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Renunciation of Singapore Citizenship

Find out more on how to renounce your Singapore Citizenship

Last updated 20 November 2025

A citizen of Singapore can only renounce his/her Singapore Citizenship if he/she:

  • Is aged 21 and above

  • Is of sound mind

  • Has acquired the citizenship of another country.

The Government may reject the renunciation of Singapore citizenship by a male citizen if he has enjoyed citizenship privileges, including possession or use of the Singapore passport, and has outstanding National Service (NS) obligations.

For more information, please visit the Immigrations and Checkpoints Authority's website.