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title: "What should I do immediately after being refused entry at the Singapore border?"
topic: "Singapore Immigration Appeal FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/appeal/entry-what-to-do"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# What should I do immediately after being refused entry at the Singapore border?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- Stay calm and cooperate fully with ICA officers. Do not argue or attempt to re-enter through a different checkpoint.
- You will typically receive a refusal-of-entry notice — keep this as it may state the reason and whether a ban has been imposed.
- Once back in your home country, seek immigration advice promptly. Acting quickly gives you the most options and the strongest position for an appeal.

## Sources

- [Certified Translation for Singapore PR: What Does ICA Require?](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/certified-translation-for-singapore-pr-what-does-ica-require)
- [ICA — Immigration appeals](https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/PR)

## Related E&H service

- [Entry appeal service](https://www.eh-immigration.com/services/singapore-immigration-appeal-entry-services)

Canonical page: https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/appeal/entry-what-to-do