Chinese visa for Singaporean citizens
A visa is NOT required for Singaporean passport holders visiting China for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Singaporean citizens to enter China for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | China e-visa for Singaporean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | China visa on arrival for Singaporean citizens | Not Available | |
China tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Singaporean passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in China.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from China.
If you are looking for China visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Singapore, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of China nearest your place of residence.
- Singapore City: The Embassy of China in Singapore City, Singapore (Working hours: Close now)
China visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest China diplomatic mission offices to Singapore for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Singapore traveling to China from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Singapore) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 918,270 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,005,264 | 9.47% |
| 2010 | 1,014,930 | 0.96% |
| 2011 | 995,598 | -1.90% |
| 2012 | 985,931 | -0.97% |
| 2013 | 966,600 | -1.96% |
| 2014 | 971,400 | 0.50% |
| 2015 | 905,300 | -6.80% |
| 2016 | 924,600 | 2.13% |
| 2017 | 941,200 | 1.80% |
| 2018 | 978,000 | 3.91% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
China & Singapore comparison
China's area is approximately 9,388,211 km2 (3,624,807 sq mi), while the area of Singapore is approximately 700 km2 (270 sq mi). This means Singapore is 13411.73 times smaller than China.
As of November 2025, China's population is ~1.5 billion people - 1,461,309,159 more people than the population of Singapore.
We have highlighted China & Singapore’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| China | Singapore | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 1,467,390,589 | 6,081,430 | 1.5 billion more people live in China than Singapore |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 276 | 50 | China has 226 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Singapore. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 37 | 148 | China passport holders visit 111 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 344 | 87 | Chinese hosts 257 more foreign missions than Singapore. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Singapore travel to China in one year?
The number of visitors from Singapore visiting China in 2018 was approximately 978,000.
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| Sunrise | 05:46 AM | |
Useful Information
- Beijing to Singapore: 3451.16 km (2144.45 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 11 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025