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Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements

To enter Singapore, you need a passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the date of your intended stay. If you plan on regional travel beyond Singapore, make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the date you plan to enter other countries in the region. You do not need a visa for tourist or business visits up to 90 days.

Visit the Embassy of Singapore website for the most current visa information.

The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to Singapore. Foreign workers applying for an employment pass are required to undergo a medical screening for HIV/AIDS and a positive test will result in the rejection of a foreign worker’s application.

Find information on dual nationality , prevention of international child abduction and customs regulations on our websites.

COVID-19 Requirements: There are no COVID-related entry requirements for U.S. citizens.

Safety and Security

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, or imprisoned.  Individuals establishing a business or practicing a profession that requires additional permits or licensing should seek information from the competent local authorities, prior to practicing or operating a business.

In Singapore, you may be taken in for questioning if you don’t have your passport with you. Travelers should be aware of the following penalties for certain crimes in Singapore:

· Possible arrest for jaywalking, littering, or spitting

· Mandatory caning (a form of physical punishment) for certain vandalism offenses

· Possible imprisonment, caning, or fines for immigration violations

· Possible imprisonment, caning or fines for sex crimes or sexually inappropriate behavior. Lewd, unwanted behavior, including inappropriate comments, messages, or photography toward women who find it offensive may result in fines and imprisonment (“Insulting the modesty of woman”). If there is unwanted physical contact of any kind involved (“Outrage of modesty,” molestation), the laws are gender neutral and punishments generally more severe.

· Severe penalties for drug-related charges, including the death penalty or caning.

· Strict penalties for those who illegally possess or carry firearms, or who commit crimes with firearms

If you are suspected of consuming or possessing illegal drugs , police may:

· Conduct unannounced drug tests and property searches, including upon entry into Singapore

· Require you to provide a urine or blood sample on short notice

A positive finding or an unwillingness to participate can lead to:

· Denial of entry into Singapore

· Detention

· Confiscation of your passport while under investigation

Singaporean authorities may arrest and convict any permanent residents of Singapore even if they have consumed illegal drugs outside of Singapore.

Singapore does not recognize dual nationality beyond the age of 22, and it strictly enforces universal national service for all male citizens and permanent residents. To determine if you have a national service obligation, contact the Ministry of Defense.

Drunk and disorderly conduct can lead to a SG$1,000 fine or imprisonment. It is illegal to drink alcohol in a public place between 10:30 pm and 7:00 am. The areas of Geylang and Little India are designated as “Liquor Control Zones” where drinking in public places is prohibited all weekend, on public holidays, and on the eve of public holidays.

Public Demonstrations: Public demonstrations are legal only at Speakers’ Corner in Hong Lim Park. Most outdoor public assemblies require a police permit. Singapore forbids foreign nationals who do not have permanent resident status from participating in or observing permitted public demonstrations, assemblies, and processions at Speakers’ Corner. Penalties may be severe, including large fines and/or imprisonment.

Some laws are also prosecutable in the United States, regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Arrest Notification: If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify the U.S. Embassy immediately. See our webpage for further information.

Faith-Based Travelers: The Singapore Convention of Jehovah’s Witness and the Unification Church are banned by the Singapore government. All written materials published by the International Bible Students Association and the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, publishing arms of the Jehovah’s Witnesses, remain banned. Possible penalties include fines and imprisonment.

See our following webpages for additional details on faith-based traveling:

Faith-Based Travel Information

International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports

Human Rights Report – see country reports
Hajj Fact Sheet for Travelers
Best Practices for Volunteering Abroad

LGBTI Travelers: Singapore does not recognize same-sex unions. The Penal Code criminalizes any “act of gross indecency” between two men and prescribes a sentence not exceeding two years for those found guilty under this law. The Singaporean government has stated that it will not enforce this section of the Penal Code but it remains on the statute books. The government restricts foreigners from involvement in public events that champion LGBTI issues. LGBTI individuals may have difficulty gaining employment in certain sectors of the civil service. The Ministry of Manpower does not issue dependent passes (work permits) to partners in lesbian and gay relationships, even if legally married in another country.

See our LGBTI Travel Information page and section 6 of our Human Rights report for further details.

Travelers with Disabilities: The law in Singapore does not explicitly prohibit discrimination against persons with disabilities. Social acceptance of persons with disabilities in public is as prevalent as in the United States. The most common types of accessibility include accessible facilities, information, and access to services. Expect accessibility to be common in public transportation, lodging, communication/information, and general infrastructure.

Students: See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips .

Women Travelers: See our travel tips for Women Travelers .

Local Laws & Special Circumstances

Criminal Penalties: You are subject to local laws. If you violate local laws, even unknowingly, you may be expelled, arrested, imprisoned, or even caned.

Furthermore, some laws are also prosecutable in the U.S., regardless of local law. For examples, see our website on crimes against minors abroad and the Department of Justice website.

Possible arrest for jaywalking, littering, or spitting
Mandatory caning (a form of corporal punishment) for certain vandalism offenses
Possible imprisonment, caning, or fines for immigration violations
Possible imprisonment, caning or fines for sex crimes or sexually inappropriate behavior. Lewd, unwanted behavior, including inappropriate comments, messages, or photography toward women who find it offensive may result in fines and imprisonment (“Insulting the modesty of woman”). If there is unwanted physical contact of any kind involved (“Outrage of modesty”, molestation), the laws are gender neutral and punishments generally more severe.
Severe penalties for drug-related charges, including the death penalty or caning.
Strict penalties for those who illegally possess or carry firearms, or who commit crimes with firearms

Singaporean authorities may conduct unannounced drug tests and property searches, including upon entry into the country, on foreign citizens who are suspected of consuming or possessing illegal drugs. Police may require you to provide a urine or blood sample on short notice. A positive finding or an unwillingness to participate can lead to a denial of entry into Singapore, detention and/or confiscation of your passport while under an investigation. Singaporean authorities may arrest and convict any permanent residents of Singapore even if they have consumed illegal drugs outside of Singapore.

Singapore does not recognize dual nationality beyond the age of 22, and it strictly enforces universal national service for all male citizens and permanent residents. To determine if you will have a national service obligation, you should contact the Ministry of Defense .

Drunk and disorderly conduct is treated seriously, and can lead to a fine or imprisonment. As of April 1, 2015, it is illegal to drink alcohol in a public place between 10:30 pm and 7:00 am. The areas of Geylang and Little India are designated as “Liquor Control Zones” where drinking in public places is prohibited all weekend, on public holidays, and on the eve of public holidays. Under the Liquor Control Act, you could be fined up to SG$1,000 for consuming alcohol in a public place during prohibited hours.

Public Demonstrations: Public demonstrations are legal only at Speakers’ Corner in Hong Lim Park and most outdoor public assemblies require a police permit. Singapore amended its laws in April 2017 to forbid foreign nationals who are not permanent residents from observing permitted public demonstrations, assemblies, and processions at Speakers’ Corner. The law does not distinguish between participants and observers, so anyone at Speakers’ Corner could be considered part of an event. Penalties may be severe, including large fines and/or imprisonment.

Faith-Based Travelers: The Singapore Convention of Jehovah’s Witness and the Unification Church continue to be banned by the Singapore government. All written materials published by the International Bible Students Association and the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society, publishing arms of the Jehovah’s Witnesses, remained banned by the government.

See our following webpages for additional Faith-based traveling details:

International Religious Freedom Report – see country reports

LGBTI Travelers: Singapore does not recognize same-sex unions. The Penal Code criminalizes any “act of gross indecency” between two men and prescribes a sentence not exceeding two years for those found guilty under this law. The Singaporean government has stated that it will not enforce this section of the Penal Code but it remains on the statute books. The government issues permits for open air events that openly champion LGBTI issues on a limited basis but new regulations restrict foreign involvement. LGBTI individuals may have difficulty gaining employment in certain sectors of the civil service. The Ministry of Manpower does not issue dependent passes (work permits) to partners in lesbian and gay relationships, even if legally married in another country.

Travelers Who Require Accessibility Assistance: Singapore has established a comprehensive code of standards for barrier-free accessibility, including facilities for persons with physical disabilities, in all new buildings and has mandated the progressive upgrading of older structures. The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) is responsible for protecting the rights of persons with disabilities and implementing programs and services in the disability sector.

Students: See our Students Abroad page and FBI travel tips .

Good medical care is widely available in Singapore. Doctors and hospitals:

expect immediate, up-front payment for health services by credit card or cash
generally do not accept U.S. health insurance
may require a substantial deposit before admitting you for any major medical treatment.

U.S. Embassy Singapore maintains information on doctors and hospitals here . We do not endorse or recommend any specific medical provider or clinic.

In certain circumstances, the Ministry of Health may access patient medical records without the consent of the patient, and in certain circumstances physicians may be required to report information relating to the diagnosis or treatment without the patient's consent.

Employment pass holders are subject to medical exams and may be denied or deported on medical grounds, including for HIV infection.

For emergency services in Singapore, dial 955.

Ambulance services are widely available. We do not pay medical bills. Be aware that U.S. Medicare does not apply overseas. Most hospitals and doctors overseas do not accept U.S. health insurance.

Medical Insurance: Make sure your health insurance plan provides coverage overseas. Most care providers overseas only accept cash payments. See our webpage for more information on insurance coverage.

Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for more information on type of insurance you should consider before you travel overseas. We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation.

Always carry your prescription medication in original packaging, along with your doctor’s prescription. Check with Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority to ensure the medication is legal in Singapore.

Vaccinations: Be up-to-date on all vaccinations recommended by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Further health information:

World Health Organization
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

Air Quality: Visit AirNow Department of State for information on air quality at U.S. Embassies and Consulates.

Health facilities in general:

Adequate health facilities are available throughout the country.
Hospitals and doctors may require payment “up front” prior to service or admission.
Private hospitals usually require advance payment or proof of adequate insurance before admitting a patient.

Medical Tourism and Elective Surgery:

Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for information on Medical Tourism, the risks of medical tourism, and what you can do to prepare before traveling to Singapore.
We strongly recommend supplemental insurance to cover medical evacuation in the event of unforeseen medical complications.

Pharmaceuticals:

Exercise caution when purchasing medication overseas. Pharmaceuticals, both over the counter and requiring prescription in the United States, are often readily available for purchase with little controls. Counterfeit medication is common and may prove to be ineffective, the wrong strength, or contain dangerous ingredients. Medication should be purchased in consultation with a medical professional and from reputable establishments.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration are responsible for rules governing the transport of medication back to the United States. Medication purchased abroad must meet their requirements to be legally brought back into the United States. Medication should be for personal use and must be approved for usage in the United States. Please visit the U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Food and Drug Administration websites for more information.

Assisted Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy:

If you are considering traveling to Singapore to have a child through use of assisted reproductive technology (ART) or surrogacy, please see our ART and Surrogacy Abroad page .
Surrogacy is illegal for foreigners in Singapore, subject to complex local regulation. For additional information, visit the Government of Singapore’s website for information on foreigner surrogacy.

Adventure Travel:

Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about Adventure Travel .

General Health:

The following diseases are prevalent:

Chikungunya

Use the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended mosquito repellents and sleep under insecticide-impregnated mosquito nets. Chemoprophylaxis is recommended for all travelers even for short stays.

Visit the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website for more information about Resources for Travelers regarding specific issues in Singapore.

Mosquito-borne diseases: Dengue is active in Singapore and can be monitored at the Singapore National Environmental Agency . In addition, most neighboring countries are Zika endemic.

Haze: Air pollution from forest fires in neighboring countries occurs intermittently, usually between July and October. Singapore’s National Environmental Agency’s Haze provides public updates on conditions.

Travel and Transportation

Road Conditions and Safety: Singapore has a highly developed, well-maintained road and highway network. Be aware of motorcyclists, who often ignore lane markings.

The Automobile Association (AA) of Singapore provides roadside assistance, and the Land Transport Authority has rescue vehicles on the road at all hours. In addition, closed circuit cameras monitor all major roads.

Traffic Laws: Driving is done on the left-hand side of the road. Laws involving traffic rules, vehicle registration, and liability in case of accident are strictly enforced and violations may result in criminal penalties.

Public Transportation: Public transportation and taxis are abundant, inexpensive, and reliable. Bus stops and trains have panels indicating all routes and stops.

See our Road Safety page for more information. Visit the website of Singapore’s national tourist office and national authority responsible for road safety .

Aviation Safety Oversight: The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the Government of Singapore’s Civil Aviation Authority as being in compliance with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Singapore’s air carrier operations. Further information may be found on the FAA safety assessment page .

Maritime Travel: Mariners planning travel to Singapore should check for U.S. maritime advisories and alerts . Information may also be posted via to the U.S. Coast Guard homeport website and the NGA broadcast warnings .

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Review information about International Parental Child Abduction in Singapore . For additional IPCA-related information, please see the International Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act ( ICAPRA ) report.

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Singapore Visa and Passport Requirements

To enter Singapore, a passport valid for at least six months beyond the date of departure is required by nationals referred to in the chart above.

Visas for Singapore are not required by nationals referred to in the table above, if they are visiting for social/tourism reasons; instead a visit pass is issued on arrival and is usually valid for up to a month.

Nationals not referred to in the chart are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements for Singapore.

Types and Cost

Entry visa (for those who do require a visa): £15.

Visa validity varies by nationality.

If a transit visa is required, it will be issued on arrival and have a validity of 96 hours. This allows passengers to leave the airport; bus tours of the city are available for passengers with sufficient stopover time.

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Consulate (or consular section of embassy/high commission). In certain countries applications may be submitted online ( www.ica.gov.sg ).

Temporary residence

A long-term visit pass can be issued for the purpose of visiting family, seeking employment or accompanying a child studying in Singapore. There are long lists of requirements available on the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority website ( www.ica.gov.sg ).

Working days

Visa processing time varies by country, with two tiers: one takes an average of three working days, the other an average of two weeks.

Sufficient Funds

Sufficient funds are required either for a visa or visit pass, although ‘sufficient’ is not explicitly defined.

Entry Documents

Yellow fever certificates are needed if you are coming from an infected area.

Extension of stay

You can apply online for extensions to the visit pass up to 89 days beyond your date of entry ( www.ica.gov.sg ). You must have at least three working days remaining on your current visit pass when you apply. Extensions to visas depend on nationality.

Embassies and tourist offices

Embassy of the republic of singapore in the usa.

Mon-Fri 0900-1300 and 1400-1730.

High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in the UK

Mon-Fri 0900–1300 and 1400-1700; 0930-1230 (visa section).

British High Commission in Singapore

Mon-Fri 0830-1700; Mon-Fri 09-1100 (consular services, by appointment only).

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Entry requirements

This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of the current rules for the most common types of travel.

The authorities in Singapore set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Singapore High Commission in the UK .

COVID-19 rules

There are no COVID-19 testing or vaccination requirements for travellers entering Singapore.

Passport validity requirements

To enter Singapore, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ 6 months after the date you arrive.

Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.

You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.

If you are resident in Singapore, there is no minimum passport validity required. Apply for a renewal before your passport expires.

Dual nationality

Singapore does not recognise dual nationality beyond the age of 21. A citizen of Singapore is required by Singapore law to renounce any other nationalities before the age of 22 in order to retain their Singaporean citizenship.

Visa requirements

You can visit Singapore without a visa for tourism or business. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority decides who can enter Singapore and how long they can stay. The period of stay permitted is at the discretion of the immigration officer. It is normally between 14 and 30 days for British citizens.

Penalties for overstaying

Penalties for overstaying the time allowed include fines, imprisonment, caning and deportation depending on how long you have overstayed. When you leave Singapore, officials can take your fingerprints if they suspect you are involved in any crime.

Checks at border control

You must complete an electronic SG Arrival Card in the 3 days before you arrive in Singapore. This online form asks for travel details and a health declaration. It is illegal to submit a false declaration. Biometric information is also recorded and scanned when you enter and depart Singapore (iris, face and fingerprints).

Screening for drugs

You can be screened for drugs in your system on arrival in Singapore, including if you’re in transit. You can be charged with drug consumption even if the drugs were taken in another country, including countries where the use of that particular drug is legal.

You could be detained without trial and, if convicted, you could be imprisoned, caned or executed .

Ship’s crew

There are different entry requirements if you are crew working on ships, small vessels, or pleasure crafts arriving at one of Singapore’s ports or marinas.

Vaccine requirements

To enter Singapore, you must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination if you’re coming from a country listed as a transmission risk . If you arrive from one of these countries without a certificate, the authorities may put you in mandatory quarantine or refuse you entry to Singapore.

For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Singapore guide .

Accommodation

There are strict laws that prevent accommodation being used for short-term rental, including for tourists.

Customs rules

There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Singapore. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.

It’s illegal to import controlled drugs . If convicted, you could be imprisoned, caned or executed .

The following items are also illegal to bring into Singapore:

vaporisers and e-cigarettes
tobacco products that are chewed or injected
chewing gum to sell
weapons and ammunition (including empty cartridge cases and air guns)
replica guns, including lighters shaped like a pistol or revolver
radio communications equipment

See the complete list of prohibited items on the Singapore Customs website.

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Visas and immigration requirements

Each passenger must hold a valid passport (and visa(s), if required) to be allowed entry into each destination on the flight itinerary. We cannot be held responsible if a passenger is denied entry and/or deported by any local authority.

To find out the regulations applicable to your journey, use the visa and immigration information application here for the most up-to-date information.

If you require a visa* or are eligible for an electronic visa, you can apply through our partner, VisaCentral. Please note that VisaCentral service fees are applicable per application and exclusive of GST, Consular fees and third party fees.

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Verification requirements

Identity screening is required upon arrival at these countries:

Verification requirements for Canada

If you’re travelling to, from or within Canada, you’re required to carry proper identification for yourself and any children travelling with you. This will assist in confirming your legal right or authorisation to enter Canada.

More information from the Canada Border Services Agency

Verification requirements for the USA

The Secure Flight Program was developed by the United States (U.S.) Transportation Security Administration (TSA) with the purpose of enhancing the security of domestic and international commercial air travel.

If you’re travelling to, from or within the USA, the Secure Flight mandate requires you to provide the following information to the airline at least 72 hours before your flight:

Full name (as in your government-issued photo identification, such as a passport)
Date of birth
Redress Number or Known Traveller Number, where applicable

United States (US) Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS) Final Rule

If you’re travelling to or from the USA, the US APIS Final Rule requires you to provide the following information to the airline before you arrive in or depart from the USA:

Full name (as in your passport)
Passport and alien registration number, where applicable
Passport country of issue
Passport expiry date
Nationality
Country of residence
Address in the USA (for non-US citizens who will be staying in the US for 8 hours or more)

You can provide these details online when you make a booking, or at the airport when you check in by printing and completing this form.

More information on US Customs and Border Protection

The US APIS Final Rule mandates that inbound commercial air and sea carriers electronically submit passenger data prior to arrival in the US, as well as prior to departure from the US. The rule is the first consolidation of regulations from the former Immigration and Naturalization Service and Customs Service, now part of US Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The publication of this regulation expands the mandate to include inbound and outbound APIS data from commercial air and sea carriers.

APIS data continues to serve as an enforcement tool to identify suspect or high-risk passengers, while facilitating the travel of law-abiding passengers - a majority of the passengers - through the entry and clearance process.

Regulations for disinsection

Some countries require the passenger cabins of all aircraft to be treated with insecticides prior to arrival.

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Travelling to Bali

From 14 February 2024, international tourists travelling to Bali are required to pay a one-time levy before their arrival, unless exempted.

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Travelling to New Zealand

From 1 October 2019, all visitors to New Zealand must possess either a valid Visa (for passport holders from non-visa waiver countries) or a NZeTA (for passport holders from visa waiver countries and Australian Permanent Residents).

Approval for the NZeTA may take up to 72 hours.

Travelling to Thailand

Currently, visitors to Thailand from 19 countries must obtain a visa on arrival.

Travelling to Vietnam

Visitors who are nationals of countries with visa waiver arrangements (specifically South Korea, Japan, Russia, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Norway, UK (does not apply for British National Overseas) , Italy, Germany, Spain, Belarus and France), are required to apply for a visa if they are returning to Vietnam within 30 days from their last visa-free visit.

Travelling to UK

Short-term students (studying up to 6 months) from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Japan, the USA, Singapore and South Korea need to see a Border Force officer at passport control to get a short-term student stamp in their passport.

Travelling to US

Currently, 36 countries are participating in the Visa Waiver Program.

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Singapore is open to all travellers without quarantine or testing requirements, regardless of their COVID-19 vaccination status.

Travellers seeking to enter Singapore should comply with the prevailing Public Health as well as Entry Requirements listed below to ensure a smooth journey.

To avoid tests and quarantine, travellers must fulfil the public health requirements below. Travellers who cannot meet the public health requirements and refuse any test(s) and/or quarantine may be turned away from Singapore.

1) Yellow Fever Requirements:

Produce an International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever, if you have visited any country at risk of Yellow Fever transmission in the past six (6) days before arrival in Singapore.

Travellers must serve quarantine for up to six (6) days on arrival if they cannot meet the requirement. Quarantine also applies to those who are ineligible to receive the vaccination e.g., children aged one year and below and individuals with contraindications.

2) General Entry Requirements

2a) Immigration Requirements

To enter Singapore, travellers must meet the following immigration requirements:

Short Term Visitors

Singapore entry restrictions

Short term passengers who have been vaccinated do not need to apply for an "Air Travel Pass” (ATP) to enter Singapore. Passengers who have not completed COVID-19 vaccination are not allowed to enter the country temporarily.

Short-term passengers with special/humanitarian needs or Singaporean citizens/permanent residents and their relatives, or passengers who are not suitable for vaccination due to medical reasons, can apply for entry conditionally. However, for those tourists, they need to hold travel insurance with a minimum coverage of 30000 Singapore dollars (SGD) when entering the country. And they need to cover medical and hospitalization expenses related to COVID-19; While they will be quarantined at home for 7 days and conducted PCR testing after the quarantine period.

- Complete at least two doses of designated vaccines two weeks before departure

- The designated vaccines are included in the emergency use list by the World Health Organization (WHO)

Fully vaccinated and non-fully vaccinated children aged 12 and below by year of birth will be allowed to enter Singapore

- Obtain proof of vaccination

- Secure tickets for any flight to Singapore

- 3 days before departure: Submit SG Arrival Card and e-health declaration via the official and free e-service on the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website

From 29 August, non-fully vaccinated visitors will no longer be required to undergo a 7-day Stay Home Notice (SHN) upon arrival or take an exit SHN Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test.

1. Fill in the Singapore electronic entry card online within 72 hours before boarding.

2. Passengers need to complete WHO-approved vaccination and provide an electronic vaccine certificate

3. Non-vaccinated passengers must have negative PCR test results 48 hours before departure

4. Install the TraceTogether application on your phone

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SINGAPORE: With borders reopened and more people planning to travel, passport applications have surged.

Photos of snaking queues outside the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Building have surfaced on social media, alongside comments of people waiting for hours to collect their passports.

People queuing to check on the status of their application or requesting to expedite passport application of collection have also exacerbated the situation, said ICA.

The processing time as for May 11 for the renewal of Singaporean passports is at least six weeks , up from four weeks in early April.

More than 5,000 passports are currently issued daily, almost three times the number prior to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, said ICA on Jun 11.

From Jun 13, ICA will only accept walk-ins from passport applicants who have been notified to collect their passport, submit supporting documents, or re-submit photographs.

Appeals by those who need to travel urgently can only be made online .

If you are planning an overseas trip and your passport is expiring soon, here are some tips to ensure the renewal goes smoothly.

Q: When should I renew my passport?

You do not have to renew your passport if you are currently in Singapore and have no plans to travel for the next six months, said ICA.

"The Singapore passport is not a mandatory identity document and there is no penalty for not renewing passports which have expired," said the authority.

Singaporeans travelling overseas need to make sure their passport is valid for at least six months before departure.

According to ICA, you should apply for a passport online if it is your first time applying for one, your passport is running out of pages, if it has expired or is expiring in nine months or less.

Q: What do I need to renew my passport?

A passport-sized, digital, colour photo taken within the last three months is required for your passport application.

The photo must meet ICA's passport photo requirements, which are based on specifications by the International Standards Organisation (ISO) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO).

Printed photos must be on a matte or semi-matte finish.

For photos uploaded via e-Services for online applications, the recommended dimension is 400 pixels by 514 pixels. They should be uploaded in jpg, jpeg or png format and have a file size of no more than 2MB, said ICA.

If you are taking a photo using your mobile phone, ICA recommends that you download and use mobile apps that are specifically designed to take photos for passport applications.

"These apps usually come with features that will help you take photographs in the required dimensions," said the authority on its website.

Some of these apps can be found on the Android Play Store or Apple App Store by searching "Singapore Passport", "Singapore IC" and "Photo".

"The photograph will be accepted if it complies with our photo guidelines," said ICA.

Selfie photos are also not recommended as the "result is usually not ideal" and will delay your application. ICA recommends that people applying for their passports should get someone to help take their photos.

Passport applications, with a S$70 fee, can be done online using ICA's e-service. You can also do it by post or by dropping the completed application form in the deposit box outside the ICA building.

Q: What are the photo requirements?

Under ICA's photo guidelines, photos must be taken with even brightness, with no shadows cast over your face.

It should be clear, in sharp focus and not pixelated. It should also not be flipped or distorted.

The photo background must be white, and your headgear or attire must be dark coloured against the background.

Your facial expression in the photos should be neutral, with your mouth closed. Your shoulders, hair and eyes must be fully visible.

Non-coloured contacts should be worn and spectacles must have clear lenses where the eyes are clearly visible. You should also ensure there is no red-eye in your photos.

Your eyes must be looking at the camera in your photos, with your facial features taken in full frontal view.

The photo should also not be altered or enhanced in any way, which includes the modification of facial features.

To avoid delays in processing your passport application, you should ensure your photo submitted meets the requirements, said ICA.

If not, you will have to resubmit a new photo and your application may be delayed, ICA said in response to CNA's queries. The authority will notify applicants via post or email if their photos are rejected.

Q: How long is the renewal process?

At the moment, you can expect a processing time of at least six weeks, due to overwhelming passport applications.

After submitting your application, you can check the status of your application via the MyICA mobile app or on the ICA website.

ICA said it could take even longer if there is a greater surge in the number of applications or if there are issues with the application, such as the photo submitted does not meet the requirements.

The processing time will also be longer if ICA requires additional information or clarification from the applicant.

Previously, Singaporeans who needed to travel urgently were allowed to produce supporting documents in person at the ICA Building for assessment on a case-by-case basis.

Processing time for passports now at least 6 weeks as ICA continues to deal with 'overwhelming' demand

'I have a backache now': People wait for hours to collect passports at ICA building

Q: when and where can i collect my passport.

You should collect your passport within three months of it being ready for collection. To do so, make an appointment online .

You are allowed to change or withdraw your appointment if you are unable to make it in time. ICA only allows a maximum of six changes to your appointment.

Your passport can be collected at post offices or at Level 2 of the ICA building.

ICA is encouraging people to collect their passports at post offices, instead of at the ICA building, as there are still many appointment slots available at post offices.

No additional collection fee is required and the post offices may offer wider operating hours, including weekends.

When collecting your passport, you will need to bring your digital or physical identification card (IC) and your current passport.

For applicants below 16 years old, they must come with the parent who submitted the application. They should bring the child's original birth certificate, current passport and the parent's digital or physical IC.

Passports not collected after three months will be cancelled and no refund of the passport fee will be given.

Q: What are some common mistakes?

ICA said many cases where applications take a longer processing time involve photos not meeting its requirements.

As the requirements are based on international specifications, ICA needs to ensure that Singapore passports comply with these specifications, so that they would be accepted by immigration authorities overseas.

Common problems with submitted photos include those with non-white backgrounds, flipped or laterally inverted images, or people using photos that are not current.

Additionally, photos with uneven backgrounds or shadows on the applicant's face, or reflection or glare on the applicant's spectacles may also be rejected.

These can create inconsistent patches on the facial image when it is laser engraved on the passport, said ICA.

"These issues, if left unchecked, may result in Singaporeans facing delays or even refusal of entry at immigration clearance overseas," the authority added.

This article was updated on Jun 13 to reflect the latest information from ICA.

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COVID-19: travel health notice for all travellers

Singapore travel advice

Latest updates: The Need help? section was updated.

Last updated: August 15, 2024 13:26 ET

pay careful attention when other people are handling your cards
use ATMs located in well-lit public areas or inside a bank or business
avoid using card readers with an irregular or unusual feature
cover the keypad with one hand when entering your PIN
check for any unauthorized transactions on your account statements
shop only at reputable establishments where prices are listed
check prices before buying goods because some retailers charge foreigners exorbitant prices

Overseas fraud

Property rental scams

Scams involving property rental occur. The scams may include online advertising of properties that are not available for rent or that don’t exist.

You should :

book your rental through a reputable service
visit the accommodation and meet the landlord before agreeing to pay any money

Information about known local scams - Singapore’s National Crime Prevention Council

There is a threat of terrorism. Terrorist attacks could occur at any time, and targets could include:

government buildings, including schools
places of worship
airports and other transportation hubs and networks
public areas such as tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, shopping centres, markets, hotels and other sites frequented by foreigners

Singaporean security agencies are on high vigilance.

Expect enhanced security measures and border checks
Always be aware of your surroundings when in public places

Demonstrations

All demonstrations and gatherings require a permit. Unauthorized demonstrations, even those involving one person, are illegal. The police can arrest, without warrant, any person involved in or suspected of disrupting the public order.

As a foreigner, you may require special permission to attend any demonstrations, even as an observer.

Avoid areas where demonstrations, political or large gatherings are taking place, such as Speakers’ Corner in Hong Lim Park
Follow the instructions of local authorities
Monitor local media for information on ongoing demonstrations

Mass gatherings (large-scale events)

Road safety

Road conditions and road safety are very good throughout the country.

Frequent showers may pose a road hazard.

Vehicles don’t usually yield to pedestrians. Exercise caution when walking on or crossing streets.

Pirate attacks and armed robberies occur against ships in and around:

Singapore Strait
Strait of Malacca
between Indonesia’s Riau Islands and Singapore

Mariners should take appropriate precautions.

Live piracy report - International Maritime Bureau

We do not make assessments on the compliance of foreign domestic airlines with international safety standards.

Information about foreign domestic airlines

Every country or territory decides who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.

We have obtained the information on this page from the Singaporean authorities. It can, however, change at any time.

Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada .

Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you use for travel.

Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country’s entry rules.

Regular Canadian passport

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you enter Singapore. This also applies to passengers in transit.

Passport for official travel

Different entry rules may apply.

Official travel

Passport with “X” gender identifier

While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, check with the closest foreign representative for your destination.

Useful links

Foreign Representatives in Canada
Canadian passports

Tourist visa: not required for stays of up to 30 days Business visa: not required for stays of up to 30 days Student visa: required

The Ministry of Manpower allows work pass exemptions for certain activities. If you qualify for an exemption, you must notify local authorities through their e-notification system.

The Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority may also approve, under certain circumstances, an extension of the 30-day stay period.

Visa extensions - Immigration and Checkpoints Authority of Singapore
Work pass exemptions - Ministry of Manpower of Singapore
Entry security requirements - Singaporean Immigration and checkpoints authority

Other entry requirements

Customs officials may ask you to show them a return or onward ticket and proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.

Fingerprints

Immigration officials will fingerprint all visitors upon arrival and departure.

Health entry requirements

Canadians planning to study, work or reside in Singapore for longer than 6 months must undergo a complete medical examination that includes a chest X-ray and a test for HIV. Issuance of an employment pass, long-term immigration pass or permanent residence is subject to the outcome of the medical report.

All testing must be completed in Singapore.

Children and travel

Learn more about travelling with children .

Yellow fever

Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).

Relevant Travel Health Notices

Global Measles Notice - 13 March, 2024
Zika virus: Advice for travellers - 31 August, 2023
COVID-19 and International Travel - 13 March, 2024

This section contains information on possible health risks and restrictions regularly found or ongoing in the destination. Follow this advice to lower your risk of becoming ill while travelling. Not all risks are listed below.

Consult a health care professional or visit a travel health clinic preferably 6 weeks before you travel to get personalized health advice and recommendations.

Routine vaccines

Be sure that your routine vaccinations , as per your province or territory , are up-to-date before travelling, regardless of your destination.

Some of these vaccinations include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, varicella (chickenpox), influenza and others.

Pre-travel vaccines and medications

You may be at risk for preventable diseases while travelling in this destination. Talk to a travel health professional about which medications or vaccines may be right for you, based on your destination and itinerary.

Yellow fever is a disease caused by a flavivirus from the bite of an infected mosquito.

Travellers get vaccinated either because it is required to enter a country or because it is recommended for their protection.

There is no risk of yellow fever in this country.

Country Entry Requirement*

Proof of vaccination is required if you are coming from or have transited through an airport of a country where yellow fever occurs.

Recommendation

Vaccination is not recommended.
Discuss travel plans, activities, and destinations with a health care professional.
Contact a designated Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre well in advance of your trip to arrange for vaccination.

About Yellow Fever

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centres in Canada * It is important to note that country entry requirements may not reflect your risk of yellow fever at your destination. It is recommended that you contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the destination(s) you will be visiting to verify any additional entry requirements.

There is a risk of hepatitis A in this destination. It is a disease of the liver. People can get hepatitis A if they ingest contaminated food or water, eat foods prepared by an infectious person, or if they have close physical contact (such as oral-anal sex) with an infectious person, although casual contact among people does not spread the virus.

Practise safe food and water precautions and wash your hands often. Vaccination is recommended for all travellers to areas where hepatitis A is present.

Measles is a highly contagious viral disease. It can spread quickly from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

Anyone who is not protected against measles is at risk of being infected with it when travelling internationally.

Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are fully protected against measles.

Japanese encephalitis is a viral infection that can cause swelling of the brain. It is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Risk is very low for most travellers. Travellers at relatively higher risk may want to consider vaccination for JE prior to travelling.

Travellers are at higher risk if they will be:

travelling long term (e.g. more than 30 days)
making multiple trips to endemic areas
staying for extended periods in rural areas
visiting an area suffering a JE outbreak
engaging in activities involving high contact with mosquitos (e.g., entomologists)

Hepatitis B is a risk in every destination. It is a viral liver disease that is easily transmitted from one person to another through exposure to blood and body fluids containing the hepatitis B virus. Travellers who may be exposed to blood or other bodily fluids (e.g., through sexual contact, medical treatment, sharing needles, tattooing, acupuncture or occupational exposure) are at higher risk of getting hepatitis B.

Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for all travellers. Prevent hepatitis B infection by practicing safe sex, only using new and sterile drug equipment, and only getting tattoos and piercings in settings that follow public health regulations and standards.

The best way to protect yourself from seasonal influenza (flu) is to get vaccinated every year. Get the flu shot at least 2 weeks before travelling.

The flu occurs worldwide.

In the Northern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs from November to April.
In the Southern Hemisphere, the flu season usually runs between April and October.
In the tropics, there is flu activity year round.

The flu vaccine available in one hemisphere may only offer partial protection against the flu in the other hemisphere.

The flu virus spreads from person to person when they cough or sneeze or by touching objects and surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus. Clean your hands often and wear a mask if you have a fever or respiratory symptoms.

In this destination, rabies may be present in some wildlife species, including bats. Rabies is a deadly disease that spreads to humans primarily through bites or scratches from an infected animal.

If you are bitten or scratched by an animal while travelling, immediately wash the wound with soap and clean water and see a health care professional.

Before travel, discuss rabies vaccination with a health care professional. It may be recommended for travellers who will be working directly with wildlife.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious viral disease. It can spread from person to person by direct contact and through droplets in the air.

It is recommended that all eligible travellers complete a COVID-19 vaccine series along with any additional recommended doses in Canada before travelling. Evidence shows that vaccines are very effective at preventing severe illness, hospitalization and death from COVID-19. While vaccination provides better protection against serious illness, you may still be at risk of infection from the virus that causes COVID-19. Anyone who has not completed a vaccine series is at increased risk of being infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 and is at greater risk for severe disease when travelling internationally.

Before travelling, verify your destination’s COVID-19 vaccination entry/exit requirements. Regardless of where you are going, talk to a health care professional before travelling to make sure you are adequately protected against COVID-19.

Safe food and water precautions

Many illnesses can be caused by eating food or drinking beverages contaminated by bacteria, parasites, toxins, or viruses, or by swimming or bathing in contaminated water.

Learn more about food and water precautions to take to avoid getting sick by visiting our eat and drink safely abroad page. Remember: Boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it!
Avoid getting water into your eyes, mouth or nose when swimming or participating in activities in freshwater (streams, canals, lakes), particularly after flooding or heavy rain. Water may look clean but could still be polluted or contaminated.
Avoid inhaling or swallowing water while bathing, showering, or swimming in pools or hot tubs.

Typhoid is a bacterial infection spread by contaminated food or water. Risk is higher among children, travellers going to rural areas, travellers visiting friends and relatives or those travelling for a long period of time.

Travellers visiting regions with a risk of typhoid, especially those exposed to places with poor sanitation, should speak to a health care professional about vaccination.

Insect bite prevention

Many diseases are spread by the bites of infected insects such as mosquitoes, ticks, fleas or flies. When travelling to areas where infected insects may be present:

Use insect repellent (bug spray) on exposed skin
Cover up with light-coloured, loose clothes made of tightly woven materials such as nylon or polyester
Minimize exposure to insects
Use mosquito netting when sleeping outdoors or in buildings that are not fully enclosed

To learn more about how you can reduce your risk of infection and disease caused by bites, both at home and abroad, visit our insect bite prevention page.

Find out what types of insects are present where you’re travelling, when they’re most active, and the symptoms of the diseases they spread.

There is a risk of chikungunya in this country. The level of risk may vary by:

The virus that causes chikungunya is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. It can cause fever and pain in the joints. In some cases, the joint pain can be severe and last for months or years.

Protect yourself from mosquito bites at all times.

Learn more:

Insect bite and pest prevention Chikungunya

In this country, risk of dengue is sporadic. It is a viral disease spread to humans by mosquito bites.
Dengue can cause flu-like symptoms. In some cases, it can lead to severe dengue, which can be fatal.
The level of risk of dengue changes seasonally, and varies from year to year. The level of risk also varies between regions in a country and can depend on the elevation in the region.
Mosquitoes carrying dengue typically bite during the daytime, particularly around sunrise and sunset.
Protect yourself from mosquito bites . There is no vaccine or medication that protects against dengue fever.

Animal precautions

Some infections, such as rabies and influenza, can be shared between humans and animals. Certain types of activities may increase your chance of contact with animals, such as travelling in rural or forested areas, camping, hiking, and visiting wet markets (places where live animals are slaughtered and sold) or caves.

Travellers are cautioned to avoid contact with animals, including dogs, livestock (pigs, cows), monkeys, snakes, rodents, birds, and bats, and to avoid eating undercooked wild game.

Closely supervise children, as they are more likely to come in contact with animals.

Person-to-person infections

Stay home if you’re sick and practise proper cough and sneeze etiquette , which includes coughing or sneezing into a tissue or the bend of your arm, not your hand. Reduce your risk of colds, the flu and other illnesses by:

washing your hands often
avoiding or limiting the amount of time spent in closed spaces, crowded places, or at large-scale events (concerts, sporting events, rallies)
avoiding close physical contact with people who may be showing symptoms of illness

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) , HIV , and mpox are spread through blood and bodily fluids; use condoms, practise safe sex, and limit your number of sexual partners. Check with your local public health authority pre-travel to determine your eligibility for mpox vaccine.

Medical services and facilities

Health care is excellent.

Medical services are costly, and payment is required up front.

Medical evacuation can be very expensive and you may need it in case of serious illness or injury.

Make sure you get travel insurance that includes coverage for medical evacuation and hospital stays.

Health and safety outside Canada

Medications

Certain prescription and over-the-counter medications, legally available in Canada, may be classified as controlled substances in Singapore.

Consult Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority to determine if you must obtain permission to import some personal medications.

Bringing personal medication into Singapore - Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority

You must abide by local laws.

Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad .

Identification

Local police may ask to see your passport and visa at any time. They could detain you while they verify your identification documents.

Carry adequate identification at all times
Always cooperate with local authorities
Keep a photocopy or digital copy of your passport in a safe place, in case of loss or seizure

Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences, heavy fines or the death penalty.

Custom officers can subject travellers to a drug screening test at the point of entry to Singapore. If you test positive for drugs, you can be arrested and prosecuted, even if the drugs were consumed prior to your arrival in the country.

Consuming alcohol in public places between 10:30 p.m. and 7 a.m. is illegal.

In Liquor Control Zones, the alcohol ban is extended to all day on weekends. Local authorities may impose additional restrictions in these zones.

If you don't comply, you could face heavy fines and jail time.

Drugs, alcohol and travel

Map of liquor control zones – Government of Singapore

The legal age for smoking is 21 years old.

Smoking is prohibited in many public spaces, such as:

parks and gardens
the ABC Water Sites and Reservoir Parks
certain public beaches

If you're caught smoking in prohibited places could face heavy fines.

Overview of Smoking Prohibition – Singapore's National Environment Agency

Other illegal or restricted activities

Singapore has strict laws and penalties against a variety of actions that may not be illegal or may be considered minor offences in Canada. This includes:

littering or spitting
importing, selling, or chewing gum
eating and drinking on the mass rapid transit system
inappropriate masculine behaviour
using foul language
inappropriate displays of affection or molestation
shoplifting

Convicted offenders may expect:

corporal punishment, generally in the form of caning
imprisonment
a combination thereof

Restricted items

Local authorities enforce strict regulations on the import and export of items, such as:

e-cigarettes, vaporisers and their refills
certain religious material
pornographic material
CDs and DVDs

All luggage is X-rayed at ports of entry, and checked luggage may be inspected for regulated items.

You may be detained if you carry any of these items without permission.

Religious activities

Jehovah's Witness meetings, including private meetings, are illegal. Possession of a Jehovah's Witness bible or any related publication is also illegal.

The Unification Church is affected by similar laws.

In 2025, the lunar month of Ramadan is expected to begin on or around February 28.

In public, between sunrise and sunset, be discreet when:

2SLGBTQI+ persons

Singapore laws prohibit displays of affection and sexual acts between males. Those convicted can face imprisonment.

2SLGBTQI+ persons could also be discriminated against or detained based on their sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or sex characteristics.

2SLGBTQI+ persons should carefully consider the risks of travelling to Singapore.

Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics

Common-law relationships

Common-law relationships are not recognized. If you are in a common-law relationship, you may have to provide proof to support the claim of your union by common-law to local authorities.

You may draft your own statutory declaration to proclaim your common-law relationship with another individual and request to notarize your declaration at the High Commission of Canada in Singapore. However, the High Commission cannot “certify” or “validate” your common-law relationship.

Traffic drives on the left. You must carry an international driving permit.

If you reside in Singapore for more than 12 months, you must convert your valid Canadian driving licence to a Singapore Driving Licence.

Traffic regulations are strictly enforced.

Drinking and driving is a serious offence. Sentences can be up to 10 years in prison.

More about the International Driving Permit
Converting a foreign driver's licence – Singapore Police Force

Dual citizenship

Dual citizenship is not legally recognized in Singapore.

However, if you acquire two or more citizenships at birth, you can keep them all, including Singaporean citizenship, until the age of 21. At 21, local authorities may ask you to choose between your Singaporean citizenship or other citizenships.

If you're a citizen of Canada, but also a citizen of Singapore, our ability to offer you consular services may be limited while you're there. You may also be subject to different entry or exit requirements, and other national obligations such as military service.

General information for travellers with dual citizenship
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Singapore – Singapore Government

International Child Abduction

The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. The convention applies between Canada and Singapore.

If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Singapore, and if the applicable conditions are met, you may apply for the return of your child to the Singaporean court.

If you are in this situation:

act as quickly as you can
contact the Central Authority for your province or territory of residence for information on starting an application under The Hague Convention
consult a lawyer in Canada and in Singapore to explore all the legal options for the return of your child
report the situation to the nearest Canadian government office abroad or to the Vulnerable Children's Consular Unit at Global Affairs Canada by calling the Emergency Watch and Response Centre

If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies.

Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.

List of Canadian Central Authorities for the Hague Convention
International Child Abductions: A guide for affected parents
The Hague Convention – Hague Conference on Private International Law
Canadian embassies and consulates by destination
Request emergency assistance

The currency in Singapore is the Singaporean dollar (SGD).

Typhoons and monsoon

The rainy (or monsoon) season extends from:

December to March in the northeast
June to September in the southeast

During this period, even small tropical storm can quickly develop into major typhoons. These severe storms can put you at risk.

These severe storms can put you at risk and slow down the provision of essential services.

If you decide to travel to Singapore during the typhoon season:

know that you expose yourself to serious safety risks
be prepared to change your travel plans on short notice, including cutting short or cancelling your trip
keep up to date with the latest regional weather forecasts
carry emergency contact information for your airline or tour operator
follow the advice and instructions of local authorities
Meteorological service Singapore - Singapore Government
Tornadoes, cyclones, hurricanes, typhoons and monsoons
Large-scale emergencies abroad

Air pollution

Smoke haze and other types of air pollution can be particularly hazardous between June and October.

You should monitor air pollution levels, especially if you suffer from respiratory ailments or if you have a pre-existing medical condition.

Air quality information - Singapore’s National Environment Agency

Local services

In case of emergency, dial:

Police: 999
Firefighters: 995
Ambulance: 995

Consular assistance

For emergency consular assistance, call the High Commission of Canada in Singapore, and follow the instructions. At any time, you may also contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.

The decision to travel is your choice and you are responsible for your personal safety abroad. We take the safety and security of Canadians abroad very seriously and provide credible and timely information in our Travel Advice to enable you to make well-informed decisions regarding your travel abroad.

The content on this page is provided for information only. While we make every effort to give you correct information, it is provided on an "as is" basis without warranty of any kind, expressed or implied. The Government of Canada does not assume responsibility and will not be liable for any damages in connection to the information provided.

If you need consular assistance while abroad, we will make every effort to help you. However, there may be constraints that will limit the ability of the Government of Canada to provide services.

Learn more about consular services .

Risk Levels

take normal security precautions.

Take similar precautions to those you would take in Canada.

Exercise a high degree of caution

There are certain safety and security concerns or the situation could change quickly. Be very cautious at all times, monitor local media and follow the instructions of local authorities.

IMPORTANT: The two levels below are official Government of Canada Travel Advisories and are issued when the safety and security of Canadians travelling or living in the country or region may be at risk.

Avoid non-essential travel

Your safety and security could be at risk. You should think about your need to travel to this country, territory or region based on family or business requirements, knowledge of or familiarity with the region, and other factors. If you are already there, think about whether you really need to be there. If you do not need to be there, you should think about leaving.

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Jail for Singaporean who travelled using Philippine passport obtained by ‘dubious’ means

SINGAPORE – On 46 occasions between 2011 and 2012, a Singaporean man presented a Philippine passport obtained via “dubious” channels to immigration officers when going through checkpoints in Singapore.

The prosecution said Goh Chin Soon continued to rely on the “misleading passport” despite having a valid Singapore passport.

While the Philippine passport bore a photograph of Goh’s face, the name was purportedly that of a Filipino citizen known as “Boris Jacinto Ngo”, the court heard.

The prosecution added: “The accused’s actions were highly premeditated, as he took steps to obtain the misleading passport through dubious channels so that he could circumvent the requirements imposed on him by the IPTO (Insolvency and Public Trustee’s Office), given his status as an undischarged bankrupt.

“To cover up his crimes, the accused committed fraud on the authorities when his lawyers – acting on the accused’s instructions – issued a letter to IPTO informing (the office) that the accused was stuck in China without a valid passport.”

The court heard that Goh was in Singapore when the letter was issued.

On Aug 28, Goh, 69, was sentenced to 15 months and six weeks’ jail after he was convicted of 69 charges under the Immigration Act, including multiple counts of producing a misleading document to an immigration officer when travelling to and from Singapore.

A search with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority revealed that Goh is a director at multiple firms, including De Li Investment and Zurich Capital.

Deputy Public Prosecutors Jane Lim and Wong Shiau Yin stated in their submissions that Goh was an undischarged bankrupt from May 17, 2001, to June 11, 2015.

During that period, he needed permission from the Official Assignee, who is appointed by the High Court to handle a bankrupt’s affairs, to travel overseas.

The DPPs told District Judge Brenda Chua that Goh had applied for a Singapore passport on April 28, 2010, but he was not issued one because of his unresolved bankruptcy-related issues.

They added that he knew about his bankruptcy issues but made no effort to resolve them. Instead, he paid US$250,000 (S$326,000) for the Philippine passport.

He then used the document to travel in and out of Singapore after receiving it sometime in 2011.

According to court documents, Goh had never stepped foot in the Philippines. The DPPs said that he had also never been to a Philippine embassy to apply for a passport.

On Jan 30, 2012, Goh made an online application for a Singapore passport, which the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority issued the following month.

The DPPs told the court that despite being in possession of the Singapore passport from 2012, he “curiously” continued to use the Philippine passport on multiple occasions.

Goh’s offences came to light on Sept 7, 2012, when he went to Changi Airport Terminal 3 to board a plane to Hong Kong. He presented the Philippine passport at a checkpoint and was arrested soon after.

According to the prosecution, Goh said in his defence that he had to obtain the Philippine passport in early 2011 to travel out of China to “avoid serious harm to himself”.

The DPPs said that among other things, Goh had claimed to have fallen prey to corrupt Chinese officials and that the authorities there had taken his Singapore passport.

He claimed that he had applied for a passport at the Singapore Embassy in Xiamen but was not issued one, the court heard.

The DPPs said Goh also claimed that he managed to obtain the Philippine passport with the help of other men, including a “Mr Cai You Zhang” and a “Mr Huang”.

“The accused claimed that he believed the passport was legitimate, as ‘Mr Huang’ said that he went to every department in the Philippines to get it done, and the accused had travelled to many countries with the Philippine passport without issues,” they told the court.

The court heard on Aug 28 that Goh intends to appeal against his conviction and sentence. His bail was set at $200,000.

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While the Filipino passport bore a photograph of Goh Chin Soon’s face, the name was purportedly that of a Filipino citizen known as “Boris Jacinto Ngo” -. ST

SINGAPORE: On 46 occasions between 2011 and 2012, a Singaporean man presented a Philippine passport obtained via “dubious” channels to immigration officers when going through checkpoints in Singapore.

The prosecution said Goh Chin Soon continued to rely on the “misleading passport” despite having a valid Singapore passport.

While the Philippine passport bore a photograph of Goh’s face, the name was purportedly that of a Filipino citizen known as “Boris Jacinto Ngo”, the court heard.

The court heard that Goh was in Singapore when the letter was issued.

A search with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority revealed that Goh is a director at multiple firms, including De Li Investment and Zurich Capital.

Deputy public prosecutors Jane Lim and Wong Shiau Yin stated in their submissions that Goh was an undischarged bankrupt from May 17, 2001, to June 11, 2015.

During that period, he needed permission from the Official Assignee, who is appointed by the High Court to handle a bankrupt’s affairs, to travel overseas.

The DPPs told District Judge Brenda Chua that Goh had applied for a Singapore passport on April 28, 2010, but he was not issued one because of his unresolved bankruptcy-related issues.

They added that he knew about his bankruptcy issues but made no effort to resolve them. Instead, he paid US$250,000 (S$326,000) for the Filipino passport.

He then used the document to travel in and out of Singapore after receiving it sometime in 2011.

According to court documents, Goh had never stepped foot in the Philippines. The DPPs said that he had also never been to a Philippine embassy to apply for a passport.

On Jan 30, 2012, Goh made an online application for a Singapore passport, which the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority issued the following month.

The DPPs told the court that despite being in possession of the Singapore passport from 2012, he “curiously” continued to use the Filipino passport on multiple occasions.

Goh’s offences came to light on Sept 7, 2012, when he went to Changi Airport Terminal 3 to board a plane to Hong Kong. He presented the Filipino passport at a checkpoint and was arrested soon after.

According to the prosecution, Goh said in his defence that he had to obtain the Filipino passport in early 2011 to travel out of China to “avoid serious harm to himself”.

The DPPs said that among other things, Goh had claimed to have fallen prey to corrupt Chinese officials and that the authorities there had taken his Singapore passport.

He claimed that he had applied for a passport at the Singapore Embassy in Xiamen but was not issued one, the court heard.

The DPPs said Goh also claimed that he managed to obtain the Filipino passport with the help of other men, including a “Mr Cai You Zhang” and a “Mr Huang”.

The court heard on Aug 28 that Goh intends to appeal against his conviction and sentence. His bail was set at $200,000. - The Straits Times/ANN

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