World Country Guide

Note
(a) Women more than 24 weeks pregnant or more must obtain a letter from a doctor confirming that it is safe for them to travel and a Social Visit Pass For Expectant Mothers prior to arrival; apply at the High Commission or Embassy. (b) Severe penalties are imposed on those found in possession of narcotics; the death penalty is in force for those convicted of trafficking in heroin or morphine.

Passports
Passport valid for at least six months beyond date of departure required by all.

Visas
Required only by the following:
(a) nationals of China (PR), CIS, Hong Kong (SAR), India, Macau (SAR) and Myanmar (these are Level 1 countries);
(b) nationals of Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Somalia, Sudan, Syrian Arab Republic, Tunisia, United Arab Emirates (temporary passport only) and Yemen (these are Level 2 countries).

Note
1. All other nationals require a Social Visit Pass, which is issued on arrival, provided the traveller holds a valid passport, sufficient funds to cover stay in Singapore, confirmed onward/return tickets and entry documentation for further destinations. For nationals holding British and Irish passports, the maximum length of stay is 30 days, for other nationals, the maximum length of stay is 14 days. Visitors on a Social Visit Pass are not permitted to work in Singapore. Extentions of up to 90 days can be applied for at the time.

Types of visa and cost
Entry Visa, Social Visit (short- or long-term; S$20), Business Visit (£6.70), Student's Pass and Transit. For any extension of pass accumulating to a period of three months or more from the date of entry/issue and for every subsequent extension accumulating to three months or more, the cost is usually S$40. Payment by NETS or CashCard is preferable. Application packs with instructions and prevailing visa costs at the time of application are obtainable from the High Commission (see Contact Addresses section).

Validity
At the discretion of the ICA.

Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at High Commission or Embassy); see Contact Addresses section.

Application requirements
(a) Completed application form(s). (b) Two recent passport size photos. (c) Photocopies of valid passport. (d) Visa fee (payable by cash or postal order only. (e) Self-addressed, special delivery envelope if applicant wishes documents to be returned. (f) Letter of introduction form with signature of local sponsor (not required for Level 1 countries for ordinary visa applications only). Business: (a)-(f) and, (g) Printout of Singapore registered company's detailed business profile from ACRA. Social Visit: (a)-(f) and, (g) Local contact's Singapore identity card and photocopy. (h) Letter from the applicant's employer or unemployment booklet. Student Pass: (a)-(g) and (h) Applicant's birth certificate. (i) Applicant's highest education certificates. (j) Proof of financial means if applicant is from a country that always requires a visa.

Working days required
Up to four weeks. Four working days for nationals of India and Myanmar. However, it is still advisable to allow plenty of time. For those applying for student visas, allow two to six months.

Temporary residence
Apply to Consulate (or Consular section of High Commission or Embassy), who will forward application to the authorities in Singapore.