Frequently Asked Questions About The Benefits Of Being A Singapore Permanent Resident (PR)
How Long Does Singapore Permanent Resident Status Last?
A Singapore PR status lasts for five years. You can apply for renewal through the Immigration And Checkpoints Authority Singapore (ICA).
How Do I Extend My PR Status While Not In Singapore?
It is important to note that you should have a valid Re-Entry Permit (REP) while on a PR status. If you wish to renew your REP, you can visit the ICA website and apply for a renewal through the e-REP service.
Why Is Having A Singapore PR Status Beneficial To Your Family?
As briefly mentioned in the article above, having a PR status allows you to apply for Long-Term Visit Passes for your spouse and dependents, and it opens up multiple opportunities for career, housing and childhood education.
In the long term, it also makes you eligible to apply for Singapore Citizenship.
Can I Apply For A Singapore Citizenship While Holding Singapore PR?
After holding a PR status for at least two years, you are required to be at least 21 years old. Alternatively, you must have a PR status for two years and be married to a Singapore Citizen for two years.
Does A Permanent Residency Status Grant Me Voting Rights?
No, it does not
Is Singapore PR Entitled To Maternity Leave Benefits?
Regardless of your nationality, you will still be eligible for maternity leave benefits. You are entitled to take 12 weeks of maternity leave from work if you are covered by an employment act and have been employed for at least three months.
Are There Any Restraints To The Public Benefits Of Permanent Residency?
There are some notable exceptions to the public benefits of permanent residency, including not being able to vote and other public benefits such as limited medical care, and getting better public schools.
Will I Be Required To Service National Service (NS)?
All male Singapore citizens and permanent resident males, unless exempted, are obliged to perform National Service (NS). After completing their full-time military service they will be called Operationally Ready National Service (NSmen). An NSman's obligation ends at the age of 50 or 40 years, depending upon his rank.
Those applying for PR status under the Professional/Technical Personnel and Skilling Workers Scheme or the Investor scheme are exempt from military service. To find out more information on Singapore's military service, contact us today.