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Singapore visa from India

Singapore Tourist Visa (e-Visa, agent-routed) · Up to 30 days per entry, as decided by the immigration officer

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Indian passport holders need a tourist visa to enter Singapore, issued as an e-Visa. Applications cannot be filed directly with the embassy and must be routed through an authorised visa agent in India, with processing typically completed within three to five working days.

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Overview

Singapore requires Indian tourists to hold a valid visa before travel. Unlike several e-Visa destinations, tourists cannot file directly with the embassy; the application must be routed through a visa agent authorised by the Singapore High Commission. The agent submits to the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), which issues the e-Visa as an electronic document. The SG Arrival Card is filed separately before arrival and is not a substitute for the visa.

Not to be confused with

This page covers the Singapore tourist e-Visa for Indian passport holders, which must be routed through an authorised visa agent and is issued by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority. It does not cover the Singapore work pass, student pass, or the SG Arrival Card (which is a separate arrival declaration, not a visa).

Eligibility

  • Indian passport valid for at least six months from the date of entry.
  • Tourism, family visit, or short-term business purpose.
  • Confirmed return ticket and accommodation in Singapore.
  • Sufficient funds to cover the stay.
  • Application routed through an authorised visa agent.

Documents by applicant profile

  • Passport bio-page scan.
  • Recent photograph meeting ICA specifications.
  • Form 14A completed by the authorised agent.
  • Confirmed return flight booking.
  • Hotel booking or host address in Singapore.
  • Last three months of bank statements as supporting proof.
  • Employment letter or salary slip (supporting).

Step-by-step process

  1. 1

    Engage an authorised agent

    Select a visa agent authorised by the Singapore High Commission; direct embassy submission is not available for tourists.

  2. 2

    Submit documents to the agent

    Provide the passport scan, photograph, Form 14A, and supporting documents to the agent.

  3. 3

    Agent files with ICA

    The agent submits the application to the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority on behalf of the applicant.

  4. 4

    Receive the e-Visa

    The e-Visa is issued electronically, typically within three to five working days, and shared as a PDF.

  5. 5

    File the SG Arrival Card

    Before travel, file the SG Arrival Card online separately — this is an arrival declaration and not a visa.

Fees

ApplicantFee
Singapore tourist visa (ICA fee)Varies (approx. SGD 30 range) SGDverify
Authorised agent service chargeVaries INRverify
Concierge service chargeVaries INRverify

* Fees marked "verify" must be confirmed on the official portal before payment.

Processing time

The e-Visa is typically issued within three to five working days once the agent submits to ICA. File at least a week before travel, longer during peak season.

Common rejection reasons

  • Incomplete or incorrect Form 14A.
  • Photograph not meeting ICA specifications.
  • Missing return ticket or accommodation details.
  • Insufficient proof of funds.
  • Prior Singapore immigration non-compliance.

Gaya · Bodhgaya · Patna · Varanasi application path

Because the Singapore tourist visa is agent-routed and fully electronic, Gaya and Bodhgaya applicants do not need to travel to an embassy. The concierge connects the applicant to an authorised agent, collects documents by WhatsApp or courier, and delivers the e-Visa by email. The SG Arrival Card is filed closer to the travel date. This makes Singapore a convenient option for Bihar-based travellers.

Pan-India note: The agent-routed e-Visa process is uniform across India. Concierge support and document collection by courier/WhatsApp are available nationwide.
Local-market adaptation: Singapore is positioned to Bihar applicants as a clean, safe, short-haul destination whose agent-routed process removes embassy travel entirely. The concierge emphasises Hindi/Bhojpuri support for Form 14A and SG Arrival Card filing, and groups the trip planning with the Pind Daan/Vassa calendar where relevant. This differs from generic pan-India copy.

Frequently asked questions

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Compliance & trust

Last verified
2026-08-02
Source priority
Singapore ICA (ica.gov.sg) and the Singapore High Commission are the primary sources. Authorised visa agents are the operational channel. No third-party platform is used as a content source.
Ambiguity flags
  • Agent service charges vary and are not government-published.
  • INR amount varies with the SGD exchange rate.
  • ICA processing time can extend during peak season.
Editor note: Fee figures are indicative. Re-confirm current fees with an authorised agent and on the ICA portal before treating as authoritative.

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