FAQ
Answers to Your Frequently Asked Questions
Common Questions
General FAQ
Yes, ICA typically requires applicants to be residing in Singapore during the application process. Physical presence also strengthens your profile.
Processing time can range from 4 to 12 months for PR, and up to 12 months or more for citizenship, depending on the applicant’s profile and supporting documents.
Applications must be submitted via the ICA online portal (MyICA), which can be accessed globally, but your residency in Singapore is still an important factor.
No. You must be residing in Singapore on a valid long-term pass (such as Employment Pass, S Pass, or Dependant Pass) to be eligible to apply for PR.
Common Questions
Singapore Permanent Residency (PR)
You must hold an Employment Pass or S Pass and have worked in Singapore for at least 6 months, though most successful applicants apply after 12+ months with stronger records.
Build a strong profile with:
- Consistent CPF and tax contributions
- Stable job history and rising income
- Local community involvement
- Professional cover letter and complete documentation
Key documents include:
- Passport and pass copy
- Payslips (6 months)
- Employer letter
- Educational certificates
- Birth/marriage certificates (if applying as a family)
- Cover letter and supporting statements (optional but highly recommended)
Yes. As a PR or Citizen, you may sponsor:
- Spouse and unmarried children under 21
- Aged parents (if you are a Citizen)
- Insufficient duration of stay
- Low or unstable income
- Weak qualifications or skills
- Lack of social integration or community involvement
- Incomplete or poor documentation
ICA does not offer a formal appeal process. However, you may reapply after 6 months, ideally with an improved profile.
Common Questions
Singapore Citizenship
You may apply after being a PR for at least 2 years (for adults) and having a stable job, good financial standing, and integration into local society.
- Visa-free access to over 190 countries
- Access to government subsidies (housing, healthcare, education)
- Priority in school admission
- Ability to sponsor more family members
- Greater job opportunities (e.g. public sector)
Yes. Singapore does not allow dual citizenship. You must renounce your previous citizenship upon receiving ICA’s Approval-in-Principle.
Yes. If your child is born to a Singapore Citizen or PR, or adopted under legal processes, you may register their citizenship depending on eligibility.
In some cases, ICA may schedule an interview or request additional documents as part of their review process.
ICA does not offer a formal appeal process. However, you may reapply after 6 months, ideally with an improved profile.
Common Questions
Immigration Consultancy Services
While it’s possible to DIY, engaging an experienced immigration consultancy significantly improves:
- Document accuracy
- Application strategy
- Cover letter quality
- Profile presentation
- Success rates
No agency can legally guarantee approval. However, our approval rate is significantly higher due to strong documentation, strategic profiling, and detailed preparation.
- PR application support (single and family)
- Citizenship applications
- Work Pass advisory (EP, S Pass, WP)
- GIP consultation (investor PR)
- Cover letter and document review
- ICA portal submission support
- Reapplication after rejection
- Professional, government-like tone and process
- Personalised advisory for every case
- High-quality documentation support
- Proven track record with high success rates
Important Document
For PR Application
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Identification documents eg.IC, Birth Certificates
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Education transcripts and qualifications
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Current employment and documentation
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Travel documents and immigration passes
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Cover Letter
5 Key Things
That will make your Singapore Citizenship Application Stand Out
Clear Personal Commitment
Intentions to stay and contribute long-term to Singapore.
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Integration into Singaporean Society
Demonstrated cultural assimilation, such as learning local languages or traditions
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Community Involvement
Active participation in local activities, volunteering, or initatives
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Long-Term Residency
A proven history of living and contributing to Singapore society.
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Strong Economic Contributions
Stable employment, professional achievements, and entrepreneurship in Singapore.
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