The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Description of the visa, its purpose, conditions, peculiarities of issuance, and guidelines for utilization.
Foreigners can perform certain short-term work activities in Singapore without a work pass, provided they fall under specific exempt categories and notify the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) upon arrival. To do so, they must possess a valid Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) issued by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore, which permits their stay for the duration of the activity. Citizens of visa-required countries must apply for an entry visa before traveling. All travelers are required to have a pre-arranged SG Arrival Card. The allowed duration for such activities is generally up to 60 days, but can be performed for a total of up to 90 days in a calendar year across multiple visits.
Visa validity period
The period during which the visa remains valid and can be used for entry into the country. The validity period or expiration date is indicated directly on the visa itself.
2 months 3 days
Consular fee
A fee levied for the processing and evaluation of an application. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. In certain instances, the payment of supplementary fees may be required.
$30 (~$24)
Last updated 2026-03-25
Travel purpose:
Business
, work
, other