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When can I submit the SG Arrival Card?

The short answer

Within 3 days before you arrive in Singapore, counting the day you arrive. Arriving on 30 June means you can submit from 28 June. All travellers arriving in Singapore. Visitors give arrival details and a health declaration. Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders give the health declaration only. It's free on SG Arrival Card (ICA).

Checked against official sources on 3 October 2026.

When the window opens

Within 3 days before you arrive in Singapore, counting the day you arrive. Arriving on 30 June means you can submit from 28 June.

When the SG Arrival Card window opens for a few arrival days
You land onYou can submit from
FridayWednesday
MondaySaturday
The 30th of the monthThe 28th

Times are local to the arrival airport. Use the free arrival card countdown to see exactly when yours opens and get a calendar reminder.

What you'll need

  • Passport details
  • Arrival details
  • Electronic health declaration

Good to know

  • You can submit on the SG Arrival Card e-Service or in the MyICA Mobile app.

Questions travellers ask

How early can I submit the SG Arrival Card?

Within 3 days before you arrive in Singapore, counting the day you arrive. Arriving on 30 June means you can submit from 28 June.

Who needs the SG Arrival Card?

All travellers arriving in Singapore. Visitors give arrival details and a health declaration. Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders give the health declaration only. Exempt: travellers transiting through Singapore without clearing immigration.

Is the SG Arrival Card free?

Yes, on the official site, SG Arrival Card (ICA).

Do children need one?

Every traveller is covered by a submission, including children.

Official sources

Last checked 3 October 2026. Rules can change at short notice, so always confirm on the official site before you travel. WayReady is not a government agency.

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