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Singapore Changi Airport Transit Visa 2026

Transit airside at Changi is visa-free for nearly all nationalities. Singapore offers a free 96-hour Visa-Free Transit Facility for eligible nationals.

Last verified: 2026-07

Airside transit zone at Singapore Changi Airport

Changi has 4 terminals + Jewel — all airside-connected. Free Singapore Transit Program (VFTF/FTF) for 96 hours if leaving airport.

Usually need a transit visa

  • • For airside: virtually no nationality requires a visa
  • • For entering Singapore: nationals of India, China, Vietnam, others usually need e-Visa unless VFTF-eligible

Usually exempt

  • • Airside transit: all nationalities visa-free up to layover duration
  • • Visa-Free Transit Facility (up to 96 hours in Singapore): PRC + India + Vietnam nationals holding valid US/UK/Canada/Australia/Japan/NZ/Schengen visa or long-term visit visa

Visa types + cost

Airside transit

Duration
Length of layover
Price
Free
Process
None

Visa-Free Transit Facility (VFTF)

Duration
96 hours
Price
Free
Process
Automatic at arrival if you hold valid qualifying visa. Show boarding pass + qualifying visa at immigration.

Real scenarios

Scenario 1
Any nationality, airside SIN transit
No visa needed
Scenario 2
Indian citizen with valid US B-1/B-2 visa wants 3-day Singapore layover
Free 96-hour VFTF at arrival
Scenario 3
US/UK/EU citizen SIN transit or short visit
Visa-free entry for 30-90 days

Official source

https://www.ica.gov.sg/enter-transit-depart/entering-singapore/visa-requirements

Visa rules change frequently. Always verify with the official source before travel.