Asia
Singapore
- Capital
- Singapore
- Population
- 6,111,175
- Currency
- Singapore Dollar (SGD)
- Calling code
- +65
- Languages
- Chinese, English, Malay
- 62missions
- 58embassies
- 1consulate
- 1honorary consulate
Singapore
Embassies and consulates in Singapore
embassies in Singapore
Diplomatic missions from 62 countries are based in Singapore, 62 missions in all (58 embassies, 1 consulate, 1 honorary consulate and 2 other offices). All 58 embassies are in the capital, Singapore.
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All missions in Singapore
By country
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Angola 1 embassy1 -
Argentina 1 embassy1 -
Australia 1 embassy1 -
Belgium 1 embassy1 -
Brazil 1 embassy1 -
Brunei 1 embassy1 -
Cambodia 1 embassy1 -
Canada 1 embassy1 -
Chile 1 embassy1 -
China 1 embassy1 -
Colombia 1 embassy1 -
Czech Republic 1 embassy1 -
Denmark 1 embassy1 -
Egypt 1 embassy1 -
El Salvador 1 embassy1 -
Finland 1 embassy1 -
France 1 embassy1 -
Germany 1 embassy1 -
Holy See 1 embassy1 -
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Hungary 1 embassy1 -
India 1 embassy1 -
Indonesia 1 embassy1 -
Ireland 1 embassy1
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Israel 1 embassy1 -
Italy 1 embassy1 -
Japan 1 embassy1 -
Jordan 1 embassy1 -
Kuwait 1 embassy1 -
Liechtenstein 1 embassy1 -
Malaysia 1 embassy1 -
Monaco 1 consulate1 -
Myanmar 1 embassy1 -
Netherlands 1 embassy1 -
New Zealand 1 embassy1 -
Nigeria 1 embassy1 -
Norway 1 embassy1 -
Pakistan 1 embassy1 -
Panama 1 embassy1 -
Peru 1 embassy1 -
Philippines 1 embassy1 -
Poland 1 embassy1 -
Portugal 1 embassy1 -
Qatar 1 embassy1 -
Romania 1 embassy1 -
Russia 1 embassy1 -
Rwanda 1 embassy1 -
Saudi Arabia 1 embassy1 -
South Africa 1 embassy1 -
South Korea 1 embassy1 -
Spain 1 embassy1 -
Sudan 1 honorary consulate1 -
Switzerland 1 embassy1 -
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Thailand 1 embassy1 -
Turkey 1 embassy1 -
Ukraine 1 embassy1 -
United Arab Emirates 1 embassy1 -
United Kingdom 1 embassy1 -
United States 1 embassy1 -
Uzbekistan 1 embassy1 -
Vietnam 1 embassy1
Visa rules for Singapore
Singapore visa guide · 10 visa types
Of the 198 passports in the visa data, 164 can enter visa-free and 34 need an e-Visa for Singapore.
Visa statistics
Schengen visa applications in Singapore
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate | Multiple-entry share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 35,643 | 33,696 | 1,486 | 4.2% | 49.8% |
| 2024 (part of the year) | 38,188 | 36,147 | 1,594 | 4.2% | 48.1% |
| 2025 | 39,226 | 36,868 | 1,997 | 5.1% | 38.7% |
By Schengen state, 2025
| Country | Applications | Visas issued | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | 9,316 | 8,512 | 8.0% |
| Germany | 5,471 | 4,986 | 8.0% |
| Spain | 4,660 | 4,377 | 4.3% |
| Italy | 4,590 | 4,550 | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | 4,477 | 4,293 | 2.5% |
| Denmark | 3,846 | 3,728 | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | 2,721 | 2,419 | 10.3% |
| Greece | 1,279 | 1,265 | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 737 | 674 | 8.5% |
| Belgium | 730 | 717 | 0.4% |
| Poland | 472 | 441 | 6.6% |
| Hungary | 420 | 412 | 1.0% |
Schengen consulates in Singapore received 39,226 short-stay visa applications in 2025, and issued 36,868 visas. 5.1% of applications were refused (worldwide: 14.6%). In 2024 the rate was much the same, 4.2%. Applications rose by 3% compared with 2024 (38,188).
Most applications went to France (9,316), Germany (5,471), Spain (4,660) and Italy (4,590).
Among the states with at least 500 applications, the lowest refusal rate was Belgium’s (0.4%) and the highest the Netherlands’ (10.3%). The sharpest rise since 2024 was at the consulates of the Netherlands (+5.2 points).
Bulgaria and Romania began issuing Schengen visas on 31 March 2024, so their 2024 figures cover part of the year. The numbers include every nationality applying in Singapore.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2023–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
US visas issued to citizens of Singapore
| Visas issued | FY 2024 | FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Visitor (B) | 744 | 726 |
| Student (F, M) | 1,845 | 1,619 |
| Exchange (J) | 1,058 | 1,023 |
| Work and treaty (H, L, O, E…) | 2,557 | 2,667 |
| Transit and crew (C, D) | 1,875 | 1,468 |
| Diplomatic and official (A, G) | 1,922 | 2,192 |
| Fiancé(e) (K) | 56 | 16 |
| Total | 10,057 | 9,711 |
| B visa refusal rate (adjusted) | 10.4% | 18.6% |
In fiscal year 2025 (October 2024 to September 2025) the United States issued 9,711 nonimmigrant visas to citizens of Singapore, the 80th highest number of the 206 nationalities listed. Work and treaty visas (H, L, O, E and others) made up 27%, diplomatic and official visas 23% and student visas 17%. That is 3% fewer than in fiscal year 2024 (10,057).
From October 2025 to February 2026, citizens of Singapore received 3,269, 3% fewer than in the same months a year earlier.
For visitor visas (B1/B2) the State Department reports an adjusted refusal rate of 18.6% for citizens of Singapore in fiscal year 2025 (fiscal year 2024: 10.4%).
Source: US Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, monthly nonimmigrant visa issuances up to February 2026 and adjusted refusal rates (public domain). US fiscal years run from October to September. How these figures are made
Singapore’s own missions abroad
Singapore’s embassies abroad (54)
In the other direction, Singapore runs 54 missions in 41 countries. Its largest networks are in Germany (4), China (3), Bangladesh (2), Spain (2) and Indonesia (2).
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Singapore
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Deepavali
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Chinese New Year
Good to know
Where the embassies are
All 58 embassies are in the capital, Singapore.
Travel advice for Singapore
Foreign ministries’ advice on travel to Singapore: the US State Department rates Singapore at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 8 March 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Singapore (updated 19 March 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Singapore (updated 20 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Singapore?
Of 198 passports, 164 can enter visa-free and 34 need an e-Visa for Singapore; the visa rules page for your own passport has the answer for you.
When are embassies in Singapore closed?
On Singapore’s public holidays and on each mission’s own national day; the next public holiday is Deepavali on Monday 9 November 2026.