Do you need an entry card for Singapore?
Travelers entering Singapore should check whether they need to submit the SG Arrival Card before arrival. The SG Arrival Card, also known as SGAC, includes an electronic health declaration.
The SG Arrival Card is only one part of the entry process. Travelers should also check passport validity, visa requirements, permitted length of stay, onward travel requirements and airline boarding conditions before departure.
For a full explanation of the online arrival form, read the dedicated SG Arrival Card guide.
SG Arrival Card overview
The SG Arrival Card is the official electronic arrival card used for entry into Singapore. It includes the electronic health declaration required by Singapore immigration authorities.
The SG Arrival Card is not a visa. If your nationality requires a visa for Singapore, you must still meet the separate visa requirement before traveling.
Travelers should use the official ICA website or the MyICA mobile app when submitting personal information and avoid unofficial paid services.
Visa, visa-free entry and length of stay
Singapore entry conditions depend on your nationality, travel purpose and planned length of stay. Some travelers can enter without a visa, while others need a visa before arrival.
You should check your permitted length of stay before booking long accommodation plans or onward travel. The final length of stay is determined by Singapore immigration at entry.
The SG Arrival Card does not extend your stay and does not replace a visa.
Passport validity and onward travel
Before traveling to Singapore, check that your passport is valid for your trip and accepted by your airline. Airlines may apply boarding checks before you reach immigration.
You may also be asked about onward travel, accommodation address or the purpose of your stay. Prepare these details before departure to avoid delays.
Arrival by air, land or sea
Singapore receives travelers through Changi Airport, land checkpoints and sea checkpoints. The process can vary depending on your route, nationality and travel status.
If you enter Singapore by land or sea, do not assume the process is identical to an airport arrival. Always check the latest official ICA guidance before your trip.
Official links for entering Singapore
Use official Singapore government or ICA websites when checking entry requirements or submitting travel information. This is especially important when a form asks for passport details, arrival dates or health declarations.
The official SG Arrival Card service is linked from this site for convenience, but travelers should always verify the domain before entering personal data.
Common mistakes before traveling to Singapore
Common mistakes include checking only the arrival card and forgetting visa rules, using unofficial paid websites, submitting travel details too late, or assuming that airline boarding rules are the same as immigration rules.
Prepare your passport, arrival date, accommodation address, contact details, visa status and onward travel information before departure.
Singapore Entry Requirements