Simpler to Singapore
1/12/2003 17:02
Starting today, Chinese individuals can enjoy simplified procedures to
travel to Singapore, with the validity of visas extended by two weeks, the
Shanghai Evening Post reported today.
The preferential policy only applies to
Chinese individual travelers, not cover those in package tours, according to the
Singapore consulate.
Domestic individuals planning to travel, visit relatives
or friends in Singapore can apply for the sightseeing visa, with a validity from
three to five weeks.
Chinese individuals are allowed to stay in Singapore
for 30 days instead of the previous 14 days, according to the Singapore
consulate.
The new policy also canceled the 5,000 yuan (US$602) deposit that
visa applicants previously needed to pay.
Shanghai China Travel Service,
appointed by the Singapore consulate, can handle visa affairs for individual
travelers.
Wendy Zhang/ Shanghai Daily news
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