Singapore Visa Categories
Explore all available visa options for your Singapore journey
Understanding Singapore Visas
Visa Complexity & Categories
Singapore offers diverse visa categories designed to accommodate various purposes of visit, from leisure tourism to professional employment and long-term residence. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) maintains clear guidelines for each category, ensuring transparency and fairness in the visa application process.
Key Requirements Overview
Your nationality, purpose of visit, duration of stay, and qualifications determine which visa you should apply for. Each visa category has specific requirements, validity periods, and eligibility criteria. Our platform provides detailed information for each category to guide you through the decision-making process.
Processing & Eligibility
Most visitors from developed nations enjoy visa-free entry or visa-on-arrival facilities, while citizens from other countries require pre-arranged visas. Employment and specialized visas require sponsorship from employers or educational institutions. Understanding these distinctions helps you prepare better documentation.
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Click on any visa category below to learn more details including processing times, required documents, and specific eligibility requirements. Each category has its own dedicated page with comprehensive information to help you make the right choice.
All Visa Categories
Tourist Visa
Duration: 30 days
For leisure, vacation, and recreational visits to Singapore. Perfect for exploring our diverse attractions and culture.
Key Requirements:
- • Valid passport
- • Return ticket
Business Visa
Duration: 30-90 days
For business meetings, conferences, and commercial activities. Ideal for entrepreneurs and executives.
Key Requirements:
- • Business purpose letter
- • Company documentation
S Pass
Duration: 2 years
For mid-skilled workers in professional and technical roles such as technicians, accountants, and analysts.
Key Requirements:
- • Educational diploma
- • Job offer letter
Work Permit for Foreign Workers
Duration: 2 years
For semi-skilled workers in construction, manufacturing, marine, and services sectors.
Key Requirements:
- • Job offer letter
- • Medical examination
Work Permit for Performing Artiste
Duration: 6 months
For musicians, dancers, and entertainment performers in licensed establishments.
Key Requirements:
- • Entertainment License
- • Medical examination
Miscellaneous Work Pass
Duration: 60 days
For event organizers, religious workers, journalists, and reporters covering events.
Key Requirements:
- • Event outline
- • Organization registration
Training Employment Pass
Duration: 3 months
For student interns and corporate trainees undergoing professional training.
Key Requirements:
- • Training program details
- • Educational certificate
Work Holiday Pass
Duration: 6-12 months
For young professionals aged 18-30 to work, live, and travel in Singapore.
Key Requirements:
- • Educational certificate
- • Age requirement
Training Work Permit
Duration: 6 months
For semi-skilled workers and students undergoing practical training in Singapore.
Key Requirements:
- • Training plan
- • Student Pass copy
Transit Visa
Duration: 96 hours
For passengers transiting through Singapore with visa-free or visa facility eligibility.
Key Requirements:
- • Valid passport
- • Onward travel ticket
Long Term Visit Pass
Duration: 2 years
For extended stays with family or for approved personal and professional reasons.
Key Requirements:
- • Relationship proof
- • Income documentation
Short Term Visit Pass
Duration: 14-30 days
For tourism, social visits, and short-term stays in Singapore for leisure.
Key Requirements:
- • Valid passport
- • Accommodation proof
Dependant's Pass
Duration: 1-2 years
For family members and dependents of employment pass holders and professionals.
Key Requirements:
- • Relationship proof
- • Sponsor's pass copy
Student Pass
Duration: 1-4 years
For students pursuing full-time studies at recognized educational institutions in Singapore.
Key Requirements:
- • Admission letter
- • Proof of funds
Quick Comparison Guide
| Visa Type | Duration | Processing | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist Visa | 30 days | 5-14 days | For leisure, vacation, and recreational ... |
| Business Visa | 30-90 days | 5-14 days | For business meetings, conferences, and ... |
| S Pass | 2 years | 5-14 days | For mid-skilled workers in professional ... |
| Work Permit for Foreign Workers | 2 years | 5-14 days | For semi-skilled workers in construction... |
| Work Permit for Performing Artiste | 6 months | 5-14 days | For musicians, dancers, and entertainmen... |
| Miscellaneous Work Pass | 60 days | 5-14 days | For event organizers, religious workers,... |
| Training Employment Pass | 3 months | 5-14 days | For student interns and corporate traine... |
| Work Holiday Pass | 6-12 months | 5-14 days | For young professionals aged 18-30 to wo... |
| Training Work Permit | 6 months | 5-14 days | For semi-skilled workers and students un... |
| Transit Visa | 96 hours | 5-14 days | For passengers transiting through Singap... |
| Long Term Visit Pass | 2 years | 5-14 days | For extended stays with family or for ap... |
| Short Term Visit Pass | 14-30 days | 5-14 days | For tourism, social visits, and short-te... |
| Dependant's Pass | 1-2 years | 5-14 days | For family members and dependents of emp... |
| Student Pass | 1-4 years | 5-14 days | For students pursuing full-time studies ... |
Important Information
Visa Processing Times
Standard processing takes 5-14 working days. Express processing may be available for additional fees. SG Arrival Card is processed instantly.
Multiple Entry Visas
Most visa categories are single-entry. Business and tourist visas may be available in multiple-entry variants for frequent travelers.
Extension Possibilities
Many visa categories can be extended if you need to stay longer. Extensions must be applied for within the initial validity period.
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