Q&A About Singapore Citizen Application by ICA

2026-01-06

On the official website of the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore, detailed explanations are provided for some common questions. Today, let's take a look at how ICA responds to some frequently asked questions regarding Singapore citizenship applications.

Q: Does my child need to be a Permanent Resident(PR) before applying for Singapore citizenship?

A: Your child may apply Singapore Citizenship without the need to be a Permanent Resident.

Children can apply for Singapore citizenship directly, without necessarily having to become a Permanent Resident (PR) first.

Supplementary: There are only a few situations where one must first apply for a Permanent Residency (PR) before applying for citizenship:

1.Have been a Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) for at least two years and are aged 21 and above (you can apply together with your spouse and any unmarried children aged below 21 born to you within the context of a legal marriage or legally adopted by you).

2. Have been a PR for at least two years and have been married to a Singapore citizen for at least two years.

3. Are a PR studying in Singapore; and have been residing/living in Singapore for more than 3 years (of which, at least one year as a PR); and have passed at least one national exam (i.e. PSLE, GCE 'N'/'0'/'A' levels), or are in the Integrated Programme (lP).

4. Are a PR and an Aged Parent of a Singapore citizen.

Q: Why is my Singapore citizenship application pending still after 12 months?

A: All applications for Singapore citizenship are carefully considered and reviewed by ICA. Generally, applications will be processed within 12 months, provided all the required documents are submitted. Depending on the complexity of the case, some applications may take longer to process.

Q: Do l need to book an appointment date for the oath-taking?

A: You are not required to book an appointment for oath-taking. You may proceed to ICA Building, Level 6 and obtain an 'Oath-taking' queue ticket at the self-service kiosks. Please ensure you have the required documents to complete your Oath of Renunciation, Allegiance and Loyalty (ORAL).

Q: Will l lose my Singapore citizenship if l live overseas?

A: Under Article 135(1)(b) and 135(1)(c) of the Singapore Constitution, a Singapore citizen who has been away from Singapore for a continuous period of 10 years or more without a valid Singapore passport may be deprived of his Singapore citizenship.

You are advised to have a valid Singapore travel document if you wish to remain outside of Singapore for more than 10 years.

Q: Does Singapore allow a citizen to keep dual citizenship?

A: Please note that the Singapore government does not allow its adult citizens to hold dual citizenship. Thus, once you have attained the citizenship of another country, you are to renounce your Singapore citizenship as soon as possible.

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