Planning a leisure trip or going for Singapore Grand Prix? Here are visa requirements for Indians
Whether your trip is for leisure, visiting family, or friends, a Singapore Tourist Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and is valid for two months
- Sep 17, 2025,
- Updated Sep 17, 2025 11:56 AM IST
F1 fans planning to catch the Singapore Grand Prix on October 5 need to plan ahead. Indian travellers require a Singapore Tourist Visa, which must be applied for in advance. Whether your trip is for leisure, visiting family, or friends, a Singapore Tourist Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and is valid for two months.
Indian passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling to Singapore.
Documents required:
-
Original passport valid for at least six months with a minimum of 2 blank pages, issued within the last 10 years.
-
Completed and signed Application Form 14A.
-
Three recent passport-size photographs (35 x 45 mm) with a white background.
-
Covering letter signed by the applicant; for self-employed/business travellers, use the company’s letterhead.
-
Personal bank statement for the last six months with stamp and signature.
-
Last six months’ salary slips.
-
Flight tickets and hotel vouchers.
-
Form V39A Letter of Introduction (LOI), if required.
Submission process:
Visa applications can be submitted through any authorised visa agent listed at Annex A. All documents must be complete for acceptance.
For business or social visits:
-
Form 14A signed by the applicant.
-
Passport with at least six months’ validity.
-
Two passport-sized colour photographs taken within the last three months.
-
Additional supporting documents, including Form V39A (LOI), may be requested on a case-by-case basis.
All documents in Hindi must be translated into English.
Processing time:
Visa processing typically takes 3 to 5 working days, excluding weekends and public holidays. Applicants are not required to purchase flight tickets before visa approval.
Photo guidelines:
-
Taken within the last 3 months, 35 x 45 mm, full face visible with upper shoulders.
-
Plain white background, in colour, with no shadows or reflections.
-
Headgear for religious or racial customs is allowed if facial features remain visible.
Advertisement -
Spectacle lenses must not glare or obscure the eyes.
Fees:
The visa processing fee is INR 1,900, non-refundable. Authorised agents may charge an additional service fee of INR 1,000.
Important notices:
-
Incomplete documents may lead to rejection or delays.
-
Visa approval does not guarantee entry; the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) determines entry at checkpoints.
-
The e-Pass issued digitally will indicate the granted stay period. Ensure a valid email address is provided on the SG Arrival Card.
Checking visa status:
-
Visit the ICA website at www.ica.gov.sg
-
Click on under .
-
Select or .
-
Enter your Visa Reference Number and Travel Document Number.
-
If approved, click to download a copy.
F1 fans planning to catch the Singapore Grand Prix on October 5 need to plan ahead. Indian travellers require a Singapore Tourist Visa, which must be applied for in advance. Whether your trip is for leisure, visiting family, or friends, a Singapore Tourist Visa allows a stay of up to 30 days and is valid for two months.
Indian passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling to Singapore.
Documents required:
-
Original passport valid for at least six months with a minimum of 2 blank pages, issued within the last 10 years.
-
Completed and signed Application Form 14A.
-
Three recent passport-size photographs (35 x 45 mm) with a white background.
-
Covering letter signed by the applicant; for self-employed/business travellers, use the company’s letterhead.
-
Personal bank statement for the last six months with stamp and signature.
-
Last six months’ salary slips.
-
Flight tickets and hotel vouchers.
-
Form V39A Letter of Introduction (LOI), if required.
Submission process:
Visa applications can be submitted through any authorised visa agent listed at Annex A. All documents must be complete for acceptance.
For business or social visits:
-
Form 14A signed by the applicant.
-
Passport with at least six months’ validity.
-
Two passport-sized colour photographs taken within the last three months.
-
Additional supporting documents, including Form V39A (LOI), may be requested on a case-by-case basis.
All documents in Hindi must be translated into English.
Processing time:
Visa processing typically takes 3 to 5 working days, excluding weekends and public holidays. Applicants are not required to purchase flight tickets before visa approval.
Photo guidelines:
-
Taken within the last 3 months, 35 x 45 mm, full face visible with upper shoulders.
-
Plain white background, in colour, with no shadows or reflections.
-
Headgear for religious or racial customs is allowed if facial features remain visible.
Advertisement -
Spectacle lenses must not glare or obscure the eyes.
Fees:
The visa processing fee is INR 1,900, non-refundable. Authorised agents may charge an additional service fee of INR 1,000.
Important notices:
-
Incomplete documents may lead to rejection or delays.
-
Visa approval does not guarantee entry; the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) determines entry at checkpoints.
-
The e-Pass issued digitally will indicate the granted stay period. Ensure a valid email address is provided on the SG Arrival Card.
Checking visa status:
-
Visit the ICA website at www.ica.gov.sg
-
Click on under .
-
Select or .
-
Enter your Visa Reference Number and Travel Document Number.
-
If approved, click to download a copy.