United States Embassy in Singapore

Embassy of USA in Singapore, Singapore

The U.S. Embassy in Singapore is the headquarters of the U.S. Mission to Singapore, overseeing one of the most important U.S. partnerships in Asia. The mission's priorities are centered on the massive economic relationship, with thousands of U.S. companies using Singapore as their regional headquarters, and the robust security partnership, which provides the U.S. military with critical logistical access in the region. The embassy is a nerve center for U.S. engagement in the Indo-Pacific.

Visa Services

As Singapore is a member of the Visa Waiver Program (VWP), the embassy does not process tourist or business visas for Singaporean citizens. It handles a large volume of other visa categories, particularly work visas (L-1, H-1B, E-2) for the huge expatriate business community, as well as student and immigrant visas.

Consular Services

The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit provides a full range of services to the very large community of U.S. citizens in Singapore, which is dominated by professionals in the finance, tech, and legal sectors. Services include passport renewals, Consular Reports of Birth Abroad, and notarial acts.

Trade & Export Support

The U.S. Commercial Service has a major presence, supporting the vast U.S.-Singapore trade relationship. It assists U.S. companies across all sectors, leveraging Singapore's status as a global trade and finance hub to promote U.S. business interests throughout Southeast Asia.

Investment Opportunities

The embassy is a key facilitator of the enormous two-way investment flows. Through SelectUSA, it encourages Singaporean companies and investment funds to invest in the United States. It also provides unparalleled support for the thousands of U.S. firms that have made Singapore their regional base.

Business Support

The embassy's Economic Section analyzes the Singaporean economy and advocates for U.S. businesses. It works with the Singaporean government on issues of financial regulation, intellectual property, and digital trade, ensuring a best-in-class operating environment for American companies.

Cultural & Educational Programs

The Public Affairs section manages a variety of high-level exchanges and programs that strengthen the U.S.-Singapore partnership. It oversees the Fulbright program and supports initiatives that connect leaders in business, technology, and security.

Appointment Information

Appointments are mandatory for all routine consular services, including visa interviews and ACS. All appointments must be scheduled online via the embassy's website. High demand from the large expatriate community means appointments should be booked well in advance.

Special Notes

The embassy is located in a secure compound on a major road near the city's diplomatic enclave. Visitors are subject to strict security screening. The embassy's role in supporting the U.S. military's logistical and operational needs in the region is a critical, if less visible, aspect of its mission.