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Singapore Citizenship and Permanent Residence Matters

Find out more on how to apply for Singapore Citizenship or Permanent Residence and how to renounce your Singapore Citizenship

Last updated 11 December 2025

Application for Singapore Citizenship

Please note that with the enhanced e-services, SC parents are required to submit SC application and supporting documents for their children online.

For more information, please visit https://www.ica.gov.sg/apply/citizenship/apply_citizenship_who


Application for Singapore Permanent Residence

Please note that with the enhanced e-services, PR applications are required to be submitted online.

For more information, please visit https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/PR/apply.


Renunciation of Singapore Citizenship

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.