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Parent renounce Singapore citizenship to get son away from NS?	Mad Scientist	Fri, 04 Nov 2022 8:07 am	Once in total	National Service
Age limit for National Service as a PR	DumbAndDumber	Wed, 27 Mar 2019 3:31 pm	Once this year	National Service

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Australian International School Singapore

Last post by Pal « Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:00 am
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by Pal » Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:00 am » in Parenting, Family & Schools

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AIS has a long history of delivering a holistic, rounded education. What makes us truly unique is that we offer a...

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Canadian International School

Last post by Pal « Fri, 15 Jan 2021 6:08 pm
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by Pal » Sat, 18 Aug 2018 10:25 pm » in Parenting, Family & Schools

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The Canadian International School (CIS) is a leading international school in Singapore. Founded in 1990, CIS has over...

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Bump for this thread 8-)

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Fri, 15 Jan 2021 6:08 pm
Stamford American International School

Last post by Pal « Fri, 13 Dec 2019 12:14 pm
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by Pal » Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:34 pm » in Staying, Living in Singapore

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Stamford American International Singapore offers an holistic education for students from 2 months to 18 years of age, being the first and only school...

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SAIS International School .

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Question about obtaining SC by descent and NS

Last post by alvinlwh « Tue, 06 Aug 2019 10:05 pm
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by dave85 » Wed, 17 Jul 2019 1:54 pm

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Hello everyone,

I have a question regarding NS liabilities. I beg your pardon if this question has been asked before.

I am a SC. My newborn son has...

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I asked this very same question a year ago and my boy is now 3 1/2 months old. The conclusion I got from here is don't do it.

MS said this and it is...

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Last post by alvinlwh
Tue, 06 Aug 2019 10:05 pm
National Service Singapore

Last post by Mad Scientist « Sun, 19 May 2019 7:56 am
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by laaussi » Thu, 08 Mar 2018 8:08 pm
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Hi there,
My boyfriend is born in Singapore and moved to Australia with his parents and siblings at the age of 8. He is turning 19 soon and currently...

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Don't have to make any appointment. Talk to the ladies there. Inquire as much about your concerns. Even if you do know after your research here,...
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Last post by Mad Scientist
Sun, 19 May 2019 7:56 am
returning to Singapore after PR Renunciation and son's NS liability

Last post by PNGMK « Sat, 11 May 2019 10:52 pm
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by Jenny12321 » Fri, 10 May 2019 8:44 pm

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Hi everyone, I was a Singapore PR and my Re entry permit (REP) renewal was rejected in year 2015. I was told that as long as I stay in Singapore, I...

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1. No
2. Yes you should renounce your son's PR immediately.

Thank you for your reply! Just want to check one more thing with you. My daughter of...

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Last post by PNGMK
Sat, 11 May 2019 10:52 pm
Enlisting in NS Early

Last post by taxico « Fri, 12 Apr 2019 3:10 am
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by nsquiries » Sun, 04 Nov 2018 1:47 am

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Hi, I am currently studying overseas and I am considering enlisting early in NS at 16.5 instead of 18.

Has anyone enlisted early before? and what...

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Hi, I am currently studying overseas and I am considering enlisting early in NS at 16.5 instead of 18.

Has anyone enlisted early before? and what...

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Last post by taxico
Fri, 12 Apr 2019 3:10 am
NS Liability in practice (older, naturalised)

Last post by PNGMK « Fri, 29 Mar 2019 8:58 am
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by chocolatehead » Fri, 29 Mar 2019 12:48 am

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Please help!

For a male second-time PR or a new citizen, that person has NS liability.

If he’s already over 40 (say 42), what does this liability...

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don't you read others posts? no chance of call up unless China goes rogue and in which case everyone will be fighting for survival.

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Last post by PNGMK
Fri, 29 Mar 2019 8:58 am
NS liability for PR under Foreign Students scheme

Last post by PNGMK « Fri, 08 Feb 2019 11:33 am
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by callmediego » Thu, 07 Feb 2019 3:14 pm

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Hi everyone,

I understand that Foreign Students are now able to apply for a Singapore PR under the new Foreign Student scheme:

My only concern...

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I'd add that there is a VERY strong chance you will be called up ASAP and your studies interrupted.

CMPB would want you in their system before you...

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Last post by PNGMK
Fri, 08 Feb 2019 11:33 am
One guy dodging , one guy critically injured!

Last post by PNGMK « Tue, 29 Jan 2019 2:19 pm
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by Barnsley » Wed, 23 Jan 2019 9:49 am

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This unfortunate incident , especially with it being a relatively famous person , isnt gonna help the image of national Service here is it?

Then the...

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Classic pinch hazard and a good post from a HSE aware person.

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Last post by PNGMK
Tue, 29 Jan 2019 2:19 pm
Dual nationality, which one takes precedence?

Last post by alvinlwh « Thu, 24 Jan 2019 7:06 pm
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by alvinlwh » Thu, 13 Dec 2018 7:49 pm
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Hi, I had been reading this forum for years so my guess is I already know the answers to some of my questions. However I will like some confirmation...

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Anecdotes above are great, but keep in mind technology improves, processes improve, and digital data is forever.

You're a fool to think your...
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Last post by alvinlwh
Thu, 24 Jan 2019 7:06 pm
Can anything be done about my NS/deserter issues?

Last post by PNGMK « Wed, 12 Dec 2018 9:20 am
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by NSproblems2018 » Sat, 25 Aug 2018 3:51 am
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Hi everyone,

To start off, I've read the incredibly informative article on this website as well as some of the forum posts regarding NS issues. I'm...

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IT's difficult to have any sympathy to those who complain when the procedure to leave Singapore and her NS obligations is laid out and not...
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Last post by PNGMK
Wed, 12 Dec 2018 9:20 am
Looking for Advice to Get Exempted From NS

Last post by Rasputin « Wed, 29 Aug 2018 8:42 pm
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by NSAdvice » Mon, 28 May 2018 5:22 am
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Hello, I would really appreciate it if anyone could provide me with a step-by-step process on how to get exempted from NS (if possible).

I am...

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:evil: Hope your knee reconstruction goes OK, I have arthritic knees and am reluctant to undergo reconstructive surgery. :evil:
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Last post by Rasputin
Wed, 29 Aug 2018 8:42 pm
Even a Crazy Rich Asian cannot dodge NS/CMPB!

Last post by PNGMK « Wed, 29 Aug 2018 3:26 pm
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by PNGMK » Wed, 22 Aug 2018 5:36 pm

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Mr Kevin Kwan failed to register for National Service (NS) in 1990, despite notices and letters sent to his overseas address. He also stayed overseas...

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In today's news it was announced by ICA the Kwan does not appear to have come into the country since 2000 based on his name and date of birth. They...

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Last post by PNGMK
Wed, 29 Aug 2018 3:26 pm
Apologies but yet another NS deferment post

Last post by PNGMK « Tue, 28 Aug 2018 2:45 pm
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by Ixora05 » Mon, 27 Aug 2018 8:15 am

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Hi all,
My sincerest apologies for yet another NS post. Very worried mother over here.
Quick family background—I am a Singaporean citizen with US...

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And yet another case of this hot button issue

Extraordinary (and brave lad). 9 weeks and no longer a SC or SRP. Wow.

This is the first case of...

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Last post by PNGMK
Tue, 28 Aug 2018 2:45 pm
NS liability for new citizen (formerly PR on PTS scheme)

Last post by PNGMK « Wed, 04 Jul 2018 4:15 pm
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by trendem » Wed, 04 Jul 2018 1:19 pm

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I am a 28 year old 1st generation male PR on the Professional/Technical Personnel/Skilled Workers scheme. When I became a PR, I received a letter...

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Your exemption will carry through.

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Last post by PNGMK
Wed, 04 Jul 2018 4:15 pm
Questions about National Service in Singapore

Last post by vlogin « Wed, 21 Mar 2018 10:00 pm
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by NSissues » Sun, 13 Nov 2016 12:42 am

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I know that there is a guide to NS issues in this forum; but I didn't see it covered in there.
Case:
-I'm currently 16 and will turn 16.5 in a few...

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Do not cross post in multiple threads. It only confuses things.

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Last post by vlogin
Wed, 21 Mar 2018 10:00 pm
2nd Gen ex-PR wanting to return

Last post by sundaymorningstaple « Sat, 17 Mar 2018 1:23 pm
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by IUXD » Tue, 30 Jan 2018 7:31 pm
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Hello,

I am currently an australian citizen living in Australia but I have lived in Singapore for the first 15 years of my life. However due to my...

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Also from the Explanatory Notes to the Form 4 PR application notes....

National Service Liability

13. Under the Enlistment Act, all male...
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Sat, 17 Mar 2018 1:23 pm
No NS liable PR who renounced status allowed work or study

Last post by Kamikaze « Tue, 13 Mar 2018 4:52 am
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by Barnsley » Wed, 06 Aug 2014 1:03 am

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From Asia's number One news Portal ...

Minister for Defence Ng Eng Hen has said that no NS-liable permanent resident (PR) who renounced his PR...

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Read this...

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Last post by Kamikaze
Tue, 13 Mar 2018 4:52 am
NS man Overseas Notification "consolidated trips" > 6 months

Last post by Mad Scientist « Mon, 25 Dec 2017 10:54 am
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by taxico » Mon, 18 Dec 2017 6:12 pm

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info for NS men that are using the overseas notification loop hole ...

i'm not sure if it's a recent change (ns.sg got revamped more than once...

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Not sure now as it has been a long time ago but I used the exit permit route which is much safer as long as it is under 1 year and 364 days. You...

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Last post by Mad Scientist
Mon, 25 Dec 2017 10:54 am
Australia will not waive good character test for NS defaulters

Last post by sundaymorningstaple « Fri, 01 Dec 2017 1:58 pm
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by PNGMK » Fri, 01 Dec 2017 6:46 am

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A national service defaulter seeking Australian citizenship was advised by a tribunal in that country to first return to Singapore and face pending...

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Savage! :cool:

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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Fri, 01 Dec 2017 1:58 pm
Real World National Service Experience?

Last post by Pal « Sun, 08 Oct 2017 2:44 am
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by daveco23 » Mon, 18 Apr 2016 1:08 pm

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Hi Everyone,
So, we've been here 3+ years, loving it and want to stay for as long as possible. Giving serious thought to PR, and as we have a 9 year...

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Just restored this thread

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Last post by Pal
Sun, 08 Oct 2017 2:44 am
Please Help.

Last post by ecureilx « Thu, 05 Oct 2017 5:28 pm
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by cdnsing1 » Mon, 27 Feb 2017 10:26 am
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Hi,

I've read through quite a few posts here, although not all of them yet about the process of renunciation in Singapore.

I started this process...

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Are times that bad, bad enough to spam forums and in the wrong threads too ?? :o
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Thu, 05 Oct 2017 5:28 pm

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