Singaporean visa for British citizens
A visa is NOT required for British passport holders visiting Singapore for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For British citizens to enter Singapore for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Singapore e-visa for British citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Singapore visa on arrival for British citizens | Not Available | |
Singapore tourist visa requirements:
- Holding British 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 United Kingdom, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Singapore nearest your place of residence.
- London: The High Commission of Singapore in London, United Kingdom (Working hours: Close now)
Singapore visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Singapore diplomatic mission offices to United Kingdom for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United Kingdom traveling to Singapore from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United Kingdom) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 565,308 | N/A |
| 2009 | 571,197 | 1.04% |
| 2010 | 565,308 | -1.03% |
| 2011 | 442,611 | -21.70% |
| 2012 | 446,497 | 0.88% |
| 2013 | 461,459 | 3.35% |
| 2014 | 451,931 | -2.06% |
| 2015 | 473,810 | 4.84% |
| 2016 | 489,205 | 3.25% |
| 2017 | 518,903 | 6.07% |
| 2018 | 588,863 | 13.48% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Singapore & United Kingdom comparison
Singapore's area is approximately 700 km2 (270 sq mi), while the area of United Kingdom is approximately 241,930 km2 (93,409 sq mi). This means United Kingdom is 345.61 times bigger than Singapore.
As of October 2025, Singapore's population is ~6.1 million people - 63,603,560 fewer people than the population of United Kingdom.
We have highlighted Singapore & United Kingdom’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Singapore | United Kingdom | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 6,081,430 | 69,684,990 | 63.6 million fewer people live in Singapore than United Kingdom |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 50 | 222 | Singapore has 172 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United Kingdom. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 148 | 139 | Singapore passport holders can visit 9 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 87 | 348 | Singaporean hosts 261 fewer foreign missions than United Kingdom. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United Kingdom travel to Singapore in one year?
The number of visitors from United Kingdom visiting Singapore in 2018 was approximately 588,863.
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| Wind | 4.02 km/h | |
| Sunrise | 13:50 PM | |
Useful Information
- Singapore to London: 12009.42 km (7462.30 mi)
- Travel time: 25 hours 1 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025