Singapore is one of the most popular destinations in Asia, attracting millions of visitors every year with its vibrant culture, diverse cuisine, and stunning attractions. But before you pack your bags and hop on a plane, there's one thing you need to do: fill out the Singapore Arrival Card.
The Singapore Arrival Card Overview
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The Singapore Arrival Card is a mandatory health declaration form that all travelers to Singapore must complete online before arrival. It replaces the old paper-based Disembarkation/Embarkation (D/E) card that you used to fill out on the plane or at the airport.
The Singapore Arrival Card is part of the country's efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure the safety of its residents and visitors. By filling out the form, you provide important information about your identity, travel history, health status, and contact details. This helps the authorities to monitor your health and contact you if necessary.
In this article, we'll tell you everything you need to know about the Singapore Arrival Card: what it is, how to get it, when to submit it, what to do with it, and more. We'll also answer some frequently asked questions that travelers often have about the form.
So read on and get ready for your trip to Singapore!
What Is The Singapore Arrival Card?
The Singapore Arrival Card is an electronic form that you need to fill out online before you arrive in Singapore. It collects information such as:
- Your personal details (name, nationality, passport number, etc.)
- Your travel details (flight number, arrival date and time, etc.)
- Your accommodation details (hotel name and address, etc.)
- Your health declaration (whether you have any symptoms of COVID-19, whether you have been in contact with anyone who has COVID-19, whether you have been vaccinated against COVID-19, etc.)
- Your contact details (phone number, email address, etc.)
The Singapore Arrival Card is required for all travelers to Singapore, except for:
- Singapore citizens
- Singapore permanent residents
- Long-term pass holders (such as work permit holders, student pass holders, etc.) who enter via land checkpoints
You can fill out the Singapore Arrival Card up to three days before your arrival date. For example, if you are arriving in Singapore on October 10th, you can submit your form from October 7th onwards.
You can access the Singapore Arrival Card through:
- The ICA website
- The MyICA Mobile app
- The Visit Singapore Travel Guide app
You will need an internet connection to fill out and submit the form. You will also need a valid email address to receive your confirmation email.
Once you submit your form successfully, you will receive a confirmation email with a PDF document attached. The PDF document contains your SG Arrival Card number (also known as DE number) and a QR code. You will need to show this document (either printed or on your mobile device) when you arrive in Singapore.
Why Do You Need The Singapore Arrival Card?
The Singapore Arrival Card is part of the country's COVID-19 prevention measures. By filling out the form, you help the authorities to:
- Track your travel history and health status.
- Contact you if you or someone you have been in contact with tests positive for COVID-19.
- Provide you with relevant health advice and support.
- Enforce quarantine and isolation rules if necessary.
- The Singapore Arrival Card helps to speed up your immigration clearance process at the airport or land checkpoint. Instead of filling out a paper form and handing it over to an officer, you can simply scan your QR code at an automated lane or show it to an officer at a manned counter.
- The Singapore Arrival Card also helps to reduce paper waste and environmental impact. By using an electronic form instead of a paper form, you save trees and resources.
Credits: https://sg.trip.com/guide/transport/singapore-arrival-card.html
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