All travellers
In general, British citizens do not need a visa to transit or enter Singapore. It’s up to Immigration and Checkpoints Authority to decide who can enter Singapore.
All arrivals in Singapore must complete an electronic SG Arrival Card up to three days before entry into Singapore. This online form requires travel details and a health declaration. It is illegal to submit a false declaration.
If you’re arriving from certain countries in Africa and Latin America, you may need to show a yellow fever certificate to enter Singapore.
There are other measures in place for foreign crew working on ships, small vessels, or pleasure crafts at one of Singapore’s marinas. See guidelines for air/sea crew and pleasure craft owners.
From 13 February 2023 there are no COVID-19 related requirements for entering Singapore. Prior to 13 February 2023 unvaccinated people must show a pre-departure COVID-19 test and have travel insurance. See the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority.
If you’re transiting through Singapore
Transiting is when you pass through one country on the way to your final destination.
You do not need a visa for an airside transit in Singapore.
More information about transiting through Singapore can be found on the Transiting through Singapore page of the ICA website.
Arriving by car
If you are arriving in a car that is not registered in Singapore, visit the OneMotoring website to apply for a Vehicle Entry Permit.
Check your passport and travel documents before you travel
Passports
If you’re visiting Singapore, your passport should be valid for six months from the date you arrive.
If you’re a resident in Singapore there’s no minimum validity required, but you should apply for a replacement before your passport expires.
Check with your travel provider to make sure your passport and other travel documents meet their requirements.
Items banned for import into Singapore
It’s a criminal offence to import controlled drugs into Singapore. If convicted, you could be imprisoned, caned or executed.
These items are also considered prohibited – you cannot bring them into Singapore:
- vaporisers and e-cigarette products, and tobacco products that involve chewing, inhaling and injecting
- chewing gum to sell
- weapons and ammunition (including empty cartridge cases and air guns)
- replica guns, including lighters shaped like a pistol or revolver
- radio communications equipment
See this complete list of prohibited items. Check the Singapore Customs website for full guidelines.
Yellow fever certificates
If you’re arriving from certain countries in Africa and Latin America, you may need to show a yellow fever certificate to enter Singapore.