission, weekends and public holidays.
- Documents: Form 14A, passport valid for at least 6 months on the date of entry, 2 recent colour photos (35 x 45 mm, white background).
- Visa-free transit: up to 96 hours for Indians in transit with an onward ticket and a valid visa from one of eight listed countries.
- Before you fly: submit the SG Arrival Card online. Your stay period arrives as an e-Pass by email.
- Last checked: 27 October 2026 on the Singapore High Commission in New Delhi and Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) sites (links under Official resources below).
In this Article
Do Indians need a visa for Singapore?
Yes. The Singapore High Commission in New Delhi states that visa applications are required for Indian citizens and passport holders. ICA lists India among the countries whose travellers need an entry visa.
The exception is the 96-hour Visa-Free Transit Facility, covered below. If you are flying to Singapore only for a holiday and back to India, you need a visa.
How to apply for a Singapore visa from India
ICA gives two routes for people applying from outside Singapore:
- through a local contact in Singapore, such as a friend, relative or company, who has a Singpass or Corppass account and submits the application online
- through an authorised visa agent appointed by the Singapore Overseas Mission, or at the mission itself
Most Indian tourists use an authorised agent. The steps, per the High Commission:
- Choose an agent from the list of authorised visa agents (Annex A) on the High Commission’s visa page. The list is a PDF with agents in several cities, so check for one near you.
- Hand over your completed Form 14A, passport and photos, plus any extra documents the agent asks for.
- The agent submits your documents to the High Commission online.
- The application is processed.
- You receive the result. Approved visas are issued as an e-Visa that you print.
You can check the status of your application, or print a lost e-Visa, through the visa enquiry service on ica.gov.sg.
Singapore visa fees for Indians
| Fee | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Visa processing fee | INR 2,100 | High Commission, via the agent |
| Agent service fee | up to INR 1,300 | authorised visa agent |
Both are paid when you apply. The High Commission says the processing fee is not refunded, whatever the outcome, even if you withdraw the application after submitting it. If an agent quotes much more than INR 3,400 for the visa alone, ask what the extra covers. Travel agents who are not on the authorised list may pass your file to an authorised agent and add their own margin.
Documents required
The High Commission lists these for a tourist or business visit:
- Form 14A, filled in and signed
- passport with at least six months of validity on the date you enter Singapore
- 2 colour passport-size photos taken within the last three months
The photo rules are specific: 35 mm wide by 45 mm high, no border, white background without shadows, full face with eyes open and no hair over the eyebrows. Avoid white clothing and glare on glasses.
Additional documents can be requested case by case. The one you will hear about most is Form V39A, a Letter of Introduction from a local contact who is a Singapore citizen or permanent resident aged at least 21. Documents in Hindi must be translated into English.
You do not need a flight ticket to apply. The High Commission says that if you book one before the visa is approved, you carry the risk if the visa is refused or its dates do not match your trip.
Processing time
The High Commission says processing generally takes 3 to 5 working days, excluding the submission date, weekends and public holidays. Some applications take longer. ICA’s India page suggests applying about 30 days before arrival, which leaves room for delays.
Visa-free transit with a US, UK or Schengen visa
Indian nationals in transit to or from a third country via Singapore may get the 96-hour Visa-Free Transit Facility (VFTF). The conditions, per the High Commission and ICA:
- you must hold a valid onward air, ferry or cruise ticket leaving Singapore within 96 hours
- you may arrive by any mode, but must leave by air or sea
- you must hold a valid visa or long-term pass, with at least one month of validity from your entry date, from Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the United Kingdom or the United States
- for Germany and Switzerland, a Schengen visa valid for entry to either country counts
- the stay cannot be extended
So if you fly Delhi to Singapore to Sydney with a valid Australian visa, a stopover of up to four days may not need a Singapore visa. A US visa does not help for a return trip between India and Singapore. Entry is still decided by ICA officers at the checkpoint.
SG Arrival Card and e-Pass
Every visitor must submit the SG Arrival Card online before arriving. It is not a visa. Since 11 March 2022, ICA sends your Visit Pass as an e-Pass by email, showing how long you can stay and your last allowed day. Nothing is stamped in your passport, so enter an email address you can check.
How long can you stay?
The validity of a Singapore visa is the period during which you can seek entry. The length of each stay is decided by the ICA officer at the checkpoint, not by the visa. The High Commission also notes that a visa does not guarantee entry. Officers can ask for proof of funds and a confirmed return or onward ticket.
Planning your Singapore trip
A first visit often covers Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay, Chinatown and Sentosa. We are adding more Singapore guides. In the meantime, if you are combining Singapore with another country, see our guides to the Thailand visa for Indians, the Vietnam visa for Indians and the Bali visa for Indians.
Singapore visa FAQs
What is the Singapore visa price for Indians?
INR 2,100 as the visa processing fee, plus an authorised agent’s service fee of up to INR 1,300.
Can Indians get a Singapore visa on arrival?
No. Apply before you travel, unless you qualify for the 96-hour visa-free transit.
Can I enter Singapore with a US visa?
Only in transit. With a valid US visa and an onward ticket to a third country within 96 hours, you may qualify for visa-free transit.
How long does a Singapore visa take for Indians?
Generally 3 to 5 working days after submission, not counting weekends and public holidays.
Do I need a flight ticket to apply?
No. Booking flights before approval is at your own risk.
Where do I apply in Kolkata or other cities?
Use any agent on the High Commission’s authorised visa agent list (Annex A) in or near your city.
Official resources: Singapore High Commission in New Delhi: visa information; ICA: check if you need an entry visa; ICA: Visa-Free Transit Facility; ICA: SG Arrival Card.
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