There are two ways to apply for a Singapore tourist visa: through a resident or authorized agents. Here's how they work: 

Option 1: Apply through a Singapore resident online.

• If you have a Singaporean friend or family member willing to sponsor your visit, it's advantageous.
• Your sponsor will visit the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website, find the necessary forms, and fill them out with your details
• Supporting documents like a valid passport, invitation letter, and proof of sponsorship are required.
• Once approved, you'll receive your tourist visa, enabling you to plan your trip.

Option 2: Apply through Authorized Agents Apply through authorized agents who can help ease the process in starting your Singapore visa application.

Certainly, Indians have the option to obtain a Multiple Entry Visa for Singapore, which permits them to make multiple visits to the country within a predetermined period, often up to two years. During each visit, the usual maximum stay is typically limited to 30 days. This visa provides convenience and flexibility for frequent travellers, eliminating the need for a fresh visa application on each visit.  The multiple entry visa can have a validity of 1, 2, or 5 years.

No, there is no specific transit visa for Indians in Singapore. If you go through immigration at Changi International Airport during your transit in Singapore, you will need to obtain a Singapore short-term pass or entry visa to ensure a smooth transit process. However, eligible Indian citizens may utilize the Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF) in Singapore, which permits them to transit without the need for a visa.

You can file an appeal within one month from the date of your visa rejection. To do so, you can use the services of the Authorized Visa Agent through which you originally submitted your application. It's important to keep in mind that the appeal process typically takes around 14 working days, with the timeframe varying based on the complexity of the case. Each appeal is individually reviewed and evaluated on its own merits.

If you are transiting to or from a third country through Singapore, you might qualify for the 96-hour Visa Free Transit Facility (VFTF) if you meet these conditions: 1. You can enter Singapore by any mode of transport, but your departure should be by air or sea. 2. You must possess a valid onward ticket for air, ferry, or cruise departing from Singapore within 96 hours. 3. You need to hold a valid visa or long-term pass, with at least one month of validity from your entry date under the VFTF, issued by any of these countries:   - Australia   - Canada   - Germany   - Japan   - New Zealand   - Switzerland   - United Kingdom   - United States of America

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