Destination Guides
Singapore

 
assport/Visa
 
Passport/Visa

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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;
(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.

 
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 Passport Visa Information).

 
Validity

At the discretion of the ICA.

 
Application to

Consulate (or Consular section at High Commission or Embassy); see Passport Visa Information.

 
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 (required by all except nationals of India and China (PR). 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

From two to four weeks for Level 2 nationals. Four working days for Level 1 nationals. 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.

 
Passport/Visa Information

High Commission for the Republic of Singapore in the UK
9 Wilton Crescent Belgravia, London SW1X 8SP, UK
Tel: (020) 7235 8315.
Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/london
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700; 1000-1230 and 1400-1600 (visa section).

Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in the USA
3501 International Place, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 537 3100.
Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/washington

 
 
 
ontact Addresses
 
Singapore Tourism Board in the UK

1st Floor, Carrington House, 126-130 Regent Street, London W1B 5JX, UK
Tel: (020) 7437 0033 or (08080) 656 565 (toll-free in the UK).
Website: www.visitsingapore.com

 
High Commission for the Republic of Singapore in the UK

9 Wilton Crescent Belgravia, London SW1X 8SP, UK
Tel: (020) 7235 8315.
Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/london
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700; 1000-1230 and 1400-1600 (visa section).

 
Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in the USA

3501 International Place, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 537 3100.
Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/washington

 
Singapore Tourism Board in the USA

1156 Avenue of the Americas Suite 702 New York NY 10036 USA
Tel: (212) 302 4861.
Website: www.visitsingapore.com

 
 
 
ealth
 
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A yellow fever certificate of vaccination is required from persons over one year of age who have been in or passed through any country classified either partly or wholly as a yellow fever endemic zone within the previous six days. The countries formerly classified as endemic zones are considered by the Singapore authorities to be still infected.

 
Other risks

Hepatitis A and E are widespread; hepatitis B is hyperendemic.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.
HIV testing is required for workers who earn less than S$1250 per month and for applicants for permanent resident status. Foreign test results are not accepted.

 
Health care

Singapore General Hospital receives emergency cases and health care is exceptionally good. There is a large private sector. Health insurance is recommended, as there is no reciprocal health agreement with the UK.

 
 
 
ublic Holidays
 
Public Holidays

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Jan 10 Hari Raya Haji (Feast of the Sacrifice). Jan 29-31 Chinese New Year. Apr 14 Good Friday. May 1 Labour Day. May 13 Vesak (Birth of Buddha). Aug 9 National Day. Oct 21 Diwali. Oct 22-24 Hari Raya Puasa (End of Ramadan). Dec 25 Christmas Day. Dec 31 Hari Raya Haji (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2007 New Year’s Day. Feb 18-20 Chinese New Year. Apr 6 Good Friday. May 1 Labour Day. May 2 Vesak (Birth of Buddha).

 
Note

(a) Not all Muslim festivals listed above are national holidays, but all will affect Muslim businesses. Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Hari Raya Puasa (Eid al-Fitr), Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Many restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Hari Raya Puasa itself. Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji (Eid al-Adha) may last anything from two to 10 days, depending on the town. For more information, see the World of Islam appendix. (b) Hindu festivals are declared according to local astronomical observations and it is only possible to forecast the month of their occurrence.