[Guide] PR Approved - now what?
Posted: Tue, 31 Jan 2017 9:01 pm
The purpose of this post is to give new PRs an easy reference of things to look out for, documents etc. In all the excitement of getting that IPA letter, it's easy to lose track of details so hopefully this is of use to some of you out there.
1. First thing to do: celebrate! You've beaten the odds, getting PR status in today's climate is pretty tough. Don't spend too long on this because there's a few dozen things to do after.
2. Book your appointment to complete your PR formalities.
You do this via eappointment.ica.gov.sg
It's critical to do this ASAP because appointment slots go fast, so if you want to get the ball rolling just book this first. Usually, the earliest you will be able to book is about 10 working days away. Could be more depending on seasonality.
3. Collate all the documents you'll need:
[*] The actual IPA letter
[*] Medishield health declaration: see post here for how to do this (thanks Dynoto!)
viewtopic.php?t=114784&start=15
[*] two photos according to the guidelines provided. Note that you can smile in this photo, just don't grin like a maniac
[*] Form 6 to apply for your Entry permit: you don't need to enter the UIN/NRIC since you don't have it yet; you'll get this at ICA when completing formalities
[*] Input form for your brand spanking new NRIC
[*] Completed health check: HIV test and chest X-ray. You need not provide the X-ray film, just the form completed by your doc of choice.
[*] Form EP152 (to be filled by employer) - you only need this if you applied via the PTS scheme
[*] Your passport
[*] If you have an existing immigration pass in Singapore (DP, EP, PEP), bring that along; you'll surrender it at ICA
4. SO once all that's done, head down to your appointment. Make sure you're there on time because this will cut your waiting by a lot. There's no point going early; yes you will get an earlier queue number but this number doesn't enter the rotation for the ICA officers until 5m before your actual appointment time (which will be printed on your queue ticket).
The actual process is fuss-free; you'll be asked to provide two thumb prints and an iris scan. Quick stuff. You'll pay $200 (REP, NRIC, Entry permit) or more, if you need a visa too. The officer will stamp your passport and write your IC number in there. You'll get a print out confirming your first Entry permit and REP have been processed and approved.
You can only get your actual IC some days later. You go back to eappointment the next working day after formalities are done, and book a collection date. The instructions ICA provide are straightforward; iCollect is probably your fastest bet.
5. Collect your IC; yay!
6. Make a list of parties you need to update on your new PR status. YMMV, but here's a starter list:
[*] Employer
[*] Bank(s)
[*] Telco
[*] Utilities
[*] Insurance providers
[*] Singpass (you have to apply for a new one)
1. First thing to do: celebrate! You've beaten the odds, getting PR status in today's climate is pretty tough. Don't spend too long on this because there's a few dozen things to do after.
2. Book your appointment to complete your PR formalities.
You do this via eappointment.ica.gov.sg
It's critical to do this ASAP because appointment slots go fast, so if you want to get the ball rolling just book this first. Usually, the earliest you will be able to book is about 10 working days away. Could be more depending on seasonality.
3. Collate all the documents you'll need:
[*] The actual IPA letter
[*] Medishield health declaration: see post here for how to do this (thanks Dynoto!)
viewtopic.php?t=114784&start=15
[*] two photos according to the guidelines provided. Note that you can smile in this photo, just don't grin like a maniac
[*] Form 6 to apply for your Entry permit: you don't need to enter the UIN/NRIC since you don't have it yet; you'll get this at ICA when completing formalities
[*] Input form for your brand spanking new NRIC
[*] Completed health check: HIV test and chest X-ray. You need not provide the X-ray film, just the form completed by your doc of choice.
[*] Form EP152 (to be filled by employer) - you only need this if you applied via the PTS scheme
[*] Your passport
[*] If you have an existing immigration pass in Singapore (DP, EP, PEP), bring that along; you'll surrender it at ICA
4. SO once all that's done, head down to your appointment. Make sure you're there on time because this will cut your waiting by a lot. There's no point going early; yes you will get an earlier queue number but this number doesn't enter the rotation for the ICA officers until 5m before your actual appointment time (which will be printed on your queue ticket).
The actual process is fuss-free; you'll be asked to provide two thumb prints and an iris scan. Quick stuff. You'll pay $200 (REP, NRIC, Entry permit) or more, if you need a visa too. The officer will stamp your passport and write your IC number in there. You'll get a print out confirming your first Entry permit and REP have been processed and approved.
You can only get your actual IC some days later. You go back to eappointment the next working day after formalities are done, and book a collection date. The instructions ICA provide are straightforward; iCollect is probably your fastest bet.
5. Collect your IC; yay!
6. Make a list of parties you need to update on your new PR status. YMMV, but here's a starter list:
[*] Employer
[*] Bank(s)
[*] Telco
[*] Utilities
[*] Insurance providers
[*] Singpass (you have to apply for a new one)