Travel
Essential information for travelling to Singapore for VCIP 2026.
Important: Invitation Letter Requests
Invitation letters can be downloaded from the registration site after successful registration. Participants who require an invitation letter for visa, institutional travel, or funding purposes are encouraged to complete their registration early.
Please note: Once the registration site is up, invitation letters will only be issued to registered participants. Invitation letter processing may take several business days. We strongly encourage attendees to submit their requests well before any visa application deadlines.
Host City: Singapore
Singapore is a compact, globally connected city-state located at the crossroads of Southeast Asia. Home to over five million residents from diverse cultural communities, the nation is known for its world-class infrastructure and highly efficient transport network.
Strategically positioned in the region, Singapore serves as a leading hub for research, innovation, finance, and international collaboration. Its modern urban landscape is complemented by a rich multicultural heritage shaped by Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Eurasian communities.
With seamless connectivity and a vibrant academic and business ecosystem, Singapore provides an ideal environment for international conferences and the exchange of ideas.
Highlights
Global Innovation Hub
Supporting cutting-edge research in technology, media, and digital communications.
Efficient Transport Network
A fully integrated island-wide MRT and bus system ensuring seamless mobility.
Multicultural Society
A vibrant blend of Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Eurasian influences across culture, cuisine, and history.
Getting to Singapore
Changi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the main international airport and is connected to the city by MRT, bus, taxi, and ride-hailing services.
Local Transport Basics
- MRT and public buses are the primary ways to get around.
- Ride-hailing (e.g., Grab, Gojek, TADA) is widely used.
- Contactless bank cards and stored-value transit cards are commonly accepted.
Entry Requirements
A step-by-step guide can be found here .
Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC)
All travellers are required to submit their SG Arrival Card (SGAC) within three days before arrival (including the day of arrival) to Singapore. Submission is free via ICA's official channels.
Visa Requirements
Visa requirements depend on nationality. Please check official guidance before making travel arrangements.
Request for an Invitation Letter
Invitation letters can be downloaded from the registration site after successful registration. Participants who require an invitation letter for visa, institutional travel, or funding purposes are encouraged to complete their registration early.
Please note: Invitation letters will only be issued to participants who have completed registration and successfully paid the registration fee. Before proceeding, please ensure that you have read the Visa and Entry Requirements section above.
Important Visa Application Information
VCIP 2026 is unable to provide a local contact who can sign Form V39A (Letter of Introduction for Visa Application, LOI).
As advised by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), applicants who do not have a local contact with a Singpass or Corppass account may submit their visa applications:
- Through an authorised visa agent appointed by a Singapore Overseas Mission; or
- At the nearest Singapore Overseas Mission.
Additional Details
Please refer to the Essential Singapore Travel information guide for travel basics such as money & payments, connectivity, and getting around.
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