Visa Strategy • July 15, 2026
Everything you need to know about ICA Singapore authorized agent filing, SG Arrival Card (SGAC), and securing multi-year tourist entry.
Applying for a Singapore tourist visa as an Indian passport holder is uniquely structured. Individual applicants cannot apply directly through the ICA (Immigration & Checkpoints Authority) online portal unless sponsored by a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident. For standard tourists, applications must be submitted through ICA-Authorized Visa Agents.
Filing through an authorized agency guarantees that your passport bio-data, photo dimensions (35x45mm, matte finish, pure white background), employment details, and confirmed hotel stay details are validated before official system entry, minimizing delay or rejection risks.
In addition to your approved Singapore eVisa paper slip, every arriving passenger—regardless of age or visa category—must submit the mandatory SG Arrival Card (SGAC) with Electronic Health Declaration within 3 days (72 hours) prior to arriving in Singapore.
The SGAC is completely free on the official ICA website or Mobile App. Failing to submit this digital card prior to boarding will cause severe delays at airport check-in or require emergency manual entry at Changi Airport's arrival terminal.
While a standard Singapore tourist eVisa permits a stay of up to 30 days per visit, ICA frequently grants 1-Year or 2-Year Multiple-Entry visas to Indian travelers who present a strong financial profile and steady employment or business proof.
At How2Go, our Singapore visa specialists pre-check your form fields, job designation proofs, and financial statements to maximize your chances of receiving a long-term multiple-entry approval.