If you’re traveling to Singapore, you’ll need to fill out a disembarkation/embarkation card upon arrival at the airport. Here’s an overview of this Singapore arrival card and how to complete it properly.
What is the Singapore Arrival Card?
The arrival card, also known as a disembarkation or embarkation card, is a legal document required by the immigration authorities of Singapore. It’s essentially an information form that incoming travelers must fill out and submit upon landing at Changi Airport.
Some key details the card requires include your name, passport number, flight info, address where you’ll be staying, and purpose/duration of visit. Singapore citizens and some visa holders may be exempt from filling out the card.
The card is standardized and printed on white paper in two sections – the arrival portion and the departure portion. You’ll fill out the top arrival section upon landing in Singapore.
When Do I Need to Complete It?
All tourists entering Singapore through Changi Airport must complete the arrival card before reaching the immigration counters.
You’ll be given the card along with a pen by airline staff during your flight, usually an hour before landing in Singapore. Use this time to fill it out fully and accurately.
How Do I Fill Out the Arrival Card?
Fill out the arrival portion of the card clearly in BLOCK letters using black or blue pen. Required fields include:
- Full name as in passport
- Passport number
- Nationality
- Flight number
- Date of arrival
- Address in Singapore (hotel or residence where you are staying)
- Total number of days you intend to stay in Singapore
Provide accurate details to avoid any problems or delays during immigration clearance. Don’t forget to sign at the bottom.
What Happens to the Card After Immigration?
After landing, you’ll submit the completed arrival card together with your passport to the immigration officer at the airport.
They will retain the top half and staple the bottom departure portion back into your passport. Don’t lose this departure card – you’ll need it when leaving Singapore.
Following these arrival card guidelines will ensure a smooth immigration process when landing at Changi Airport.
Goh Jun Cheng is the chief staff writer for SingaporeAirport.com. Jun Cheng graduated with a degree in journalism from Nanyang Technological University in Singapore.
He has over 5 years of experience writing about aviation, tourism, and lifestyle topics relevant to locals and visitors in Singapore. His articles provide insights into the rich culture, cuisine, and attractions of Singapore. Jun Cheng is an avid traveler who has visited over 15 countries.
When he is not writing or traveling, he enjoys photography, trying new foods, and hiking. As a longtime Singapore resident, Jun Cheng is passionate about sharing hidden gems and perspectives about his home country.
