How to Fill the Singapore Arrival Card — Step by Step
Filling the Singapore Arrival Card takes 8 steps and under 10 minutes at the official ICA portal — provided you have all required information ready before you start.
1
Go to the Official ICA Website or MyICA App
Navigate to the official ICA portal: eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard
Alternatively, download the MyICA mobile app (available on iOS App Store and Google Play) and access the Singapore Arrival Card from the app's main menu. See our MyICA app guide for a full walkthrough.
2
Start a New Arrival Card
On the ICA website:
- Click "Proceed" on the Singapore Arrival Card landing page
- No account or login is required
On the MyICA app:
- Log in using your visitor credentials (no Singpass required)
- Select "Singapore Arrival Card" from the services menu
- Tap "Apply"
💡 Note: The MyICA app saves your progress automatically, so you can return to a partially completed form. The ICA website does not save progress — complete it in one session.
3
Enter Your Personal Particulars
This section collects your identity information from your passport. Enter each field exactly as it appears on your passport — no abbreviations, no nicknames.
| Field |
What to Enter |
Common Mistake |
| Full name |
Exactly as on passport, including middle names |
Using nickname or omitting middle name |
| Passport number |
All characters, no spaces |
Adding spaces or wrong characters |
| Nationality |
Select from dropdown |
Confusing nationality with country of birth |
| Date of birth |
DD/MM/YYYY format |
Wrong date format (MM/DD/YYYY) |
| Gender |
Male / Female |
— |
| Country of birth |
Where you were born (may differ from nationality) |
Selecting nationality instead of birth country |
| Passport expiry date |
DD/MM/YYYY — must be valid for your stay |
Entering issue date instead of expiry date |
| Occupation |
Your job title (e.g., "Software Engineer", "Teacher") |
Leaving blank or entering "N/A" |
⚠️ Critical: Your passport number is the most common source of errors. Double-check every character — letters and numbers can look similar (e.g., 0 vs O, 1 vs I).
4
Enter Your Travel Details
This section records how and when you are entering Singapore.
| Field |
What to Enter |
Example |
| Flight/vessel number |
Airline code + number, no spaces |
SQ321, EK431, TR123 |
| Port of departure |
City or airport you're departing from |
London Heathrow, Dubai, Kuala Lumpur |
| Date of arrival |
Your scheduled arrival date in Singapore |
25/03/2026 |
| Purpose of visit |
Select the most accurate option |
Tourism, Business, Transit, Others |
Purpose of visit options explained:
- Tourism — holiday, sightseeing, visiting friends/family
- Business — meetings, conferences, trade (not working for a Singapore employer)
- Transit — passing through Singapore to another destination
- Others — medical treatment, education, other purposes
💡 Overnight flights: If your flight departs on the 24th and arrives on the 25th, enter 25th as your arrival date — the date you land in Singapore, not the date you depart.
5
Enter Your Singapore Accommodation Address
Enter the full address of where you will be staying on your first night in Singapore.
Common accommodation scenarios:
- Hotel: Enter the hotel's full name, street address, and postal code (find it on your booking confirmation)
- Staying with a friend or family: Enter their full home address (block number, street name, unit number, postal code)
- Airbnb or serviced apartment: Enter the property's full address as listed in your booking
- Multiple hotels during your trip: Enter only your first night's accommodation — you do not need to list all hotels
- Cruise ship: Enter the cruise terminal address (e.g., Marina Bay Cruise Centre Singapore, 61 Marina Coastal Drive, Singapore 018947)
💡 Address format: Block/Building Number, Street Name, #Unit Number, Singapore XXXXXX (6-digit postal code).
Example: 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
6
Complete the Health Declaration
The health declaration section asks you to confirm your current health status. Answer all questions honestly and accurately.
Typical questions include:
- Do you currently have a fever (≥38°C)?
- Do you have any of the following symptoms: cough, runny nose, sore throat, shortness of breath?
- Have you been in close contact with a confirmed case of a communicable disease in the past 14 days?
- Are you currently under a quarantine order or stay-home notice?
Answer each question with Yes or No. If you answer Yes to any question, you may be directed to a health screening area upon arrival — this is standard procedure and not a cause for concern.
For detailed information on Singapore's health entry requirements, see our Singapore Health Declaration guide.
7
Review Your Information
Before submitting, carefully review every field on the summary screen.
Pay particular attention to:
- Passport number — most common error
- Arrival date — especially for overnight flights
- Accommodation address — must be complete with postal code
- Full name — must match passport exactly
⚠️ Important: There is no edit function after submission. If you spot an error after submitting, you must submit a completely new Singapore Arrival Card. The most recently submitted form is the valid one.
8
Submit and Save Your QR Code
Click "Submit" to complete your Singapore Arrival Card.
What happens next:
- A QR code confirmation is sent to your email address immediately
- The QR code is also displayed on screen — screenshot it immediately
- Save the QR code offline (screenshot or download) in case you have no internet access at the airport
- Present the QR code at the immigration counter or automated clearance lane upon arrival in Singapore
💡 No printing needed: The QR code is your proof of SGAC submission. Show it on your phone screen at immigration — a screenshot works perfectly.
For details on what happens at the airport after submitting your SGAC, see our Singapore immigration clearance guide.