Singapore Permanent Residence Application
Home / Singapore Permanent Residence Application
Singapore Trace Immigration (SGTI) is here to provide you with a service that stands up to all your expectations and, after thoroughly studying your case, is able to provide you with viable solutions based on strategies that can specifically work for you in getting to Singapore.
We will help you learn how to submit a stronger PR application online and allow you to increase your chances of PR eligibility in Singapore by guiding you through the entire process of the application.
There are a lot of technicalities that are needed to be taught based on each unique case, and only after analyzing different factors and documents for the application will you be able to go forward with this. Team Singapore Trace Immigration (SGTI) is here to improve your success rate in becoming a resident of Singapore.
Benefits of a Singapore Permanent Resident
To become a Singapore citizen, you must first obtain permanent residency (PR) status. After holding PR status for two years, you will then be eligible to apply for citizenship. If you are granted citizenship, you will enjoy Show More
Singapore government programs offer a lot of medical health benefits to Singapore Permanent Residents who will get to avail of that using their CPF funds in their MediSave account. Other health care benefits include lower Show More consultation fees and lower medical bills compared to any non-Singapore permanent resident or foreigner! Show less
Increased Career opportunities with the option to switch jobs freely because companies occasionally prefer permanent residents for a job so that they don’t have to deal with the hassle of renewing employees’ existing work passes.
Once you have obtained permanent residency (PR) status in Singapore, you will be eligible for tax benefits such as tax reliefs and rebates, just like any other Singapore citizen. Additionally, if you enroll in the Central Provident Fund (CPF), Show More both you and your employer will contribute a monthly amount towards your retirement savings. The CPF is incorporated into multiple programs and schemes related to healthcare, housing ownership, family protection, and other investment opportunities that can help grow your assets in the long run. It is also important to ensure that you have enough assets to support yourself after retirement. Show less
Increased Educational opportunities for students who are permanent residents. A person with permanent resident status is given higher priority when they get to apply for housing loans for purchasing a property. Show More Moreover, a PR will also be able to buy a resale Housing Development Board (HDB) unit that is way more affordable than condominiums in today’s market. Thus, you can purchase a property at a much more affordable rate and security than a foreigner who can only purchase private residencies without any government support provided to them. This ultimately means that purchasing a house in any neighborhood on a PR status will mean that your children living in the house under the age of 21 will also be given priority in the nearby public schools that you might wish to enroll them in. Show less
You can easily sponsor your direct family members for a brighter future for the whole.
Other benefits include property owners and government pension options after retirement!
Here's how SGTI can help in your Singapore
PR Application:
We'll Guide You Every Step Of The Way:
From the initial assessment to the final submission, we'll be with you at every stage of the process.
We'll Handle The
Paperwork:
Our team has extensive knowledge of the paperwork involved in the PR application process and we can guide you through it with 100% accuracy and efficiency.
We'll Ensure 100% Compliance with ICA Regulations:
We're up-to-date on the latest ICA regulations and guarantee you meet all the requirements.
We'll Increase Your Chances of Approval:
Our expertise and experience can significantly improve your chances of approval.
We'll Save You Time
And Stress:
Trust us to handle the process, and you can save time and avoid unnecessary stress.
Benefits of a Singapore Permanent Resident
Increased Career opportunities with the option to switch jobs freely because companies occasionally prefer permanent residents for a job so that they don’t have to deal with the hassle of renewing employees’ existing work passes.
Eligibility Requirements For Singapore Permanent Residents
Every year, around 100,000 to 120,000 people apply for Singapore residency. Unfortunately, only a fraction of these applicants are successful in obtaining it due to overestimating their eligibility. Therefore, it’s essential to check your eligibility before submitting an application. Singapore offers various pathways to obtain permanent residency, each with its own eligibility requirements. Here are the available schemes:
Professional, Technical Personnel, and Skilled Workers (PTS) Scheme
The Professional, Technical Personnel and Skilled Workers (PTS) Scheme presents an opportunity for foreign individuals currently employed in Singapore on eligible work passes (excluding Work Permit) to apply for permanent residence (PR). As an applicant, you have the option to include your spouse and unmarried children below 21 years old who were born within the context of a legal marriage or have been legally adopted.
If you are currently employed in Singapore as a skilled worker holding any of the following work passes such as S pass, Employment Pass, Personalised Employment Pass (PEP), EntrePass, ONE Pass or Techpass, you have the opportunity to apply for Permanent Residence (PR) through this program. Now is the time to submit your application to the ICA and potentially secure a future in Singapore.
Additionally, it is necessary to provide the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) with the most recent 6 months’ worth of payslips or other relevant documents issued by your local employer, serving as evidence of your consistent employment and income.
Sponsored Scheme (For a foreign spouse and child(ren) of a Singapore Citizen or PR)
Foreign Students Scheme (FSS)
Foreign students studying in Singapore have an opportunity to apply for permanent resident (PR) status, provided they meet certain criteria. To be eligible, you should have resided in Singapore for a minimum of 2 years and have successfully passed at least one national examination, such as the PSLE, GCE ‘N’, ‘O’, or ‘A’ levels. Students enrolled in the Integrated Programme (IP) are also eligible to apply.
It’s important to note that in addition to the formal criteria, there may be unspoken considerations for the approval of your application. These include factors like your academic merits and the reputation of the educational institutions you have attended.
Global Investor Programme(GIP)
The Global Investor Program (GIP) is an initiative by the Singapore government aimed at attracting foreign investors and entrepreneurs to contribute to the country’s economic growth. The GIP offers a pathway for eligible individuals and their families to obtain Singapore permanent residency.
The GIP is administered by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in Singapore. It provides a streamlined process for high-net-worth individuals who are interested in investing in Singapore and becoming permanent residents.
To qualify for the GIP, applicants must meet certain criteria, including having a substantial business track record, a successful entrepreneurial background, or a significant investment plan for a new business venture in Singapore. The program encourages investors to contribute to key sectors such as technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services.
Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme
The Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme is a program introduced by the Singapore government to attract and support foreign artistic professionals in the country. The scheme aims to enhance Singapore’s arts and cultural landscape by bringing in international talent and fostering artistic collaborations.
Administered by the National Arts Council (NAC) and the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA), the Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme provides a streamlined process for eligible artists, performers, and cultural professionals to work and reside in Singapore.
To qualify for the scheme, applicants should demonstrate exceptional artistic abilities, professional achievements, and a strong commitment to contributing to Singapore’s artistic scene. They may include visual artists, musicians, dancers, actors, directors, designers, and other creative practitioners.
Professional, Technical Personnel, and Skilled Workers (PTS) Scheme
Sponsored Scheme (For a foreign spouse and child(ren) of a Singapore Citizen or PR)
Foreign Students Scheme (FSS)
Foreign students studying in Singapore have an opportunity to apply for permanent resident (PR) status, provided they meet certain criteria. To be eligible, you should have resided in Singapore for a minimum of 2 years and have successfully passed at least one national examination, such as the PSLE, GCE ‘N’, ‘O’, or ‘A’ levels. Students enrolled in the Integrated Programme (IP) are also eligible to apply.
It’s important to note that in addition to the formal criteria, there may be unspoken considerations for the approval of your application. These include factors like your academic merits and the reputation of the educational institutions you have attended.
Global Investor Programme(GIP)
The Global Investor Program (GIP) is an initiative by the Singapore government aimed at attracting foreign investors and entrepreneurs to contribute to the country’s economic growth. The GIP offers a pathway for eligible individuals and their families to obtain Singapore permanent residency.
The GIP is administered by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) in Singapore. It provides a streamlined process for high-net-worth individuals who are interested in investing in Singapore and becoming permanent residents.
To qualify for the GIP, applicants must meet certain criteria, including having a substantial business track record, a successful entrepreneurial background, or a significant investment plan for a new business venture in Singapore. The program encourages investors to contribute to key sectors such as technology, manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services.
Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme
The Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme is a program introduced by the Singapore government to attract and support foreign artistic professionals in the country. The scheme aims to enhance Singapore’s arts and cultural landscape by bringing in international talent and fostering artistic collaborations.
Administered by the National Arts Council (NAC) and the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA), the Foreign Artistic Talent Scheme provides a streamlined process for eligible artists, performers, and cultural professionals to work and reside in Singapore.
To qualify for the scheme, applicants should demonstrate exceptional artistic abilities, professional achievements, and a strong commitment to contributing to Singapore’s artistic scene. They may include visual artists, musicians, dancers, actors, directors, designers, and other creative practitioners.
Singapore PR Application Process
Step 1: Online Submission
Step 2: Processing Time
Step 3: Additional Information
Step 4: Outcome
Voted one of the best immigration agencies in Singapore
Here's what some of our clients
have to say about us:
Our previous clients have seen great success with our services. We’ve helped many foreigners secure Singapore PR, even after multiple rejections from the ICA.
Frequently Asked Questions About Singapore PR Application
A PR will be allowed to stay indefinitely in Singapore if he/she does not travel out of Singapore.
If a PR intends to travel out of Singapore, he/she will require a valid Re-Entry Permit (REP) which is due for renewal every 5 years, or he/she will lose the PR status. You may log on to the e-Service using your Singpass to check on the validity of your REP before travelling out of Singapore.
Free PR cONSULTATION
WORK PERMIT CANNOT APPLY
UNLESS Spouse is SC/PR/S Pass/Employment Pass
