Over the past few months, Singapore has simplified our country/region classification and border measures to pave the way for more Vaccinated Travel. With many countries/regions having passed the peak of their Omicron wave and our local COVID-19 situation stabilising, we are ready to launch the Vaccinated Travel Framework for all travellers including Short-Term Visitors (STVs). We will classify all countries/regions either under the General Travel or the Restricted Category and accord border measures by individual travellers' vaccination status. All countries/regions will come under the General Travel Category to begin with. There are no countries/regions in the Restricted Category currently.

General Travel Category Border Measures

1. From 31 March 2022, 2359 hours (Singapore time), the border measures for travellers arriving via air or sea checkpoints from countries/regions in the General Travel Category will be as follows:
   1. All fully vaccinated travellers[1] and non-fully vaccinated children aged 12 and below[2] are permitted to enter Singapore. All vaccination certificates, regardless of country of issuance and whether digitally verifiable or not, will be accepted as proof of vaccination. They will not need to apply for entry approvals (Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP)) or take designated Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) transport. They will continue to be subjected to a pre-departure test (PDT) within 2 days before departure for Singapore, but will no longer be required to serve a Stay-Home Notice (SHN) or undergo an unsupervised Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) after arriving in Singapore. We will continue to monitor the local and global COVID-19 situations and consider removing the PDT requirement in the coming weeks;
   2. Non-fully vaccinated Long-Term Pass Holders (LTPHs) and STVs aged 13 and above are generally not allowed to enter Singapore, with the following exceptions (i) LTPHs medically ineligible for vaccines ; (ii) LTPHs aged 13 to 17, subject to the appropriate measures[3] and (iii) LTPHs and STVs with other valid entry approval (e.g. for compassionate reasons). They are required to take a PDT within 2 days before departure for Singapore, undergo a 7-day SHN, and take a PCR test at the end of their SHN period. 
   3. See Annex A for a summary on entry requirements to Singapore.

Restricted Category Border Measures

2. In the event of a new variant with potentially significant public health risk, we may re-classify significantly affected countries/regions under the Restricted Category with stringent border measures, such as the need for entry approvals for STVs to enter Singapore. This is to enable us to limit the risk of importing new and potentially dangerous variants if they arise, as well as to buy time for experts to better understand the characteristics of these variants and to develop appropriate public health recommendations.[4]
3. See Annex B for details on the border measures for travellers arriving from 31 March 2022, 2359 The latest border requirements can be found on the SafeTravel website. Travellers are strongly advised to visit the website to check the latest border measures before entering Singapore, and be prepared to adhere to the prevailing border measures upon entry into Singapore.  

Updates on Safe Management Measures (SMMs)

4. From 29 March 2022, the following adjustments will be implemented:
   1. Group Sizes. The permissible group size for social gatherings will be increased from 5 persons to 10 persons for mask-off activities.
   2. Mask-Wearing. Mask-wearing will continue to be required for indoor settings when people leave their homes, but will be optional in outdoor settings. However, individuals are encouraged to wear their masks even when outdoors for personal protection and to protect others, especially in crowded areas. Indoor places refer to all buildings/places with clearly defined entrances/exits, such as office buildings, shopping malls, public transport (i.e. when commuting in trains and buses), and includes hawker centres and coffeeshops. Places which are sheltered but with open access generally, such as Housing Development Board (HDB) void decks, retail block walkways, bus stops, and naturally ventilated bus interchanges will be regarded as outdoor areas.
   3. Safe Distancing. Safe distancing continues to be encouraged but will not be required between individuals or groups for mask-on settings. A safe distance of 1 metre will continue to be required for mask-off settings. between individuals or between groups up to the prevailing group size limit.
   4. Capacity Limits. The capacity limit of 50% for large events and settings of more than 1,000 pax[5] will be increased to 75%. This means that:
      1. For smaller settings/events with ≤1,000 pax, they can proceed without being subject to any capacity limit.
      2. For larger settings/events with >1,000 pax and that are mask-on[6], they will be subject to operating within 75% of the capacity limit of the venue. For mask-off events, individuals or groups of individuals up to the prevailing group size will be required to comply with the 1 metre safe distancing requirement.

See Annex C for the list of settings/events covered.

5. Dine-in at food and beverage (F&B) establishments. In line with the increase in group size, groups of up to 10 fully vaccinated persons will be allowed to dine-in at F&B establishments, including hawker centres and coffee shops, where full vaccination-differentiated SMMs (VDS) checks have been implemented at their entrances.
6. Alcohol consumption. The current restriction, in F&B establishments, on the sale and consumption of alcohol after 10.30pm will be lifted.
7. Live performances and screening of programmes. Live performances will be allowed to resume at all venues, including F&B establishments. Screening of live broadcast programmes and recorded entertainment in F&B establishments will also resume.
8. Social events and larger-scale social gatherings. Larger-scale social gatherings and events (e.g gala dinners, corporate dinner-and-dance events (D&Ds)) will be allowed to resume. Organisers of these events should still comply to prevailing SMMs (i.e no more than 10 persons per table, and safe distancing of 1 m maintained between tables). Participants are encouraged to limit their interactions to the same group they are seated with.

 The SingapoReimagine Campaign

9. SingapoReimagine (SRI) is an international campaign to rally local and global communities to reset and revive tourism, while building the anticipation for travel to Singapore. As travel gradually resumes, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) aims to reignite the passion to travel by showcasing how Singapore has reimagined itself through fresh and innovative experiences, while ensuring peace-of-mind for all travellers. See Annex D on how STB Oceania has encouraged New Zealanders to reimagine Singapore.

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Notes to Editors:

Annex A

The following parameters will apply to travellers entering Singapore under the new Vaccinated Travel Framework:

1. Vaccination – Short-term visitors must be fully vaccinated to enter Singapore. All vaccination certificates, regardless of country of issuance and whether digitally verifiable or not, will be accepted as proof of vaccination. Children aged 12 years and below are exempted from the vaccination requirement.
2. Entry Approval – Short-term visitors will no longer need to apply for Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP). They are not required to present their VTP at boarding and arrival immigration.
3. Travel History – Travellers who have spent the last seven days in countries/regions classified under the Singapore Ministry of Health's (MOH) General Travel Category can enter quarantine free, without having to serve Stay-Home Notice.
4. Designated Flights – Travellers may enter Singapore on any flight.
5. Testing – Travellers will no longer be required to undergo an unsupervised self-administered Antigen Rapid Test (ART) within 24 hours of arrival in Singapore. However, they must still take a pre-departure test within two days before departing for Singapore and obtain a negative test result. The PDT can be a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test, a professional-administered Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) or a self-administered RAT that is remotely supervised by a RAT provider in Singapore that provide such services.
6. Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC) – All travellers must submit their SGAC at https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/sgarrivalcard/ within three days before entering Singapore. To facilitate a smooth check-in and arrival process in Singapore, travellers are strongly encouraged to submit their SGAC before departure. This will minimise the manual document checks required. They may present their SGAC acknowledgment email with any relevant supporting documentation required, to airlines at check-in before boarding their flight to Singapore.
7. Additional Requirements for Short-Term Visitors – Travellers must apply for an entry visa (if required), purchase COVID-19 travel insurance, and use the TraceTogether app in Singapore.

Short-term visitors entering Singapore from 31 March 2022, 2359 hours (Singapore time) should refer to the requirements applicable to them, depending on their vaccination status: click here for fully vaccinated travellers, and click here for unvaccinated or partially vaccinated travellers. Those who do not fulfil the requirements may be denied entry into Singapore.

If they are entering Singapore before 31 March 2022, 2359 hours (Singapore time), they must continue to fulfil all Vaccinated Travel Lane Conditions to enter Singapore under the VTL schemes. Thereafter, all VTPs will be allowed to lapse and expire.

Annex B

Border Measures for Arrivals from 31 March 2022, 2359 hours 

* General Travel Category border measures for fully vaccinated land travellers will be announced separately.

% Travellers are subjected to Restricted Category border measures regardless of vaccination status if their 7-day travel history includes Restricted Category countries/ regions.

^ There may be administrative, health, and vaccination requirements that are in addition or differ from the measures above. Check the SafeTravel website for details.

& Refer to https://go.gov.sg/remote-art-overseas-sg for a list of approved remotely supervised RAT PDT providers, and the travellers and countries/regions that this service applies to.

# Travellers should isolate in their room and minimise contact with any household members, especially vulnerable household members. If this is not feasible, travellers or the vulnerable household members should consider alternative accommodation.

@ The charges for 7-day SHN at a dedicated SHN facility currently amount to $1,015.

+ Travellers will be notified of their test appointment closer to the date of their exit PCR test.

Annex C

List of Setting/Events Subject to Capacity Limit (for >1,000 Pax)

*For other settings such as shopping malls and large standalone stores, the density limit of 7 sqm/pax (equivalent to a 75% capacity limit) will apply where there are more than 1,000 visitors at any one time.

Annex D

As part of STB Oceania's efforts to keep Singapore top of mind and to entice the return of New Zealander travellers, we've embarked on a series of initiatives such as:

1. A content partnership with Australian indie media house, Urban List, to launch a new platform Urban List Singapore. The collaboration gives Urban List readers access to Singapore content and is the first destination outside of Australia and New Zealand to have its own dedicated page. The partnership offers a comprehensive source of specially curated editorial, social and video content.
2. A three-part video series, SingapoRevealed, to keep the wanderlust for Singapore alive. The series was hosted by Fiona Xie who played Kitty Pong in the Hollywood film Crazy Rich Asians, a character that was extremely popular with Australian audiences, and featured 5 Aussie and Kiwi expats based in Singapore. They were:

• Wade Pearce – Marine and Yachting Consultant, and Founder of SG Marine Guide
• Kirstie Gannaway – Professional MMA fighter and Fitness/Martial Arts Instructor
• Shaun McEwan – MC and Charity Auctioneer
• Rebecca Assice – Founder of the Virtual Room Asia Pacific
• Dr. Donna Brunero – Senior Lecturer at the National University of Singapore

[1] This includes Short-Term Visitors (STVs) and Work Permit Holders (WPH). Please refer to MOM website for details.

[2] To illustrate, for 2022, non-fully vaccinated children born in or after 2010 may enter Singapore using the protocols for fully vaccinated travellers.

[3] Non-fully vaccinated LTPHs aged 13 – 17 years may enter Singapore without needing to apply for entry approval, subject to a 7-day SHN at their declared place of accommodation and exit-SHN PCR test. They should also complete the full vaccination regime after arriving in Singapore.

[4] There are currently no Restricted Category countries/regions. Travellers with travel history to Restricted Category countries/regions in the last 7 days will be required to take pre-departure and on-arrival PCR tests. They will have to serve their 7-day SHN in a dedicated facility and be required to test negative on a PCR test before exiting their SHN.

[5] Large events and settings include attractions, cruises, MICE and large work-related events, as well as large performing arts venues and sports stadiums. For other settings such as shopping malls and large standalone stores, the density limit of 7 sqm/pax roughly translates to 75% capacity.

[6] For example, for a 1,200 pax event, the event would need to be held at a venue which accommodates 1,600 pax, otherwise the event size would have to be capped at 1,000 pax. Events where 1m safe distancing and group size limits apply will not be subject to the 75% capacity limit, as the SMMs already ensure spreading out of attendees and the lowering of risk through mask-wearing.