How to apply for Singapore visa
With the distinction of being one of the most popular countries in the world, Singapore is a tourist-hotspot for Indians as well. With its plush hotels, sleek parks and state-of-the-art experiences crafted to thrill, this destination sees a massive influx of tourists every year. Little wonder then, that the demand for Singapore visa for Indians keeps soaring higher.
Confused about the Singapore visa fees and don’t know how to apply? Here’s how you can get your Singapore visa hassle-free from MakeMyTrip!
STEP 1
Upload these documents and fill form online
Upload soft copies of the mentioned documents to get your Singapore visa
SEE LIST OF DOCUMENTSSTEP 2
Complete Payment
Pay for your Singapore visa fees using the mode of payment of your choice.
STEP 3
Courier documents and we'll apply it at the embassy
One way courier charges will be borne by you, and one way will be borne by us. Please note that it is mandatory to send us your original passport via courier or you can drop it off at few of our offices
STEP 4
Get your visa on your email
Once approved, we will send you your e-visa via email. Your original passport will also be couriered back to you
Malaysia Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the end-to-end process entirely online as stated above.
You need to fill in some details either on the mobile app or desktop, make the payment and submit your application. Within 24 working hours, you will receive a call from our agent outlining the additional documents which are required (which vary from city to city). Do please keep in mind that you will need to send us your passport to process your visa. Once we received your documents, we will send this forward to the embassy for further processing. -
Does MakeMyTrip guarantee a confirmed visa?
No, MakeMyTrip acts as a facilitator and does not guarantee the outcome of the visa. The ultimate authority to grant/refuse a visa rests with the respective embassy/consulate -
How will I keep track of my visa?
We will keep you informed via SMS, email and WhatsApp about the status of your visa. In addition, feel free to contact us via email or call us on our helpline in case you have any doubts. -
Can I cancel my visa in case there is a change in plans?
Yes, you can cancel till such time the visa is not sent to the embassy for processing. In these cases MakeMyTrip will refund the embassy fee back to you, but will keep the convenience fee portion. -
How will I receive my visa
Once approved, your visa will be shared with you over email. You will also be able to download this visa from the MyTrips section in the mobile application.
About Singapore
If you want to apply for your Singapore visa on your own, here’s what you should know:
Singapore has classified the foreign countries with which it holds diplomatic relations into two categories. India falls under the category of “Assessment Level I countries”, implying that Singapore visa for Indians is not required for the holders of diplomatic, official and service passports. Also, Indian nationals are eligible for a 96-hour visa-free transit in Singapore.
Sceptical about dealing with middle-men and tedious paperwork? You can apply for your Singapore tourist visa online through MakeMyTrip for quick and hassle-free results. Also, since the entire application process takes place through a credible platform, as opposed to the traditional approach, the risk of visa fraud and fake visas is also negated.
How to apply for Singapore visa online through MakeMyTrip
All you have to do is follow the steps given below to apply for a Singapore visa:
- Go to the ‘Visa’ section on the MakeMyTrip app, and select ‘Singapore’.
- Select your ‘date of entry’ and ‘date of exit’.
- Select the number of travellers and click on ‘Apply’.
- Upload a coloured copy of the front page of your passport to get your Singapore visa.
- Pay your Singapore visa fees using the mode of payment of your choice.
After the booking confirmation, our agent will contact you within 48 hours and share the list of other required documents which need to be couriered. Once we receive all the documents, we will process your Singapore visa application within 24 working hours.
Next Step:
1. Courier us the following original documents:
- Your passport
- Your coloured passport size photograph taken against a white background-The image should be 3.5cmx4.5cm in size
- Employment proof
- Cover letter
- Form 14A
Note: If you live in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi or Kolkata, you can visit our branch to handover the documents.
Once your Singapore visa is approved, we will courier your documents back to you along with your e-visa copy.
Note: Note: If you reside in either Chennai or Mumbai, you need to furnish few additional documents. Our agent will brief you with the required documents in the welcome call.
Singapore Visa Process
After your booking is confirmed, we will send your Singapore visa application to the Embassy. The approval process for Singapore visa usually takes 7 to 10 working days. However, in a few cases, the Embassy may require some additional documents, which will lead to a delay in processing your Singapore visa.
You can apply for your Singapore visa anytime through MakeMyTrip. However, we will forward your documents to the Embassy for processing only 30 days prior to your departure, to ensure that it is valid at the time of your travel.
You can cancel your Singapore visa application at any time, till your documents are submitted to the embassy. Post the submission of your application, there will be no cancellation or refund.
Documents required at the time of Singapore immigration:
- Your original passport
- Print out of your Singapore e-visa
- Onward or return air tickets
- Accommodation proof (hotel voucher or residential proof)
Types of Singapore visa for Indians
There are different types of Singapore visa for Indians. They include:
- Singapore tourist visa
- Employment Pass
- Entrepreneur Pass
- Personalized Employment Pass
- The S Pass
- Miscellaneous Work Pass
- Dependent Pass
- Permanent Residence Visa
Through MakeMyTrip, you can apply for the Singapore Tourist Visa, which implies that you can enter Singapore once and stay for a period ranging from 2 weeks up to 2 years (this is at the discretion of the Singapore consulate)
Normally, it takes 7 to 10 working days to process a visa for Singapore.
Singapore visa fees
If you apply through MakeMyTrip for 30 Day Stay Multiple Entry Visa, the Singapore visa fees would be ₹ 2190*
Singapore visa fees breakup:
Visa Consulate Fee: ₹ 1600
Convenience Fee: ₹ 500
GST Amount: ₹ 90
Note: In case your visa is rejected by the Singapore Embassy, the Singapore visa fees will not be refunded.
*Embassy fees/taxes/other charges are subject to change without prior notice.
Sorted? Now you can finally plan that fun Singapore holiday with your family and friends!
