Singapore Forecasts 2026 Tourism Receipts at S$31 Billion-S$32.5 Billion as Global Risks Cloud Demand
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Updated · VnExpress International · May 16
Singapore Forecasts 2026 Tourism Receipts at S$31 Billion-S$32.5 Billion as Global Risks Cloud Demand
1 articles · Updated · VnExpress International · May 16
Summary
S$31 billion to S$32.5 billion is Singapore’s 2026 tourism receipts forecast, down from the record S$32.8 billion posted in 2025.
A 3% rise in first-quarter visitor arrivals was not enough to lift the outlook, with the tourism board citing muted demand ahead and officials warning that the Middle East energy crisis could curb consumer spending.
17 million to 18 million international arrivals are still expected this year, up from 16.9 million in 2025, even as air-travel disruptions and volatile jet fuel prices weigh on the sector.
S$740 million in tourism funding has been earmarked for the next five years, while Singapore pushes cruise growth with Disney Adventure already operating there and a new cruise and ferry terminal due to open on July 15.
375 ship calls and more than 2 million cruise passengers in 2025 underscore why Singapore is leaning on longer-term resilience and alternative travel segments as global uncertainty persists.