新加坡永久居民身份（PR）：12个常见误解

The success rate for spouse PR applications in Singapore varies based on numerous factors, such as the applicant's qualifications, financial standing, and family ties. The ICA does not release specific success rates, as each application is assessed case by case.

Your spouse can work in Singapore while waiting for the PR application outcome if they have a valid work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass.

No, your spouse does not need to be physically present in Singapore throughout the entire application process. However, if the ICA requires, they may need to be in Singapore for certain stages, such as submitting biometrics or attending an interview.

Your spouse's children from a previous marriage can apply for PR if they have legal custody over them. You will need to provide custody documents in the PR application.

The ICA will assess their eligibility based on the child's age, relationship with the applicant, and financial support.

Yes, after obtaining permanent residency status, your spouse can look forward to applying for Singapore Citizenship.

The selection criteria for a Singapore Citizenship application are much stricter.

They must meet minimum eligibility criteria, which typically include being a PR for at least two years and not losing the PR status due to a case of an expired Re-Entry Permit (REP).

But before considering citizenship status, we encourage keen applicants to ensure that they consistently demonstrate good character, have strong family ties, and are well financially.

From our experience handling PR applications for adult male applicants (typically in their 30s and above) under Sponsored Spouse Scheme, they are generally exempted from the National Service as they are not suitable for full-time NS at that age and did not enjoy any benefits before their PR.

Under the Enlistment Act, all male Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents, unless exempted*, must serve National Service (NS). NS-liable persons are required to register for NS upon reaching 16 and a half years old and will be scheduled for enlistment at the earliest opportunity upon reaching 18 years old.

Deferment from NS for university studies will not be granted regardless of whether such studies have begun. Those pursuing full-time GCE ‘A’ Level or Polytechnic Diploma studies (or equivalent) may be granted deferment if they meet the deferment conditions stipulated by the Ministry of Defence.

*All male applicants must access www.cmpb.gov.sg for information on NS deferment, the pre-enlistment process and Exit Permit requirements before proceeding with the application.

Yes, your spouse can maintain their foreign citizenship after obtaining Singapore PR.

However, if your spouse later decides to apply for and is granted the Singapore citizenship status, they must renounce their original citizenship, as Singapore does not allow dual citizenship.

No, a job offer is not a strict requirement for a Singapore permanent residency application under the sponsored scheme.

However, having a job or a job offer in Singapore can strengthen your spouse's PR application, demonstrating their ability to contribute to the local economy and support themselves and their family.