Important Information

Visa Requirements

A Singapore visa is not an immigration pass. It is a pre-entry permission for the holder of a valid Singapore visa to travel to, and seek entry, into Singapore. The grant of an immigration pass will be determined by the ICA officers at the point of entry. Possession of a valid visa alone does not guarantee entry into Singapore.

The period of stay granted is shown on the visit pass endorsement given on your passport and it is not tied to the validity of your visa.

Check if you need a Entry Visa

If your travel document* is issued by one of the countries or regions below, you will need a visa to enter Singapore. Click on individual countries or regions below to find out about the general requirements.

Afghanistan, Algeria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Democratic People's Republic of Korea,

Egypt, Georgia, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Document of Identity), India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan,

Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Lebanon, Libya, Macao Special Administrative Region (Travel Permit), Mali,

Moldova, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestinian Authority, Russia, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tajikistan,

Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Yemen

NOTE: All non-conventional travel documents, such as Titre de Voyages (TDV), or Certificates of Identities (COI) for stateless persons, will need to seek approval prior to applying for a visa, from the Singapore Overseas Mission in the country you are resident in.

Countries or regions that do not require an Entry Visa

If your travel document is issued from a country or region that is not listed above (ie Australia), you do not require a visa. However, you must meet the entry requirements below before you can be considered for entry:

If you are eligible for entry, you will receive a Visit Pass which will indicate the period of stay granted. Check your Visit Pass and the number of days you can stay before leaving the checkpoint.

While in Singapore, on a visit pass, you are not permitted to engage in any business, professional or paid employment activities.

Letter of Invitation for Visa Applications

Invitation letters can be downloaded from your registration dashboard. This letter assists with your Visa application. You will be able to download an invitation letter once you have paid for your registration fee in full and have entered in your passport details.

How to download the invitation letter:

  • Log on to the registration dashboard as a return delegate by entering your email and password.

  • Scroll the menu to the 'Document' section and select the button 'Enter Details'.

  • Every field must be filled in for a Visa letter to be generated. Once all details have been filled in, click 'GO'. You will be taken back to the main screen and now a button 'Download Letter' will appear and by clicking this it will generate a PDF visa letter.

Please email the Conference Secretariat if you are having difficulties downloading a Letter of Invitation from your dashboard.

Travel Tips

Weather & Timezone

Enjoy summer all year-round with Singapore’s tropical climate (25–33°C). Dress in light, airy clothing and bring along an umbrella in case of occasional rainfall. Singapore Standard Time is situated in GMT +8 time zone, so be sure to calibrate your watches accordingly.

Power Plug

The standard electrical current used in Singapore is 220-240 volts AC (50 cycles) and you can use power plugs with three square prongs here.

Safe Drinking Water

Tap water in Singapore surpasses World Health Organization standards. You can drink water straight from the source or easily purchase them from stores.

Prayer Facilities

Singapore is a Muslim-friendly destination with prayer facilities available at major hotels and attractions, and mosques conveniently located around the city. You can check with the respective operators for more details.

Language

You can communicate in English with Singaporeans, who are mostly fluent in it. Many also speak Mandarin Chinese, Malay or Tamil. You may also encounter Singlish, a unique colloquial form of English that blends with various languages and dialects spoken in Singapore.

Wi-Fi

Visitors can access free Wi-Fi at any Wireless@SGx hotspot with their foreign mobile numbers by downloading the Wireless@SGx App. Overseas charges may apply.