Can I submit my Singapore PR application without the testimonials from my previous employer?
You may do so as testimonials from your previous employers are not a prerequisite for Singapore PR applications.
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You may do so as testimonials from your previous employers are not a prerequisite for Singapore PR applications.
If there is a change in your employment details whilst your PR application is being processed, please upload the following documents for our reference:-
a) A letter to state the purpose of submitted the additional supporting document(s), for example increment etc.
b) Relevant documentary proof (for example, increment letter and/or latest payslip showing the increment etc.) via 'Ad-hoc submission' under 'Enquire Application status' at ICA e-Service
Generally, Singapore PR applications take about six months to process, provided all the required documents are submitted. Depending on the complexity of the case, some applications may take more than six months to process.You will be informed of the outcome via email/post. Meanwhile, you or your sponsor may check the status of your PR application online through MyICA or ICA e-Service. New or repeated applications, for the same person(s), will not be accepted while the current application is still in process.
You may log in to the e-Service and enquire using the "Enquire Application Status" function.
If you have applied for PR as a foreign student, please check the status of your application at ICA e-Service using your FIN, date of birth and ePR application reference number (e.g, XXXXXX).
You will be notified of the outcome by email/post.
An Identity Card refers to a separate document issued by the holder's country/place of nationality/citizenship for the purpose of proof of identity. You do not need to submit a copy of your Identity Card or its details with your Singapore PR application if you have not been issued with such a document.
You may e-sign on the PDF documents required for the Singapore PR application.
You may submit your request to amend your particulars using the email address as indicated in your application, to ICA_PR@ica.gov.sg, while your PR application is pending.
Foreign students studying in Singapore on a valid immigration pass may submit a Singapore PR application online under the Foreign Student Scheme (FSS) if they have resided in Singapore for more than two years at the point of application and have passed at least one national exam or are in the Integrated Programme.Applicants are advised to read through the Step-by-Step Guide, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and Explanatory Notes and Document List at the ICA e-Service before proceeding with the Singapore PR submission.
We are unable to share specific information on the assessment of applications.
All applications for PR are carefully considered and reviewed by ICA. Factors such as the applicant's family ties to Singaporeans, economic contributions, length of residency in Singapore, ability to contribute to and integrate into Singapore, and commitment to sinking roots in Singapore are considered, among other factors. We are unable to share further information on the assessment of applications.
If there are additional or updated information or documents since your last application, you may consider submitting a fresh application online at ICA e-Service.Please note that the outcome of the application will remain the same if there are no changes to your circumstances, and if the same information or documents are submitted.
You may refer to the ICA website on the eligibility to apply for PR.
You will be able to submit the Singapore PR application again once the previous PR application has been automatically purged after 7 days (i.e. 168 hours).
You may save your PR application as a draft and continue later within the stipulated time indicated in the e-Service which will appear once you start the application.
Each Singapore PR application is carefully considered and reviewed before a decision is made. If you would still like to be considered for Singapore PR, you may submit a fresh application online through the ICA e-Service when there is a substantial change in your circumstances.
Please refer to the ICA website for more information on the eligibility criteria for PR application.
You do not need to have an employer's sponsorship to apply for permanent residence.
You may enquire the status of your application at the ICA e-Service by using your FIN, date of birth and e-PR application reference number e.g. XXXXX.
All Singapore PR applications must be submitted via the ICA e-Service. You are advised to read through the "Step-by-Step Guide", "Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)" & "Explanatory Notes and Document List" before submitting your application online.
You may visit ICA website for more information on Singapore Permanent Residence.