Do Russian citizens need a visa for Singapore?
The official link goes to ica.gov.sg. NUM isn’t a government agency or a visa service. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you pay or travel.
Singapore entry rules for Russian citizens.
| Verdict | e-Visa before you fly |
|---|---|
| Document | Singapore e-Visa |
| Fee | SGD 30 processing fee (non-refundable; agents may add their own charges) |
| Stay | Period set by ICA officer at entry (not tied to visa validity) |
| When to apply | Apply within 30 days before arrival; ~3 working days processing |
| Checked | Verified on an official page · 2026-10-11 |
The rest of the trip for a Russian passport, from the arrival form to customs and travelling with children: Singapore entry requirements.
The details for a Russian passport.
Singapore e-Visa required. There is no self-service portal: it is lodged through ICA's e-Service by a Singapore local contact (Singpass/Corppass), a strategic partner / authorised visa agent appointed by a Singapore mission, or at a Singapore overseas mission. Not available at the immigration counter. Processing about 3 working days; apply within 30 days before arrival. Passport must be valid 6 months from entry. Beware look-alike 'Singapore visa' websites. Russian nationals may use the 96-hour Visa Free Transit Facility if transiting to/from a third country with a confirmed onward air ticket.
How long it must be valid.
Passport must be valid at least 6 months from the date of entry (ICA; also Japan MOFA and Germany's Foreign Office; Ireland's DFA words it as 6 months beyond intended departure). Also required for transit per Canada. German ID cards are not accepted. Residents have no minimum.
Recent changes in Singapore.
- 2025-09-01 — Tougher vaping penalties: first-offence composition fine raised to SGD 700 (adults); re-offending short-term visitors banned from re-entry; etomidate vapes treated as Class C drugs, with deportation and entry bans for foreigners caught with them.
- 2026-01-30 — ICA began issuing No-Boarding Directives to airlines for flights to Singapore.
- 2026-05-01 — Tobacco and Vaporisers Control Act in force; etomidate listed as a Specified Psychoactive Substance.
The short answers.
Do Russian citizens need a visa for Singapore?
Yes. Russian citizens apply online for the Singapore e-Visa before travelling for stays of Period set by ICA officer at entry (not tied to visa validity).
How much does it cost for Russian citizens?
SGD 30 processing fee (non-refundable; agents may add their own charges). Fees change, so confirm on the official site before you pay.
How long can Russian citizens stay in Singapore?
Period set by ICA officer at entry (not tied to visa validity). Longer stays need a different visa.
When should Russian citizens apply?
Apply within 30 days before arrival; ~3 working days processing.
Where do Russian citizens apply?
On the official site, ica.gov.sg. NUM links it and never charges for the link.
Does NUM issue Singapore visas?
No. Only the government issues them. NUM explains the rule for your passport, links the official site, and can file the form for you where its desk covers it.