How to Pay the DRS Annual Fee
The Debt Repayment Scheme (DRS) annual fee is $300 (years 1-2) and $350 (years 3-5), that you must pay every year to stay on the scheme.
Payment deadline: Anniversary of your DRS start date
Important: If you don't pay the annual fee on time, you may be failed from DRS
Before you start
You will need:
● Your DRS case reference number OR your NRIC number
● A credit or debit card for payment
● Internet access to use the online payment portal
Step 1: Go to the payment website
1. Visit the MinLaw eServices portal: https://eservices.mlaw.gov.sg/ecoll/
2. Read the terms and conditions
3. Click the "Agree" button to continue
Step 2: Select your payment type
4. Look for "Debt Repayment Scheme" in the list of services
5. Click on "Debt Repayment Scheme"
6. Select "DRS Payment by Debtor" from the options
Step 3: Enter your details
7. Enter your identification:
○ Type in your DRS Case Reference number OR
○ Type in your NRIC number
8. Click "Proceed”
9. Check that your case details appear correctly
Step 4: Choose what to pay
10. Select "Annual Fees" from the payment options
11. Check that the fee amount shows as current fee: $300.00/$350.00
12. Enter “Payer’s Name”
13. Click "Add to Cart"
14. Click “Checkout”
15. At the payment summary click “Proceed to pay”
16. Enter your email address in the Payment Status Notification section
Step 5: Make your payment
17. Choose your payment method:
○ Credit card (Visa, Mastercard)
○ Debit card
18. Enter your card details:
○ Cardholder name (exactly as shown on card)
○ Card number (16 digits)
○ Security code (CVV - 3 digits on back of card)
○ Expiry date (MM/YY)
○ Email address
19. Click "Submit”
Step 6: Confirm your payment
20. Wait for the payment confirmation page
21. Save or print your receipt - you will need this as proof of payment
22. Note down your transaction reference number
23. Keep your receipt until your next payment is due
What happens after you pay
Processing time: Payment is processed within 1-2 working days
Confirmation: You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours
Receipt: Keep your payment receipt and transaction number for your records
If you have problems with payment
Common issues and solutions:
Payment Troubleshooting
Problem | Solution |
Card payment declined | Check card details, contact your bank, try different card |
Cannot find your case | Check NRIC/case number, contact IPTO |
Website not working | Try different browser, clear cache, try later |
For DRS payment questions: Contact the Insolvency and Public Trustee's Office (IPTO):
● Phone: 1800 2255 529
● Email: https://eservices.mlaw.gov.sg/enquiry/
● Office: 45 Maxwell Road, #07-11 The URA Centre (East Wing) Singapore 069118
Important reminders
● Pay before the deadline: Late payment may result in failure from DRS
● Keep your receipt: You may need it as proof of payment
● Check your confirmation: Make sure you receive confirmation within 24 hours
● Annual payment: You must pay this fee every year to stay on DRS
For more information about DRS, visit https://io.mlaw.gov.sg/debt-repayment-scheme/about-debt-repayment-scheme/
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