Visa Requirements
Do South African citizens need a visa for Singapore?
Official Requirement
Visa-free
for South Africa citizens travelling to Singapore
Nationals of many countries may enter Singapore without a visa and are issued a Visit Pass on arrival. All short-term visitors must submit the SG Arrival Card (SGAC) within three days before arrival via the ICA e-service or MyICA mobile app. A valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity is required.
Checked 8 September 2026
We are not a government authority. Requirements change without notice. Always verify with the official consulate link before travel.
No visa needed for this trip
South Africa passport holders can enter Singapore for short visits without a visa. Check that your passport stays valid for the whole stay, carry proof of onward travel, and confirm the current entry conditions on the official source before you fly.
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The short answer
South African citizens do not need a visa to enter Singapore for stays of up to 30 days. No visa is needed before travelling to Singapore for a short tourist or business visit. The fee is none for the visit itself. Submitting the SG Arrival Card is free. Passport validity: a minimum validity of six months is required, for every traveller other than a Singapore passport holder. Bring sufficient cash for the visit and proof of onward travel, such as tickets or visas. On arrival: the SG Arrival Card has to be submitted within three days, including the day of arrival, before arriving in Singapore. It is free, through the e-Service or the MyICA mobile app. Travellers transiting without immigration clearance and certain resident categories are excepted. Conditions: a Visit Pass holder cannot engage in any business, professional or paid employment activity while in Singapore. Overstaying is a punishable offence. An extension can be requested through an online service, subject to approval. This was last checked on 8 September 2026.
At a glance
Key facts for South African citizens visiting Singapore
- Requirement
- Visa-free
- Maximum stay
- Up to 30 days
- Passport validity
- A minimum validity of six months is required, for every traveller other than a Singapore passport holder.
- Fee
- None for the visit itself. Submitting the SG Arrival Card is free.
- Documents
- Sufficient cash for the visit
- Proof of onward travel, such as tickets or visas
- On arrival
- The SG Arrival Card has to be submitted within three days, including the day of arrival, before arriving in Singapore. It is free, through the e-Service or the MyICA mobile app. Travellers transiting without immigration clearance and certain resident categories are excepted.
- Conditions
- A Visit Pass holder cannot engage in any business, professional or paid employment activity while in Singapore. Overstaying is a punishable offence. An extension can be requested through an online service, subject to approval.
- Official source
Step by step
How South African citizens enter Singapore
Check your passport has at least six months validity. Immigration requires it of every traveller other than a Singapore passport holder.
Submit the SG Arrival Card within three days before you arrive, counting the day of arrival. It is free, through the e-Service or the MyICA app.
Carry sufficient cash and proof of onward travel, such as tickets or visas.
Enter on a Visit Pass, which does not permit business, professional or paid employment activity.
Apply online before your pass expires if you need longer. An extension needs approval and is not automatic.
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Questions
What South African citizens ask about entering Singapore
No. South African citizens can enter Singapore without a visa for a short tourist or business visit. This was last checked on 8 September 2026.
Up to 30 days on this entry route. A longer trip needs a different permission, which this page does not cover. A border officer decides the length granted on the day.
A passport valid for the trip, proof of onward or return travel, and proof of where you are staying. Officers can ask for evidence that you can support yourself for the visit. Entry is always the officer's decision, whatever the paperwork says.
Singapore uses SGD. Check the rate before you exchange anything at the airport, where the spread is usually widest.
Changes to this route
No changes recorded since the first check on 8 September 2026.
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