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STVP — Short-Term Visit Pass

Tourist Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1–4 weeks

Estimated Cost

SGD 40 SGD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

3 months

Not renewable

Renewal

Not renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

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Living in Singapore

Cost of Living

28% more than United States

Avg SalarySGD 70,800

Quality of Life

158/200

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Overview

Tourism or short business visits in Singapore via e-Pass issued at entry; visa-free for many nationalities, 14-90 day stay, no employment.

The Singapore Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) is an e-Pass issued by the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority at the point of entry for tourism, social visits, medical treatment, or short business activities like meetings and conferences. Many nationalities receive it visa-free; others must obtain a Singapore visa in advance.

Initial stay runs 14 to 90 days depending on nationality, and the pass forbids any paid or unpaid employment. Extensions are filed online with ICA when 14 days or less remain on the pass and are processed within five working days; SGD 40 applies once total stay reaches 90 days. There is no path to permanent residence.

This visa is ideal for tourists, family visitors and short-trip business travellers needing low-friction, work-free entry to Singapore.

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Cost Breakdown

Entry / IssuanceSGD 0 SGD

Extension Fee (stay of 90 days or more)SGD 40 SGD

TotalSGD 40 SGD

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant

3 months

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport

Return ticket

Sufficient funds

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Passport

Return ticket

Hotel booking

Financial proof

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Visa-free entry for many nationalities with stay of up to 90 days
Issued automatically as an e-Pass at the immigration checkpoint - no advance application for visa-free nationals
No fee on entry or issuance of the pass
Extensions available online via ICA when 14 days or less remain on the pass
Extension applications processed within five working days
Covers tourism, social visits, medical treatment, and short business meetings or conferences

Worth Knowing

Initial stay varies from 14 to 90 days at the discretion of the immigration officer
Mandatory SG Arrival Card must be submitted electronically before entering Singapore
Local sponsor required for extensions if applicant is from listed countries or has immediate family who are Singapore citizens or PRs
SGD 40 extension fee applies once total stay reaches 90 days, repeating per subsequent 90-day block
Visa-required nationals pay an additional SGD 30 if they stay beyond their visa-free window
No paid or unpaid employment, business, profession, or occupation permitted on the STVP
No pathway to permanent residence - the pass is strictly for short-term visits
Overstaying is an immigration offence with serious penalties

Application Process

Arrive at Singapore: Present valid passport and entry documents at immigration checkpoint

Immigration clearance: Undergo immigration screening and provide entry details

Receive e-Pass: Obtain electronic visit pass (e-Pass) showing 30-day stay validity

Application Forms

Go to application portal

SG Arrival Card

Mandatory electronic arrival declaration submitted before entering Singapore

Fill online

Verified Claims (22)

Last verified May 31, 2026

Application Steps

Arrive at Singapore: Present valid passport and entry documents at immigration checkpoint; Immigrati…

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Dependent Visa

Dependents allowed

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Fee Breakdown

Entry / Issuance: 0 SGD; Extension Fee (stay of 90 days or more): 40 SGD

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Fees

Free (SGD 40 extension fee applies if stay exceeds 90 days)

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Forms

SG Arrival Card (electronic)

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Forms · SG Arrival Card · description

Mandatory electronic arrival declaration submitted before entering Singapore

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Forms · SG Arrival Card · url

https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard/

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Included Nationalities

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Living in Singapore

Cost of Living

28% more than United States

Avg SalarySGD 70,800

Quality of Life

158/200

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Overview

Tourism or short business visits in Singapore via e-Pass issued at entry; visa-free for many nationalities, 14-90 day stay, no employment.

This visa is ideal for tourists, family visitors and short-trip business travellers needing low-friction, work-free entry to Singapore.

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Visa-free entry for many nationalities with stay of up to 90 days
Issued automatically as an e-Pass at the immigration checkpoint - no advance application for visa-free nationals
No fee on entry or issuance of the pass
Extensions available online via ICA when 14 days or less remain on the pass
Extension applications processed within five working days
Covers tourism, social visits, medical treatment, and short business meetings or conferences

Worth Knowing

Initial stay varies from 14 to 90 days at the discretion of the immigration officer
Mandatory SG Arrival Card must be submitted electronically before entering Singapore
Local sponsor required for extensions if applicant is from listed countries or has immediate family who are Singapore citizens or PRs
SGD 40 extension fee applies once total stay reaches 90 days, repeating per subsequent 90-day block
Visa-required nationals pay an additional SGD 30 if they stay beyond their visa-free window
No paid or unpaid employment, business, profession, or occupation permitted on the STVP
No pathway to permanent residence - the pass is strictly for short-term visits
Overstaying is an immigration offence with serious penalties