According to the World tourism & Tourism Council (WTTC), Singapore is on track to break its all-time international arrivals record in 2025, positioning it as one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. The city-state is outperforming regional rivals like Thailand and the Philippines, cementing its status as a worldwide tourism powerhouse.
According to new study, international arrivals in Singapore are expected to reach approximately 16 million by 2025, representing a 9.6% rise from pre-pandemic levels in 2019. Indian travellers account for a large share of this rise, with numbers predicted to increase from 1.11 million in 2019 to a record 1.25 million in 2025.
In spite of a delayed recovery in Chinese outbound travel globally, Singapore continues to be a preferred destination for Chinese tourists, with an estimated 2.8 million visitors in 2025. Meanwhile, Malaysia is expected to break its 2016 tourist record by nearly 7% this year, while Thailand anticipates a 5% increase in international arrivals.
The country’s tourism industry is predicted to earn $66.1 billion in 2024, supporting 570,000 employment, and roughly $80 billion by 2030, solidifying its position as a global travel and tourism leader.
