Singapore Visa Requirements for Russian Citizens (2026)
Yes — Russian passport holders need a visa to enter Singapore. Every number on this page carries the date we last verified it.
Specifically for Russian passport holders
- •Due to sanctions, most Mastercard and Visa cards do not work in Russia; UnionPay may work in some places. Visitors may not be able to pay with international cards to withdraw cash or pay online. [1]
Required documents
- Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 1 blank visa page
- Recent passport-size photograph (white background, front view)
- Proof of travel itinerary including flight details and accommodation
- Return or onward ticket from destination
- Proof of sufficient funds for stay
- eVisa approval letter (printed or digital copy) for immigration
- SG Arrival Card submitted online within 3 days before arrival
- Proof of onward air/sea ticket within 96 hours and valid visa for Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, UK, or USA if using visa-free transit (optional) [19]
- Duly completed Form 14A signed by the applicant (visa application made based on information declared in this form; ICA may request the form)
- Duly completed Form V39A signed by the local contact (if applicable)
- Applicant's recent passport-sized colour photograph, taken within the last three months (photo guidelines apply)
- Photocopy of the applicant's passport bio-data page, valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Singapore
Fees & processing
Fee details are queued for government-source verification. The official portal has current pricing.
From official-portal extracts (captured ):
- •S$30 non-refundable processing fee payable online using a Visa or MasterCard credit/debit card. [4]
How to apply
- Apply through a local contact or strategic partner (Singapore citizen or permanent resident) or through an authorized travel agency in Singapore. [1]
- Complete the visa application and pay the non-refundable S$30 processing fee online. [4]
- Submit the SG Arrival Card online via the ICA e-service or mobile app within 3 days before arrival. [13]
Before you fly
- •All travellers must have a passport valid for at least 6 months. [3]
- •Carry more than S$20,000 in cash or bearer negotiable instruments? You must declare it at the border. [3]
- •Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required if you have recently travelled to a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. [3]
- •Beware of the fake SG Arrival Card website (www.singapore-arrival-card.com) that scams travellers with a US$30 fee; the official e-service is free. [20]
Full Singapore entry guide — customs, health, long stays — on the destination page.
Conditions & fine print
- •May obtain online e-Service through eligible through authorized travel agencies or through local sponsors (Singapore citizen or permanent residents).
Watch out for
International credit cards (Mastercard/Visa) generally do not work in Russia due to sanctions; carry enough cash or use UnionPay. [1]
Avoid the fake SG Arrival Card website that demands a US$30 payment; the official ICA e-service is free. [20]
Frequently asked
What documents are required?
Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least 1 blank visa page; Recent passport-size photograph (white background, front view); Proof of travel itinerary including flight details and accommodation; Return or onward ticket from destination; Proof of sufficient funds for stay.
Can Russian passport holders use the 96-hour visa-free transit?
Russia is a CIS member and the 96-hour VFTF is available to CIS nationals who hold a valid onward ticket and an eligible visa for Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, New Zealand, Switzerland, the UK, or the USA. Check eligibility on the ICA website.
What is the visa fee for Russian travellers?
The official fee is S$30 non-refundable processing fee, payable by Visa or MasterCard. Exact total cost may vary; confirm on the official ICA portal.
Do I need to submit the SG Arrival Card before flying?
Yes. Submit it online via the ICA e-service or mobile app within 3 days before arrival. It is free of charge.
Sources & last verified
Fact data cross-checked against English Wikipedia “Visa requirements for Russian citizens” and “Visa policy of Singapore”, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0 — attribution, not copied text.
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This is general travel information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change and enforcement varies at the border — always confirm on the official portal before you travel.