Permanent residence & citizenship
Singaporean Singapore Citizenship
Citizenship conferred by ICA to eligible applicants such as long-standing permanent residents, spouses of citizens, and children of citizens.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Singapore government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Singapore Citizenship
- Route type
- Naturalisation / conferment of citizenship
- Issuing authority
- Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA)
- National Service
- Male citizens granted status as students or under parental sponsorship are liable for National Service
Who it is for
- Long-standing Permanent Residents seeking to become citizens
- Spouses and children of Singapore citizens
- Others eligible under ICA's citizenship categories
Requirements
- Fall within an eligible citizenship category (for example established PR, spouse or child of a citizen)
- Provide certified true copies of required documents, with official English translations where needed
- Meet ICA's holistic assessment of ability to contribute and integrate, and commitment to settle permanently
What you can do
- Hold a Singapore passport and the full rights of citizenship once conferred
- Sponsor eligible family members for residence
How to apply
- Apply online via ICA's citizenship e-Service with all required documents
- ICA assesses the application and, if approved, arranges conferment and registration
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.