Singaporean visa for Japanese citizens
A visa is NOT required for Japanese passport holders visiting Singapore for a short-term stay: 30 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Japanese citizens to enter Singapore for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 30 days |
| Evisa | Singapore e-visa for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Singapore visa on arrival for Japanese citizens | Not Available | |
Singapore tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Japanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Singapore.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Singapore.
If you are looking for Singapore visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Japan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Singapore nearest your place of residence.
- Tokyo: The Embassy of Singapore in Tokyo, Japan (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 8 minutes)
- Nagoya: The Honorary Consulate General of Singapore in Nagoya, Japan (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 8 minutes)
- Osaka: The Honorary Consulate General of Singapore in Osaka, Japan (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 8 minutes)
Singapore visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Singapore diplomatic mission offices to Japan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Japan traveling to Singapore from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Japan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 623,596 | N/A |
| 2009 | 689,237 | 10.53% |
| 2010 | 630,160 | -8.57% |
| 2011 | 656,417 | 4.17% |
| 2012 | 757,116 | 15.34% |
| 2013 | 832,845 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | 824,741 | -0.97% |
| 2015 | 789,179 | -4.31% |
| 2016 | 783,721 | -0.69% |
| 2017 | 792,813 | 1.16% |
| 2018 | 829,664 | 4.65% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Singapore & Japan comparison
Singapore's area is approximately 700 km2 (270 sq mi), while the area of Japan is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi). This means Japan is 520.79 times bigger than Singapore.
As of November 2025, Singapore's population is ~6.1 million people - 118,497,884 fewer people than the population of Japan.
We have highlighted Singapore & Japan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Singapore | Japan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,081,430 | 124,579,314 | 118.5 million fewer people live in Singapore than Japan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 50 | 247 | Singapore has 197 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Japan. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 148 | 142 | Singapore passport holders can visit 6 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 87 | 421 | Singaporean hosts 334 fewer foreign missions than Japan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Japan travel to Singapore in one year?
The number of visitors from Japan visiting Singapore in 2018 was approximately 829,664.
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- Singapore to Tokyo: 4899.34 km (3044.31 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 12 minutes
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