NEWS
Singapore extends multiple-journey visas with 10-year validity to Chinese travelers
19 May 15
CHINA, SINGAPORE
IMPACT – MEDIUM
What is the change? Beginning June 1, Singapore will extend multiple-journey visas valid for 10 years to nationals of the People’s Republic of China.
What does the change mean? Chinese nationals who have previously visited Singapore and whose visa applications are supported by relevant Singaporean agencies will automatically be granted the 10-year visas, allowing them to make repeat trips to Singapore without having to renew their visas as often.
- Implementation time frame: June 1.
- Visas/permits affected: Multiple-journey visas (MJVs).
- Who is affected: Nationals of the People’s Republic of China and their dependents.
- Impact on processing times: The longer visa validity period will eliminate the need to reapply for visas for each visit.
- Business impact: The MJVs will facilitate business travel, especially for those making frequent trips.
- Next steps: Eligible applicants do not need to apply separately for the visas; those who qualify will automatically be granted an MJV.
Background: Chinese nationals applying for a visa will be considered for the 10-year MJVs if they have visited Singapore in the past. The same visas will be extended to the main applicant’s spouse and children below the age of 21. The application process and government fees are unchanged. MJV holders will also have faster border processing by being able to use automated immigration clearance service at Singapore’s airports.
BAL Analysis: The longer validity will benefit frequent business travelers from China. However, they are reminded that while the MJV allows repeat entry during the validity period, it does not lengthen the permitted duration of each stay, which generally ranges from 14 to 30 days depending on the discretion of the immigration officer.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group in Singapore. For additional information, please contact singapore@bal.com.
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CHINA, GLOBAL, RUSSIAN FEDERATION, SOUTH AFRICA 15 Dec 15
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Shanghai enforcing deadline for changes to residence permits
CHINA 8 Dec 15
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Beijing work permit system to launch Jan. 4
CHINA 1 Dec 15
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Labour market testing to be waived in some...
AUSTRALIA, CHINA 30 Nov 15
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Beijing to launch new work permit management system
CHINA 16 Nov 15
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Agency steps up prosecution of employers for false...
SINGAPORE 13 Nov 15
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Automated border clearance to be available to Chinese...
SINGAPORE 9 Nov 15
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Offices to close for Diwali
GLOBAL, INDIA, SINGAPORE 9 Nov 15
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Singapore limits use of work pass exemption
SINGAPORE 6 Nov 15
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Foreign employment growth drops to lowest level in...
SINGAPORE 17 Sep 15
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Offices to close for one week
CHINA 17 Sep 15
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China added to Australian Work and Holiday Visa...
AUSTRALIA, CHINA 16 Sep 15
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Mid-Autumn Festival to close offices in East Asia
ASIA 10 Sep 15
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New scheme promotes restructuring of companies with foreign...
SINGAPORE 20 Aug 15
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Shanghai issues new rules to attract foreign science,...
CHINA 20 Aug 15
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38 firms on government watch list
SINGAPORE 17 Aug 15
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Job ad salary ranges must not be too...
SINGAPORE 14 Aug 15
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Beijing enforcing age limit on foreign workers
CHINA 10 Aug 15
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Processing delayed during WWII commemoration
CHINA 5 Aug 15
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Shenzhen speeds up residence permit processing
CHINA 4 Aug 15
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Canada expands China Transit Program
CANADA, CHINA 3 Aug 15
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Harbin to offer 72-hour visa-free transit
CHINA 31 Jul 15
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Beijing reduces processing time for residence permit applications
CHINA 31 Jul 15
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China added to India’s e-Tourist Visa program
CHINA, INDIA 31 Jul 15
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Government offices to close for National Day celebrations
SINGAPORE 24 Jul 15
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Higher minimum salary required to sponsor dependents
SINGAPORE 17 Jul 15
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Foreign workforce growth rate drops
SINGAPORE 16 Jul 15
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Stricter job ad rules on the way
SINGAPORE 9 Jul 15
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New rules to attract foreign experts, start-ups take...
CHINA 2 Jul 15
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China releases details on visa-free travel for Taiwanese...
CHINA, TAIWAN 25 Jun 15
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Chinese nationals may obtain 10-year visitor visas
AUSTRALIA, CHINA 19 Jun 15
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Entry requirements to be relaxed for Taiwanese travelers
CHINA, TAIWAN 19 Jun 15
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Australia, China sign free-trade deal
AUSTRALIA, CHINA 18 Jun 15
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Authorities express interest in collecting National Job Board...
SINGAPORE 15 Jun 15
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Shanghai to introduce significant immigration changes
CHINA 12 Jun 15
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Germany providing 48-hour visa turnaround for Chinese business...
CHINA, GERMANY 5 Jun 15
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Shenzhen Labor Bureau introduces online work permit submissions
CHINA 4 Jun 15
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Court fines unlicensed employment agent SG$40,000
SINGAPORE 21 May 15
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Manual applications no longer accepted for most work...
SINGAPORE 7 May 15
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New Z visa does not invalidate existing 10-year...
CHINA 13 Apr 15
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China adds new proof requirement for business visa...
CHINA, UNITED KINGDOM 27 Mar 15
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China begins issuing 10-year visas to Canadian travelers
CANADA, CHINA 12 Mar 15
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Government to defer increases in S Pass and...
SINGAPORE 26 Feb 15
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Lunar New Year holiday to delay processing
CHINA 10 Feb 15
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Three-year work permits offered in Beijing
CHINA 6 Jan 15
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New rules on Short-Term Work Visas allow most...
CHINA 5 Jan 15
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Employer barred from hiring foreign employees for 2...
SINGAPORE 31 Dec 14
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Employment Pass to be required of foreign employees...
SINGAPORE 17 Dec 14
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Authorities to clarify regulations on new short-term work...
CHINA 15 Dec 14
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Criminal charges against company director signal stricter enforcement...
SINGAPORE 1 Dec 14
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Changes in work authorization impact some foreign spouses
SINGAPORE 21 Nov 14
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Free Trade Agreement announced
AUSTRALIA, CHINA 19 Nov 14
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Embassy announces extended-validity visas for certain US visitors
CHINA, UNITED STATES 13 Nov 14
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US, China reach deal on visas
CHINA, UNITED STATES 10 Nov 14
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Reciprocal deal gives business travelers faster border clearance
HONG KONG, SINGAPORE 17 Oct 14
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Work furloughs to close Beijing government offices
CHINA 14 Oct 14
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Diwali holiday to close government offices
INDIA, MALAYSIA, SINGAPORE 9 Oct 14
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Long-Term Visit Passes for unmarried couples receiving more...
SINGAPORE 2 Oct 14
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National holidays to delay processing
CHINA 15 Sep 14
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Companies face new rules for employment pass transfers
SINGAPORE 13 Aug 14
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New polio inspections now required for certain travelers
CHINA 13 Aug 14
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Offices to close for Muslim holiday
ASIA, GLOBAL, SINGAPORE 25 Jul 14
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More jobs exempt from new advertising requirement
SINGAPORE 22 Jul 14
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Employers must document job interviews with Singaporean candidates
SINGAPORE 22 Jul 14
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MOM reminds employers to register for Jobs Bank...
SINGAPORE 8 Jul 14
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Company director charged with misstating salaries on work...
SINGAPORE 30 Jun 14
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New procedures set for Xi’an high-tech companies
CHINA 27 Jun 14
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Xi’an now requiring interview at time of work...
CHINA 24 Jun 14
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Self-sponsored employees should plan for new minimum income...
SINGAPORE 18 Jun 14
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US Embassy to collect signatures for APEC cards
SINGAPORE 5 Jun 14
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MOM launches National Job Board portal
SINGAPORE 23 May 14
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Foreign registrations getting tight scrutiny in Shanghai
CHINA 21 Apr 14
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Improved registration extended to all Employment Pass holders...
SINGAPORE 17 Apr 14
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Qingdao requires legalized degrees for some work permits
CHINA 7 Apr 14
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MOM cracks down on foreign employees and employers...
SINGAPORE 24 Feb 14
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Ministry of Manpower will exempt ICTs from new...
SINGAPORE 22 Jan 14
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Scams Targeting Immigrants are on the Rise
AUSTRALIA, FRANCE, UNITED KINGDOM, GLOBAL, IRELAND, NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, UNITED STATES 11 Dec 13
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Rules Change for Unmarried Expat Couples in Shanghai
CHINA 15 Nov 13
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Molestation Case Prompts New Police Clearance for Expats
CHINA 15 Nov 13
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Employment Pass Renewals Drop in First Half of...
SINGAPORE 13 Nov 13
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China Eliminates Internship and Training Visas for Most...
CHINA 13 Nov 13
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Visa-Free Processing Comes to Chongqing
CHINA 28 Oct 13
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MOM Penalizes 10 Employers for Biased Job Ads
SINGAPORE 26 Sep 13
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New Visa Rule in Shanghai for Foreign Dependents...
CHINA 20 Aug 13
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Beijing Now Requires Original Documents for Some Applications
CHINA 31 Jul 13
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In Beijing, Business License Needed for Visa, Residence...
CHINA 26 Jul 13
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New Regulations and Visa Categories Will Take Effect...
CHINA 24 Jul 13
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Secure S-Pass Delivery Service Now in Effect
SINGAPORE 1 Jul 13
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Increased Restrictions on Foreign Workers Start July 1
SINGAPORE 14 Jun 13