Hi,
I know this topic has been heavily discussed, but I just wanted to double check.
Background; 2 months ago our son was born in Canada (which automatically gives him Canadian Citizenship). My wife is from Singapore and holds the Singaporean nationality. I'm from the Netherlands and have a Dutch citizenship, and I have a Singapore PR.
We are considering applying for his Singaporean Citizenship (before he turns 1).
Scenario A. We get his Singaporean Citizenship and if he decides to keep that citizenship, he will do his NS.
Scenario B. We get his Singaporean Citizenship, and renounce his citizenship before the age of 11, and follow these steps: http://theindependent.sg/how-to-avoid-s ... tizenship/
Question B1; does it negatively impact his future opportunities to work and live in Singapore if he renounces his citizenship? For instance, if he wants to return to Singapore at the age of 25, could it be possible his work permit would be denied because of the renounced citizenship?
Question B2; after the age of 11, could he be living in Singapore, as long as he does not make us of the socio economic benefits? For instance, we pay for private school, private healthcare etc.
Scenario C. We do not apply for his Singaporean Citizenship. I'm not sure on what options are available if we want to live in Singapore (for instance, from when the son is in the age of 8 to 14 (just an example).
Question C1. Does he require a PR in order to live and go to school in Singapore? Does that mean he has to serve NS?
Question c2. Are there are other ways that our son could be with us when we live in Singapore? I would imagine not every kid accompanying expats would require PR, just not sure how this process looks like.
Curious what your thoughts are on the above, or if there are even scenario's we haven't thought of at all.
Many thanks in advance!