ICA Singapore | Check Status and e-Services

ICA Singapore is an online resource that assists Singaporeans with the immigration procedure, Singapore arrival card, identity verification, immigration pass, new or misplaced ID card registration, and numerous more services. Without the inconvenience of an office visit or paperwork, all these services can be completed online in minutes. Both long-term residents and guests can benefit from these e-services.

With its user-friendly features and online payment alternatives, the website offers convenient and secure access to immigration services. In addition to helping with visitor arrival and departure, Singapore’s Migration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) is crucial to maintaining the security and stability of the nation’s borders. As innovation has grown, ICA Singapore has embraced digitalization and now offers several e-services to increase client accessibility. This article delves into the many aspects of ICA Singapore’s web-based offerings, focusing on how users can assess their situation and make the most of the e-services.

ICA Singapore and e-Services

The responsibility for effectively managing the country’s migration checkpoints rests with Singapore’s Migration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA). In addition to physical checkpoints, ICA Singapore has expanded its offerings to include electronic technologies, giving residents and tourists to the area hassle-free access to vital solutions.

The days of waiting in line at government offices to get documentation are long gone. Users can finish tasks conveniently from their homes or offices with ICA Singapore’s online services, saving time and avoiding in-person meetings.

e-Services and Forms

The e-services provided by ICA Singapore are very valuable for all citizens and visitors. They help a lot in various aspects. Passport renewal, renewing an identity card, change of residential address, birth and death certificate, SG arrival card, entry visa, and many other services are performed by the ICA Singapore.

Some important e-services of ICA Singapore are given below:

Passport and Identity Card

The travel documents required for passport formation and visiting other countries. Please have the following information ready when submitting the passport application:

• Applicant’s Identity Card Number, Birth Certificate Number, or Citizenship Certificate Number
• Applicant’s Passport Expiry Date Applicant’s recent passport-sized colour photograph (taken within the last three months).
• VISA, Master Credit/Debit Card, American Express Card, or Internet Banking Details.

Please make an online petition if you have lost your passport.

Register or replace your Identity Card

The following Identity Card (IC) transactions are available for you to complete here:

Register/re-register for an Identity Card
Report a lost Identity Card
Replace an Identity Card due to loss, damage or change of particulars

Requirements

• The applicant’s most recent color passport-sized photo, taken in the last three months
• Information from Internet banking, VISA, Master credit/debit cards, and American Express cards

If you have lost your identity card, then report it online on the official site for immediate effect.

e-Pass Enquiry Portal

With the help of this, you can find the e-pass issued to you, which you can check by entering your 10-character DE number.

Apply for an entry visa

When submitting the visa application, please have the following information available:

• Properly filled-out and applicant-signed Form 14A (PDF, 445KB). The information provided in this form will serve as the foundation for the visa application. ICA may request that the form be submitted.
• Completed and signed Form V39A (PDF, 191KB) by the local contact, if applicable
• Recent passport-sized color photo of the applicant (taken within the last three months). For details on required photos, please refer to the Photo Guidelines.
• A duplicate of the candidate’s passport bio-data page, valid for a minimum of six months from the date of entry into Singapore
• Details for Internet banking, VISA, or Master credit/debit cards.

How to Request a Short-Term Visit Pass Extension

Online applications are required for all short-term visit passes. Applications submitted in person will not be accepted.

• Travel information provided by the applicant, such as passport information and the Disembarkation/Embarkation (D/E) Card reference number
• Please seek help on the ICA website if you are having trouble submitting an online application for an Extension of Short-Term Visit Pass.
• Please use www.singpass.gov.sg to create a Singpass account if the person does not already have one.
• If you are a foreigner with family ties and your immediate family members are citizens or permanent residents of Singapore, you will need to provide original supporting documentation to establish the relationship.
• A Singaporean citizen or a permanent resident who is at least 21 years old and has a Singpass account is required if a local sponsor is needed to apply for an extension of a short-term visitor pass.
• Payment is required for an application status that states “In-Principle Approval.”
• If you have a pop-up blocker installed, please add the following websites to your list of permitted websites:. If not, it might not be possible to see the pertinent bank transaction pages.

SG Arrival Card

Before arriving in Singapore, you will need to complete an online form called the Singapore Arrival Card. This form requires you to provide the following information:

• Personal details such as your name, nationality, and passport number.
• Travel information, including your flight number and arrival time.
• Details of your hotel, including the name and address.
• Declaration of your health status, which includes whether you have been in contact with COVID-19 carriers, if you have received the COVID-19 vaccine, or if you are showing any signs or symptoms.
  contact details, such as your phone number and email address.

Digital Birth and Death Certificate

In this digital era, and for the convenience of the people of Singapore, the government decided to provide digital birth and death certificates online. You must have a certificate number and access code to get these certificates.

How do I apply for a permanent visa in Singapore?

If you are a foreign national and one of the following, you may be qualified to apply for permanent residence:

• spouse of a Singaporean national or permanent resident (PR)
• Unmarried minor under 21 who was born into a legally recognized marriage to a Singaporean citizen or PR, or who was legally adopted by one
• senior citizen of Singapore’s parent
• Holders of S Passes or employment passes
• Student studying in Singapore
• An overseas investor in Singapore