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During/Before Application
1. What are the benefits and privileges of being an Islander member?

Kindly click here to find out more on the benefits and privileges of being an Islander member.
2. What is an Individual Islander?

An Individual Islander has his/her own personalized Islander card which entitles the cardholder to enjoy the benefits and privileges of the Islander Membership Programme.

3. What is a Family Islander?

Family Islander entitles a family of up to five (05) immediate family members to enjoy the benefits and privileges of the Islander Membership Programme. Each family member will have their own personalized Family Islander card.

4. Who are considered as immediate family members in the Family membership?

Family Membership is made up of immediate family members consisting one (01) father and/or his wife and children including one (01) domestic helper (if any) forming not more than 5 persons in total.

Do take note that grandparents, grandparent-in-laws, brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, boyfriends, and girlfriends are not classified as immediate family members under the Sentosa Islander Family Membership.

5. What is the alternative for grandparents?

A special promotion scheme, ‘Grandparent’s Special’ mainly designed for Family Islander member to include their grandparents to be part of the Islander Membership.  Under this scheme, grandparents can apply as an Individual Islander member at a special rate of $15 (usual rate is $19.50).

6. I have a child under the age of 3 years. Can I include her in the family membership?

Children under 3 years old are entitled to free entry to Sentosa and its attractions. Hence, children under 3 years old would not need an Islander card. You may include your child when he/she has turned 3 years old.

7. How can I apply for the Islander Membership?

You may print out and fill in the application form. Attach the photograph(s) and head down to the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station (VivoCity, Level 3) or Beach Station, open from 9am to 8pm daily, including weekends and public holidays. Your Islander card will be issued to you on the spot and you may enjoy the benefits and privileges of the Islander Membership.

Alternatively, you may choose to mail in your application form to the mailing address stated in the form. Please allow 4-6 weeks for us to process your application.
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8. Is fax application allowed?

 We do not accept fax in application as information written is often unclear. Application can be processed at the Membership Counters located at the Sentosa Station and Beach Station and card(s) will be issued on the spot.

9. What is the difference between a walk-in and mail-in application?

Walk-in applications will be processed on the spot and your Islander card(s) will be ready on the spot, whereas mail-in applications require 4-6 weeks to process.

The modes of payments between both types of applications also differ.

10. What are the modes of payment to apply?

Payment can be made by cash, NETS or credit card at the Membership Counters located at Sentosa Station and Beach Station.

For Mail-in applications, only cheque (made payable to “Sentosa Development Corporation”) and credit card payments are accepted.

11. I have submitted my application form, how long does it take for my Islander card to be processed?

If you have submitted the application form and made payment at the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station or Beach Station, your application will be processed and your Islander card will be printed and issued on the spot.

If you have mailed in your application form, complete with photograph(s), kindly allow about 4-6 weeks for processing time.

12. I have read and understood that the card processing takes about 4 - 6 weeks, however, I would need the Islander card(s) urgently as I am visiting soon, what can I do?

You may sign up for the Islander membership over at the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station (VivoCity, Level 3) or Beach Station (both open daily from 9am - 8pm, even on weekends and public holidays). Your Islander card will be issued on the spot.
13. I want to come down to Sentosa soon, but I just mailed in my application not long ago, will I still be able to enjoy the Islander benefits?

No, the Islander card is required and is the only form of identity for the Islander Programme. Hence, without the card, the member will not be able to enjoy any of the benefits and privileges, including free entry to Sentosa.

14. How will I know if Sentosa has received my mail-in application?

Your application should reach Sentosa within 3-5 workings days. Following that, kindly allow 4-6 weeks for your application to be processed, after which, you will be notified by mail when your Islander card is ready for collection.

15. What are the operating hours for walk-in applications?

The Membership Counters at Sentosa Station (VivoCity, Level 3) and Beach Station are open from 9am to 8pm daily, including weekends and public holidays.

16. What must I bring when I walk in to apply?

If you are applying for Individual Islander Membership, please bring along a passport-size photograph of yourself or you may choose to have your photo taken over at the Membership Counter.

If you are applying for a Family Islander Membership, please bring along photographs of ALL family members or you may choose to have all of their photographs taken at the Membership Counter. You will also need to provide the particulars (Full name, NRIC/FIN/Passport number and birth date) of all your family members.

17. Is submission of a photo a must?

Yes, as Islander members will be issued a personalized Islander Membership card.

18. I do not have a photograph; what can I do?

When you apply for your membership over the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station (VivoCity, Level 3) or Beach Station, we can help you take a photo of you and your family members with our webcam on the spot for your Islander card(s). The photo-taking only takes a few minutes and it is free.

Alternatively, you may mail in your photograph at a later date. If you have submitted the application form without a photograph at the Membership Counter, a form and a business reply envelope will be given to you for you to mail in your photograph(s) at a later date.

**Do take note that photographs must be submitted within 14 working days from date of application.

19. What happens if Islander card cannot be issued on the spot?

A Temporary Islander card which is valid for two months from the date of application will be issued to you. This card must be presented to enjoy the Islander benefits and privileges. Upon collection of your personalized card, the Temporary Islander card must be returned.

20. Is the Temporary Islander card recognized around the island?

Yes, the Temporary Islander card is recognized at all participating outlets as stated in the list of benefits and privileges of the Islander Membership Programme.

21. Do I need to send in photographs for all my immediate family members?

Yes, all family members are required to submit their passport-sized photographs as each listed member will be issued with their very own personalized Islander card.

22. I have submitted my application form by mail but without the photographs of my family members. Are there other alternatives for me besides re-submitting the physical copy of my family members’ photograph?

Your family members can drop by the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station (VivoCity, Level 3) to have their photographs taken and cards issued on the spot.

23. I do not have any passport-sized photograph, is it possible if I use any other photograph?

We greatly encourage passport-sized photograph to be used. Nevertheless, you may also submit normal photograph that are clear and sharp enough for printing.

Do take note that neoprints are not acceptable as the quality is not sharp and clear enough. Alternatively, you may come down to the Membership Counter to have your photo taken on the spot. (Please refer to Question 18 for more information.)
24. If I want to include my domestic helper in the family membership, do I need to submit the photograph too? What if I change my domestic helper?

Yes, all family members, including domestic helpers, are required to submit their photographs and particulars (full name, NRIC/FIN/Passport Number and date of birth). If you have changed your domestic helper, the Islander card has to be replaced. There will be an administration fee of S$10.50 for each Islander card. (Please refer to Question 25 for more information.)
25. During my term of my family membership, I want to include another member/change to a family member (e.g. I hired a maid), can it be done? Any fees involved?

Yes, you can do so over at our Membership Counters (at Sentosa Station or Beach Station).  There will be a charge of S$10.50 for each Islander card. (Addition of family members can only be done if there are no more than 5 people in a family membership.)

Upon renewing the membership, you may update/add in your new immediate family members without additional charges. Hence, you only pay the renewal fee of $40.

26. Can I buy Islander Membership as a gift to my friend?

Yes, if you are able to provide us with the necessary information, you may submit the application for your friend at the Membership Counters (Name, NRIC, Mailing address, Contact details, Date of Birth are the required information for the application) and present him/her with the Temporary Islander card. After which, we will follow up with your friend for more of his/her particulars and a photograph of himself/herself.

If you are unable to provide the required information, you may call up our Membership department at 6279 3230/6279 1124 for more information on advance sales or simply drop us an email at islander@sentosa.com.sg

Card Collection:
27. How do I collect my Islander card when it is ready?

A collection letter will be mailed to you (at your stated mailing address in the application form) when your Islander card is ready for collection.

Please bring along your collection letter and Temporary Islander card/expired Islander card(s) to the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station (VivoCity, Level 3, opens from 9am - 8pm daily, including weekends and public holidays) to collect your Islander card.

28. Can I keep my (expired) Islander card(s)?

Expired Islander cards/Temporary Islander cards must be surrendered upon renewal/collection.
29. I received the collection letter a month ago, and today is the last day of collection as stated on the letter, would I still be able to collect my Islander card at the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station?

It is advisable to call our hotline to check if your Islander card is still available at the Membership Counter at Sentosa Station (Vivo City, Level 3), before your visit (at least one working day in advance).

30. I am unable to collect my Islander card(s) within the stated deadline, can I authorize someone to collect the Islander card(s) on my behalf.

Yes, you may sign the authorization form on the collection letter and hand the collection letter and Temporary Islander card/expired Islander card(s) to the appointed personnel to collect your Islander card(s) on your behalf.

31. Can you mail the Islander card(s) to me instead?

We regret that we do not mail out Islander card(s). This is undertaken with the interest of both our members and the organization in preventing the abuse of Membership card(s) lost in the mail. As a member, you will visit the island regularly and hence, you may collect the card(s) on your next visit. Give our hotline a call and inform us when you will be picking up the card(s) (at least one working day in advance).

32. I have not collected my Islander card for more than half a year, is it possible to extend my membership?

We are unable to extend your membership as the membership is valid for one (01) year from the date of application/renewal.
33. I did not receive the collection letter for more than one (01) month since I sent in my application, what should I do? / Why was there a delay in the printing of my Islander card?

The Islander card process may be delayed due to incomplete information or lack of photograph, hence, it is advisable to make sure that you have filled in all the required information on the application form and affix your photograph (do remember to write your name and NRIC behind the photograph) to the form when signing up for the membership.

If you have submitted a completed form together with your photograph and have yet to receive your collection letter within one (01) month, kindly contact our hotline or drop us an email at islander@sentosa.com.sg
During Renewal:
34. When will I receive renewal notification?

A renewal notification will be sent to you 1.5 months before your membership expires.

35. Do I need to re-submit my photograph again during renewal?

No, you are not required to re-submit your photograph if you wish to have the same photo printed on your new Membership card. All photographs are kept in our database.

However, if you wish to change your photograph, please attach your new photograph on the renewal form or indicate on your renewal form that you would like to submit a new photograph.

36. My membership has expired (less than 1 year); can I still do my renewal?

Yes, you are able to renew your membership however, do take note that the new expiry date of the renewed membership is one (01) year from the expiry date of the previous membership eg:

Paying renewal rate of S$15 or S$40
Previous membership expiry date: 23 Jan 08
Renewal date: 11 May 08
Renewed membership expiry date: 23 Jan 09

Hence, it is advisable to re-apply at S$19.50 (Individual) or S$50.00 (Family) to enjoy a full term of your membership (expiry date is 1 year from the day you re-apply). Eg:

Paying new sign up rate of S$19.50 or S$50
Previous membership expiry date: 31 Jan 08
Renewal date: 05 Jun 08
Renewed membership expiry date: 05 Jun 09

Note: Renewal rate is not applicable to memberships that have expired for more than 1 year.

Replacement Fee:
37. When is replacement of cards applicable?

To replace card, a fee is applicable when:
Members request to make changes to card – eg. to include Christian name, change photograph, add new family member/s (provided that membership is still valid and there are no more than 5 immediate family members per family membership) etc.
Information on card is incorrect because member had submitted wrong information
Stolen/Loss of card
Card is de-faced due to member’s negligence

A replacement of Cards is S$10.50 for each Islander card (GST inclusive).

38. My Islander card is wrongly printed can I take this (wrong) card? After the amended Islander card is printed, can it be mailed to me?

Yes, you may hold on to the error card first. However, we would require a 1-for-1 exchange when the correct Islander card is printed and ready for collection.

We do not mail out Islander cards. (Please refer to Question 31)
Daily Usage of Islander Card:
39. I forgot to bring my Islander card on my visit to Sentosa, can I enter Sentosa FREE?

No, the Islander card is required. It is the only form of identification for the Islander Programme.
40. How do I convert from Individual Islander to Family Islander, vice versa?

Here are several scenarios that you may want to consider:

To convert from an Individual Islander to a Family Islander:

1. My Individual Membership is expiring and I wish to convert to a Family Membership:
A new Family Membership cost S$50.00. However, as a current Individual Islander member, we’re happy to offer you the Family Membership at S$40 (which is the renewal rate for family membership).

2. My Individual Membership is still valid but I wish to convert it to a Family Membership:
a) I am married and have kids (all under the ages of 3):
We would encourage your spouse to take up an Individual Islander (S$19.50) instead of the Family Membership (S$40.00) as children under ages of 3 are not chargeable for admission into Sentosa.

. b) I am married and have kids (all above the age of 3):
We would encourage you to sign up your family members under the Family Membership while you continue to utilize your Individual Membership until it expires. After which, you can add yourself onto your family’s membership at a cost of only S$10.50. [Please refer to Question 25 for more information.]

3 My Individual  Membership has already expired:
You can join the Family Membership by paying S$50.00 to enjoy a full year of benefits.

To convert from a Family Membership to an Individual Membership:

1. My Family Membership is still valid (not expiring soon):
We would advise you to hold onto your Family Membership first.  When your Family Membership expires, you can convert to an Individual Membership and only pay the renewal rate of S$15.00 (instead of the new Individual Membership fee of $19.50).

Please indicate your previous Family Membership number on your application form.

2. My Family Membership is expiring soon (in less than 3 months):
Upon the expiry of your Family Membership, you can convert to an Individual Membership and only pay the renewal rate of S$15.00 (instead of the new Individual Membership fee of $19.50). 

3. My Family Membership has already expired:
You can join the Individual Membership by paying S$19.50 to enjoy a full year of benefits.
41. How can I update my particulars?

Members can update their particulars by:

  1. Calling our Guest Services Officers, 1800-SENTOSA (736-8672)
  2. Dropping by our Membership Counter at Sentosa Station or Beach Station
  3. Email to islander@sentosa.com.sg

Please include your name, membership number and NRIC/Passport

Corporate Islander Membership
1. What is Corporate Islander Membership?

The Sentosa Corporate Islander Membership entitles unlimited free access into Sentosa for 32 staff of your organisation. Thirty-two (32) passes will be issued to each Corporate member. Each pass will be printed with the name of the organization.

Each corporate pass entitles the holder free entry into Sentosa via Sentosa Bus/Sentosa Express and discounts/offers from the participating attractions/outlets.

On top of free admission into Sentosa and all the discounts/offers from participating attractions/outlets, a Corporate Islander member is also entitled to 50% off venue rental charges for Sentosa Beach Venues (except beach halls) for corporate events held on the Island.

2. What are the benefits of Corporate Islander Membership?

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3. How can my company apply for Corporate Islander Membership?

You may print out and fill in the Corporate Islander application form. Attach it with a cheque and mail it to the address stated on the form. Membership department will contact you upon receiving the form and cheque. Arrangements will be made to deliver the cards.

Alternatively, if you require an invoice before payment can be made, you may fill in the Corporate Islander application form and mail/email/fax it to Membership department. Arrangements will be made to issue an invoice to your company.

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Email: islander@sentosa.com.sg
Fax: 6276 9473

4. What if my staff lost the Corporate Islander card(s)? What are the procedures to replace the card(s)?

You will need to contact Membership department at 6279 3230/3227 to report loss of card(s). Further instructions on replacement will be advised .

Replacement fee is payable at S$10.50 for each Corporate Islander card (GST inclusive).

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