Does Singapore need a passport for visa exemption?

Passport is required for visa-free in Singapore.

China citizens who want to travel or work in Singapore need to apply for a China passport and a Singapore visa. First of all, when applying for an ordinary passport, you need to submit your identity card, household registration book, recent bareheaded photos and relevant materials for application; The exit-entry administration department of the public security organ will issue an ordinary passport within 15 days. Secondly, the visa application procedure includes submitting a valid passport and relevant documents, filling out a visa application form, interviewing embassies and consulates in China, China, and notifying the embassy and consulate of the examination and approval opinions before issuing a visa. Finally, when leaving or entering the country, you need to submit your passport or other travel documents to the border inspection authorities, and you can only enter or leave the country after completing the formalities.

Basic functions of passport:

1. Identification: Passport is an internationally recognized identification document used to prove the nationality and identity of the holder;

2. Entry-exit certificate: Passport is a legal document that must be produced when entering or leaving the country, which proves that the holder has the right to transit;

3. Visa carrier: Passports are used to carry visas, and visas are a sign that holders have obtained permission to enter other countries or regions;

4. Travel convenience: the visa and entry-exit seal on the passport can be used as a record of the holder's travel history;

5. Diplomatic protection: Passport is the legal basis for the holder to obtain the protection of his own government overseas.

To sum up, China citizens who want to travel or work in Singapore need to apply for a China passport and a Singapore visa. Procedures for applying for ordinary passports and visas need to be submitted and approved. When leaving the country, you need to show your passport or other travel documents and complete the border inspection procedures.

Legal basis:

People's Republic of China (PRC) Exit and Entry Administration Law

Article 9

China citizens shall apply for passports or other travel documents when leaving or entering the country. China citizens who want to go to other countries or regions also need to obtain visas or other entry permits. However, unless the China government has signed visa exemption agreements with other governments or the Ministry of Public Security and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs provide otherwise. China citizens who leave or enter the country as seafarers and work on foreign ships shall apply for a seaman's certificate according to law.