Singapore Passport Fees

The cost of a Singapore passport differs based on your age and the application method you choose.

This guide will update you on the current fees for Singapore passports and offer tips on how to save on your passport photo costs.

Table of contents

• Standard Singapore passport application fees
• Singapore passport replacement and special circumstance fees
• How do you pay passport fees in Singapore?
• Singapore passport photo requirements
• Passport photo prices in Singapore
• Cut your expenses and get your passport photo online or with a phone

Standard Singapore passport application fees

How much does a Singapore passport cost? For 2025, here are the Singapore passport application costs:

• SGD 70 (about USD 51) for applications made online, by mail, or using a deposit box.
• SGD 80 (about USD 58) for applications submitted in person at the ICA Building or at Singapore Overseas Missions.

Note: If the first passport application for a newborn Singapore citizen is done through MyICA before the child turns one, the fee is waived.

Singapore passport replacement and special circumstance fees

The Singapore passport renewal fees are as follows:

• First replacement: SGD 50 (approx. USD 37)
• Further replacements: SGD 100 (approx. USD 73)

Additionally, if you're renewing a passport via BLS International in Singapore, there are extra charges on top of the usual renewal fee. BLS Singapore passport renewal fees generally range from SGD 10 to SGD 15 (from USD 7 to USD 11).

How do you pay passport fees in Singapore?

In Singapore, you have several options for paying passport fees, varying with the application method:

• Online application payment methods:
  • Use Visa or MasterCard credit/debit cards
  • American Express (AMEX) credit card
  • Internet direct debit for account holders with DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB, or Standard Chartered Bank
  • Playnow
• Payment methods for applications by mail or deposit box:
  • Visa or MasterCard credit/debit cards
  • American Express (AMEX) credit card
• In-person application payment options:
  • NETS (a local debit system)
  • Credit or debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX)

Singapore passport photo requirements

When submitting a Singapore passport application, follow these photo guidelines:

• The photo should be taken within the last three months.
• It must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm tall.
• The background needs to be a solid white.
• The photo should be in color.
• The applicant must have a neutral expression.
• Eyes must be open and directed at the camera.
• Shoulders and hair must be clearly seen.
• Glasses are allowed if used for vision correction; sunglasses aren't permitted.
• Head coverings are allowed for religious reasons and should be dark to contrast with the background.

Digital passport photo specifications for Singapore:

• The digital image must be 400×514 pixels.
• It must be in JPEG format.
• The file size should be no larger than 60 KB.

Here is an example:

Passport photo prices in Singapore

Getting a passport photo taken at shops or copy centers in Singapore typically ranges from SGD 10 to SGD 15 (approx. from USD 7 to USD 11). However, if you opt for professional studios, the price can increase significantly, with some charging about SGD 95 (USD 69) for a session that includes multiple pictures and minor editing.

For a more budget-friendly alternative, consider using online services like Visafoto.com or the 7ID App to create a passport photo template sized at 4×6. You can then print it for roughly SGD 0.80 (approx. USD 0.60).

Cut your expenses and get your passport photo online or with a phone

You can substantially cut your Singapore passport photo expenses by using services like Visafoto.com or the 7ID App.

Visafoto.com

Visafoto offers a professional photo editing service with an impressive 99.7% acceptance rate. Active since 2013, the platform is well-versed in the specific photo requirements for various official documents, including passports, visas, and driver's licenses.

Simply take your photo against a plain white background using a smartphone or digital camera, and upload it to Visafoto.com. The service will adjust your photo to meet the required standards by optimizing its size, background color, and alignment for your passport or ID. If you're unhappy with the outcome, we will replace the photo for free, and if it's rejected by the authorities, you will receive a full refund.

First, take a photo of yours under daylight like this one:

Visafoto provides two versions of your photo: a digital file for online uploads and a printable template for physical copies.

7ID App

Discover the ease of using the 7ID mobile app, developed by Visafoto.com, for creating passport photos. This app simplifies capturing ID, passport, and visa photos right from your smartphone, and it's available for both iPhone and Android.

Just upload your photo, select the document type and country, and let 7ID handle the rest. It automatically formats your image to meet official requirements, ensuring the right size, format, background, and face and eye positioning.

Once your photo is optimized, 7ID allows you to print it on standard paper sizes like 4×6 inches, A4, A5, or B5, letting you get a physical photo instantly. Our 24/7 technical support is also available to assist with any inquiries.

Use Visafoto.com and the 7ID app to take your Singapore passport photo and enjoy savings on your passport expenses!