Visa information
Learn more about the visa application process at the Singapore Embassy in Seoul, including required documents, appointment scheduling, processing fees, and the timeline for obtaining a visa.
Last updated 6 November 2025
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Visa applications to the Singapore Embassy in Seoul are strictly by appointment only from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm from Mondays to Fridays. Applicants are advised to apply for an entry visa 30 days prior to arrival in Singapore.
We do not accept walk-in applications. Appointments should be made online via https://calendly.com/sgembseoul-pd at least two working days before your visit.
Countries requiring visa
Korean Passport Holders do not require a visa to enter Singapore for business visit (attending business negotiation / discussion / meetings) or for social visit (visiting friends, relatives and for tourism) purposes for up to 90 days.
Other foreign nationalities may click here to check if you require a visa to travel to Singapore.
All foreign visitors must ensure that they meet or possess the following entry requirements as stated on the Singapore Immigrations and Checkpoints Authority website.
The Consular Section at the Embassy processes visa applications for foreigners who require a visa to enter Singapore. There are no authorised visa agents in Korea.
Visa application
Visa can be applied online through a local contact if he/she is a Singapore Citizen/Singapore Permanent Resident who is at least 21 years old and has a SingPass account. Visa application should be submitted 30 days prior to arrival in Singapore. The local contact is required to furnish his/her passport details during the application in SAVE.
At the Embassy
Documents required
COMPLETED Form 14A (original) signed by you
One recent passport-sized (3.5 cm x 4.5 cm) colour photograph
Taken within the last 3 months
In colour taken against a plain white background without shadows
Avoid white headgear and plain white clothing (headgear worn in accordance with religious or racial customs is acceptable but must not hide any facial features)
Full face with the upper shoulders visible, facing forward with eyes open
Hair must not cover the eyebrows or the eyes
Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of your entry into Singapore
Copy of airline ticket reservation
Copy of accommodation reservation
Completed Letter of Introduction (Form V39A)
For holders of a travel document issued by Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kosovo, Lebanon, Libya, Mali, Morocco, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Yemen.
For holders of a travel document issued by Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Georgia, Hong Kong (Document of Identity), India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Macao Special Administrative Region(Travel Permit), Moldova, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Letter of Introduction may be required on a case-by-case basis
For social visit, a Letter of Introduction issued by a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident who is at least 21 years old and a photocopy of the local contact’s Singapore Identity Card (front & back) are required.
For business visit, a Letter of Introduction from a Singapore registered company and the registration number of the company are required. The person acting on behalf of the business entity must be a Singapore Citizen / Singapore Permanent Resident who is at least 21 years old.
LOIs issued by your Embassy can also be accepted, if you are unable to secure an LOI from a local contact to support your visa application for social and business visits.
Forms can be downloaded from ICA's website:
Form 14A: https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/forms/form14a.pdf
Form V39A (LOI): https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/forms/application-for-visa-letter-of-introduction-v39a.pdf
Processing fee
KRW 32,000 for visas (wef 1 January 2025)
Applicants should bring the exact amount as payment for the visa fee.
Processing time (Excluding the date of submission): Average 4 working days
However, some applications may take a longer time to process.
Visa applications can be made at the Embassy from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm from Mondays to Fridays. Visas will only be issued between 3.00 pm to 4.00 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays. Where a Tuesday or Friday is a public holiday, visas will be issued the next working day.
In the event information on this page differs from that of the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Homepage, the ICA homepage takes precedence.
Please see the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Homepage for more information.
Important notes
Each visa application will be considered on its own merits.
A Singapore visa is not an immigration pass. It is a pre-entry permission for the holder of a valid Singapore visa holder to travel to, and seek entry into Singapore. The grant of an immigration pass will be determined by the Immigrations & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officers at the point of entry. Possession of a valid visa alone does not guarantee entry into Singapore.
The period of stay granted is shown on the visit pass endorsement given on your e-Pass/passport and it is not tied to the validity of your visa.
Holders of Special Travel Documents
All holders of Special Travel Documents are to consult the Singapore Embassy in Seoul on visa requirements if they wish to visit Singapore.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I am transiting through Singapore, do I still need a visa?
Foreigners transiting in Singapore will not require visas if they remain within the transit area of Changi Airport (Terminals 1, 2 and 3) and do not pass through Singapore Immigration.
Sometimes, foreign visitors may be required to pass through Singapore Immigration if their airlines do not have the necessary transfer facilities. In these cases, the foreign visitor should obtain a visa prior to travel, so that he/she will not meet any difficulties while transiting in Singapore. We advise all travellers who are from a visa-required country and plan to enter Singapore, to apply for a Singapore visa prior to the trip so as to avoid any unnecessary inconvenience or disruption to travel plans.
For transit in Singapore via low cost carriers, please check with your airlines directly or visit Changi Airport website at https://www.changiairport.com/en/airport-guide/transit.html for more information on the transfer facilities available and whether you are required to clear immigration for the transit.
Who needs a visa to travel to Singapore?
Please visit the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore’s website at https://www.ica.gov.sg/enter-depart/entry_requirements/visa_requirements to check if you require a visa to travel to Singapore.
When should I apply if I am required to travel to Singapore with a visa?
You can apply for a visa up to one month before your intended date of arrival into Singapore.
Who decides if I will get a visa?
Your visa application will be processed and decided by Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority.
Do I need an appointment to submit my application?
The visa application can be submitted online through a Singapore contact (i.e. Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident who is at least 21 years old and has a Singpass account) on the applicant's behalf. Please refer to https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/save for application requirements.
If you are not able to apply online, do note that visa applications at the Singapore Embassy in Seoul are strictly by appointment only from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm from Mondays to Fridays. Appointments should be made online via https://calendly.com/sgembseoul-pd at least two working days before your visit. Applicants are advised to apply for an entry visa 30 days prior to arrival in Singapore.
Do I need to submit my original passport for submission of application?
You must submit your original passport when you apply for entry visa.
Will I know the reason why my visa application has been rejected?
The specific reason for your rejection will not be made known to you.
I am a visitor in the Republic of Korea. Can I still apply for a visa to travel to Singapore?
Yes, you may be able to do so as long as you cater for sufficient time for the visa application to be processed prior to your departing of the Republic of Korea as the Embassy is unable to make exceptions to expedite your application.
What is the validity of my passport from the intended date of arrival in Singapore?
One of the visa application requirements for Singapore is that all passports need to have a minimum of six months validity from date of arrival in Singapore. The Singapore Embassy recommends that you renew or extend the passport if this is not the case.
If you require further clarification of this entry requirement, please contact Immigration and Checkpoints Authority at +65-6391 6100.
Can I travel with less than six months validity?
You can transit if you do not need to go through immigration in Singapore, though you will still need permission from your airline to board the plane. However, if you do need to go through immigration, you are strongly advised to renew your passport before travelling.
Can I extend my stay in Singapore?
The period of stay permitted is at the discretion of the Immigration Officer upon arrival at the Singapore Changi Airport. It is normally between 14 to 30 days. Regardless of the length of stay granted, visitors may request for an extension of stay by applying in person at the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority before the expiry of the visa granted. The address is Immigration & Checkpoints Authority, ICA Building, 10 Kallang Road, Singapore 208718 and their operating hours are 8.00 am to 5.00 pm from Monday to Friday and 8.00 am to 1.00 pm on Saturday. Closed during Singapore Public Holidays. More details can be found here.
Can I pay extra to expedite my visa application?
We do not have such services. However, if you have valid reasons which demand you to travel at a short notice, such as seeking medical treatment in Singapore, you may provide us with a formal letter from the hospital/doctor in Singapore together with your visa application.
How can I find out about work or student visas?
If you are travelling to Singapore for work or employment, you will need to contact the Ministry of Manpower office in Singapore for advice on which visa or work pass to apply for. You can visit their website at www.mom.gov.sg or email them at mom_wpd@mom.gov.sg or phone +65-6438 5122.
If the Ministry of Manpower informs you that you do not need a work pass and do not need to make notification of your activity, you will need to check with Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority to make sure you can enter Singapore on a tourist entry. Their contact details can be found at www.ica.gov.sg.
For application of Students' Pass, you are required to submit the application directly to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority at https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/STP/apply.
Please be advised that the Embassy does not process work or student visas in the Republic of Korea.