Singapore SG Arrival Card 2026: MyICA App Update From September 30

MyICA App Singapore: Enhanced SG Arrival Card Available From September 30

Travellers heading to Singapore will soon have a more convenient way to complete the Singapore SG Arrival Card.

From September 30, 2026, the enhanced SG Arrival Card will be available through the MyICA Mobile app. Travellers are advised to update the app before submitting their arrival information.

The updated system is designed to make the arrival process easier, with additional language options and passport scanning features that can automatically fill in some traveller details.

What is the Singapore SG Arrival Card?

The SG Arrival Card (SGAC) is Singapore’s electronic arrival and health declaration that travellers need to submit before entering the country. It is not a visa and does not replace a Singapore visa when one is required. The SG Arrival Card submission itself is free.

Travellers generally need to submit the SG Arrival Card within three days, including the day of arrival, before reaching Singapore.

What is Changing From September 30, 2026?

The enhanced SG Arrival Card will become available through the MyICA Mobile app from September 30.

According to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA), travellers should update their MyICA app before making their submission. The same advice applies to travellers who use the app to generate QR codes for immigration clearance at Singapore’s land checkpoints.

Passport Scanning Makes SG Arrival Card Submission Easier

One of the notable changes is the expanded passport-scanning feature.

Previously, passport-scan autofill was available to foreign travellers. With the enhanced system, Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders can also use passport scanning to autofill their information, alongside the existing Singpass information retrieval option.

This could reduce the amount of information travellers need to enter manually when completing the arrival card.

Who Needs to Submit the SG Arrival Card?

The SG Arrival Card is required for travellers entering Singapore, including Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders in situations covered by the ICA requirements. There are exceptions.

Travellers generally do not need to submit the SG Arrival Card if they are:

• Transiting or transferring through Singapore without seeking immigration clearance.
• Singapore citizens, permanent residents or eligible long-term pass holders entering Singapore through the Woodlands or Tuas land checkpoints.

Travellers arriving by air or sea should check the applicable ICA requirements before their journey.

How many languages are available on the enhanced SG Arrival Card?

Original 12 Languages: English, Chinese (Simplified), Malay, Tamil, Vietnamese, Hindi, Bengali, German, French, Japanese, Korean and Thai.

**New 7 languages added: Bahasa Indonesia, Dutch, Arabic, Spanish, Russian, Filipino (Tagalog) and Italian.

How to Submit the Singapore SG Arrival Card?

Travellers can submit the SG Arrival Card through the official ICA’s online SGAC e-Service.

1. SGAC e-Service: Submit your SG Arrival Card online through the official ICA website.
2. MyICA Mobile App: Download the official MyICA Mobile app for free from:
   🍎 App Store (iOS)
   🤖 Google Play (Android)
3. Save Your Profile: The MyICA Mobile app can save your profile details and automatically fill in relevant information for future trips to Singapore.
4. Free Submission: SG Arrival Card submission is completely free of charge.
5. Avoid Paid Services: ICA does not support or endorse commercial websites or companies that charge travellers to submit the SG Arrival Card.
6. Use Official ICA Channels: Travellers should submit the SGAC only through the official ICA e-Service or MyICA Mobile app.

Is the SG Arrival Card Free?

Yes. SG Arrival Card submission is free of charge when using the official ICA website or MyICA Mobile app.

ICA also warns travellers about commercial websites and services that charge fees for submitting the arrival card. Travellers should use the official ICA channels instead.

When Should You Submit the SG Arrival Card?

You can submit the SG Arrival Card within three days before your arrival in Singapore, including the day you arrive.

For example, if you are arriving in Singapore on October 10, you can complete the submission during the applicable three-day window before arrival.

It is better to complete the form before reaching the immigration checkpoint so that your arrival process is smoother.

What Travellers Should Do Before September 30?

If you are planning to visit Singapore from September 30 onwards, make sure you:

1. Update the MyICA Mobile app.
2. Check that your passport details are correct.
3. Submit the SG Arrival Card within the permitted time.
4. Complete the electronic health declaration.
5. Use only official ICA channels.
6. Remember that the SG Arrival Card is not a visa.

The enhanced version is intended to make the process more convenient, particularly for travellers who prefer using the MyICA app.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the Singapore SG Arrival Card mandatory?

• Yes. Travellers entering Singapore generally need to submit the SG Arrival Card before arrival, subject to ICA’s stated exemptions.

2. When will the enhanced SG Arrival Card be available on the MyICA app?

• The enhanced SG Arrival Card will be available on the MyICA Mobile app from September 30, 2026. Travellers should update the app before submitting their arrival card.

3. Is the SG Arrival Card the same as a Singapore visa?

• No. The SG Arrival Card is an electronic arrival and health declaration. It does not replace a visa for travellers who require one.

4. Do I have to pay for the Singapore Arrival Card?

• No. The official SG Arrival Card submission through ICA’s website or MyICA app is free.

5. Can I use passport scanning to fill in my details?

• Yes. The enhanced system expands passport-scan autofill to Singapore citizens, permanent residents and long-term pass holders, in addition to foreign travellers.

6. Where can I submit the SG Arrival Card?

• You can submit it through the official ICA SG Arrival Card e-Service or the MyICA Mobile app.