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Singapore business visa

Eligible APEC Business Travel Card holders can enter without a visa for business trips of up to 60 days. Separate business visa application details are not stated.

Who doesn't

Eligible passport holders with an APEC Business Travel Card showing the SGP code can enter without a visa for business trips of up to 60 days.

What to bring

  • Passport from an eligible jurisdiction.
  • APEC Business Travel Card showing SGP on the reverse.

Good to know

  • The card-based exemption is for business trips.
  • See the APEC Business Travel Card category for eligible passports.

Questions

Do I need a business visa for Singapore?

Eligible passport holders with an APEC Business Travel Card showing the SGP code can enter without a visa for business trips of up to 60 days.

How long can I stay on a Singapore business visa?

Up to 60 days under the APEC Business Travel Card scheme.

What documents do I need for a Singapore business visa?

Passport from an eligible jurisdiction.; APEC Business Travel Card showing SGP on the reverse..

What rules do I have to follow on a Singapore business visa?

The card-based exemption is for business trips.

Does my passport change whether I need a business visa for Singapore?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Singapore visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a business visa for Singapore be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Singapore business visa rules?

On Singapore's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my business visa once I am in Singapore?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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