PASSPORT-FREE IMMIGRATION CLEARANCE
In 2024, Singapore started the implementation of passport-free immigration clearance at major checkpoints for Singapore residents.
About 127 million travellers cleared immigration without having to present their passport in 2025, ICA said.
QR code clearance was rolled out in March 2024, and fully implemented at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints in January 2025.
ICA noted that 134 million travellers have used the method for immigration clearance since its launch.
Usage of QR code clearance among bus passengers and those riding motorcycles increased in 2025 to 60 per cent and 57 per cent respectively, while usage by car travellers remained stable at…