How to Apply for Permanent Residency in Singapore
If you want to apply for permanent residency in Singapore, you'll first need to have proof that you're eligible and begin your application at the electronic-Permanent Residence system website. In addition to using e-PR, some applicants may need to create a SingPass account to download the application form. When filling out the application, include evidence of your eligibility, like a copy of your birth certificate, education transcripts, or any employment information. Once it's finished, pay the 100 dollar fee and wait 4 to 6 months for your application to be processed before scheduling a formalities appointment.
Verify your eligibility to apply for permanent residency. You're eligible to apply if you're the spouse, child, or parent of a Singapore citizen or permanent resident. You can also apply if you hold an Employment Pass or S Pass, if you're a student studying in Singapore, or if you're a foreign investor. Employment and S Passes are documents held by skilled foreign workers employed in Singapore. Your employer applies for these passes on your behalf. To apply as a foreign investor, your company must be involved in one of 25 specified industries, including aerospace engineering, electronics, healthcare, and shipping. Your company must generate at least S$50 million in net sales annually, and you must invest S$2.5 million in a new or expanded Singaporean business operation. Apply via the electronic-Permanent Residence system (e-PR). Other than foreign investors, all applicants must apply through the e-PR; no paper applications are processed. You'll fill out your application form and submit digital copies of your required documents through the e-PR system. To begin your application, access the e-PR system at https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/epr. After you click “Apply for PR,” you'll be prompted to continue as a worker, relative of a Singapore citizen or resident, or as a student. Foreign investors apply through the Global Investor Programme at https://application.sgip.gov.sg/public. In addition to your completed application form, passport, and birth certificate, you'll need to include at least 3 years of financial statements prepared by an accredited audit firm, your business license, and a 5-year business plan. Log into your SingPass account. After selecting worker, relative, or student, you'll be redirected to the SingPass website. Enter your credentials or sign up for a SingPass if you don't already have an account. Register for a SingPass account at https://www.singpass.gov.sg/singpass/register/instructions. After registering, you'll receive a password via standard mail within 5 business days (allow 10 business days if you live overseas). Follow the instructions included with the password to set up your account. You're eligible for a SingPass if you hold an Employment or S Pass, Long Term Visitor Pass, or Dependent Pass. You'll need to enter your Foreign Identification Number (FIN) or National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) number when you register. If you're not sure if you hold the right pass, check your eligibility and learn how to apply for each document at https://www.ica.gov.sg. Download the application form and enter your personal information. After you enter your SingPass credentials, you'll be directed to the application portal. It's recommended to download the form, fill it out offline, then upload the completed document. You can also fill out the form directly through the portal instead of downloading it and completing it offline. You'll need to enter your passport information, your education and employment history, information about your family members, and medical history. If you download the form, you won't run into any problems if you experience interruptions with your internet service. Once you upload the completed form or begin your application online, you'll have 96 hours to submit your required documents and render payment. Submit a passport-sized color photograph through the portal. After you complete the application form, you'll need to upload a passport photo that's been taken within the last 3 months. It's wise to have your photo professionally taken to ensure it meets the following standards: 35 mm (1.4 in) in width and 45 mm (1.8 in) in height 400 by 514 pixels Taken against a plain white background Facial image must be between 25 mm (0.98 in) and 35 mm (1.4 in) from chin to crown JPEG file format Upload a scanned copy of your travel document. Scan your passport's biodata page (the page with your personal information), and save it as a pdf file. From the upload documents webpage on the e-PR system, select “Choose file,” find the saved file on your computer, then select “Upload.” All applicants, including children, require a valid passport in order to apply for permanent residency. Provide a scanned copy of your birth certificate. You need to provide a birth certificate or other government-issued document that lists your name, birth date, and parents' names. Scan it, save it to your computer, then upload it to the e-PR. All applicants must upload a digital copy of their birth certificate or comparable document. Submit your employment information if you’re applying as a worker. If you're applying as an Employment or S passholder, upload copies of your pass and a letter from your current employer that lists your date of employment, position, and salary. The letter must be addressed to the Controller of Immigration and dated within 1 month of the application. Additionally, upload copies of your payslips for the last 6 months. Students and spouses, children, and parents of citizens or permanent residents do not need to submit employment information. Upload the educational transcripts of the applicant and sponsor. If you're applying as a worker or student, submit your transcripts from your highest level of education. If you're a spouse, child, or parent of a citizen or permanent resident, upload digital copies of your transcripts and those of your sponsor. Parents of citizens or permanent residents applying for permanent residency do not need to submit transcripts. Obtain translated documents from your embassy, if necessary. Your required documents must be in English. If any documents aren't in English, contact the embassy of the country that issued the document to get a certified translation. You may also have the documented translated and certified by a Singaporean notary public. Pay a non-refundable S$100 processing fee. After uploading your documents, you'll be prompted to pay the processing fee. Acceptable forms of payment include credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, or American Express) and bank transfer via a Singaporean bank account. After paying the fee, you'll see a confirmation that your application was submitted. Remember that you must upload all documents and render payment within 96 hours of beginning the application. Allow 4 to 6 months for your application to be processed. You should receive an outcome letter via standard mail within 4 to 6 months. In the meantime, you can check your application status via the e-PR system. Check your application status at https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/epr. Click on the check status option on the right of the page. If you haven't received your outcome letter within 6 months, inquire about your application status by sending an email to ica_pr@ica.gov.sg. Schedule an e-appointment to complete your formalities. If your application was approved, your outcome letter will provide instructions on setting up an e-appointment. You'll need to schedule an appointment to visit the Permanent Resident Services Centre in Singapore. There, you'll receive your Re-Entry Permit and ID card. Schedule an e-appointment at https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/ibook/index.do. You must visit the Permanent Resident Services Centre within 2 months of receiving your outcome letter. Bring your required documents to the formalities appointment. When you head to the Permanent Resident Services Centre, bring hard copies of the documents you uploaded onto the online application portal. Additionally, you'll need to pay the fees for your identifying documents, which may vary. As of 2018, your new ID card and your 5-year Re-Entry Permit each cost S$50. Double check your outcome letter for your specific fees. When you get to the Centre, you'll receive a ticket from a kiosk. When your ticket is called, you'll approach a counter and a clerk will help you complete your formalities. Register for National Service if you’re a male. After successfully applying for permanent residency, men over age 16 1/2 will receive a letter with instructions on registering for National Service. This is a mandatory 2-year period of military training served as soon as possible after turning 18. Additionally, men up to age 50 are required to serve up to 40 days per year of Operationally Ready National Service. To register for National Service and learn more about your requirements, visit https://www.ns.sg/nsp/portal/site/start. Failure to complete National Service could lead to your resident status to be revoked. 
Verify your eligibility to apply for permanent residency. Apply via the electronic-Permanent Residence system (e-PR). Log into your SingPass account. Download the application form and enter your personal information. Submit a passport-sized color photograph through the portal. Upload a scanned copy of your travel document. Provide a scanned copy of your birth certificate. Submit your employment information if you’re applying as a worker. Upload the educational transcripts of the applicant and sponsor. Obtain translated documents from your embassy, if necessary. Pay a non-refundable S$100 processing fee. Allow 4 to 6 months for your application to be processed. Schedule an e-appointment to complete your formalities. Bring your required documents to the formalities appointment. Register for National Service if you’re a male. 