SC Approved. Yay!

[Kevinsmith08]

Hey guys,

First of all, I want to thank the community here – you guys are awesome. To be honest, this forum has been my go-to place for reading about PR, SC, and several other topics.

I've received my SC approval and the IPA.

It's been a lengthy process, but throughout this journey, I've learned one thing: patience is key. There's no way to "rush" your application process if it's within its timeline limit.

I've been on several passes – starting with the Student Pass, S Pass, E Pass (briefly), LTVP, LTVP+, PR, and finally SC.

There are several threads here that explain quite a lot, and we also have a detailed thread about the SC journey process which I can relate to.

A few key points I'd like to share:

- If you're recently married, wait a while before applying for PR. At least 2-3 years with LTVP is advisable.
- Having a child can definitely increase the chances of approval (I was married to a local and we have a SC child).
- Owning a property such as an HDB is also a significant advantage.
- If your PR application takes longer than the given timeframe and your spouse is a local, and if you have a legitimate reason to expedite the process, consider seeing your MP. A friend's PR application was approved within a week after a 14-month wait, following a visit to an MP.
- Be aware that the ICA has access to everything – MOM, IRAS, etc., anything related to your IC/passport.
- There's no point in emailing them to expedite the application if it's within the given timeframe, or even after the timeframe if you don't have a valid reason – you'll likely receive a standard copy-paste reply.

Finally, good luck to everyone who genuinely wants to lay their roots in Singapore and contribute to this amazing country.

Once again, thank you to the community members and leaders for answering all the basic/newbie questions, no matter how many times they've been asked before.

I actually feel very content at the moment and am looking forward to starting my new journey in SG.

Cheers,
K

[smoulder]

Congrats! That's quite a journey from S Pass to SC! My take is that they have rewarded you for obvious indicators of integration - local education, marriage to a local and with an SC kid.

[jalanjalan]

Congrats!

[sundaymorningstaple]

I thought your nick looked awfully familiar! Congratulations. What was it I said a long time ago? Patience is key?

[abbby]

Heartiest congratulations! Such a wonderful start to 2024!

[Kevinsmith08]

Thanks so much guys

[hopeislife]

Congrats. But the key factor for your transition from Student pass to Citizenship in around 10 years, is mainly your SG spouse and kid. Lucky guy you are.

[JWNYsg]

Congratulations

[Kevinsmith08]

Update -

Last week, I completed all the formalities for my Singapore Citizenship and thought of updating this thread. This might be helpful as I noticed that recent updates regarding SC completion are sparse and most online guides seem outdated.

The process begins with stage 1, followed by stage 2 which is the Singapore Citizenship Journey. This step comprises three parts:

The e-journey: This online journey provides insights into Singapore's history and culture through interactive quizzes. Don't worry about getting a few questions wrong; you can retake them. I managed to complete this in 3-4 days.

The Singapore Experiential Visit: Fortunately, I secured a slot for this within a few weeks. It involves a guided tour of a selected location, where you learn more about the place and complete a simple quiz at the end.

Community Sharing Session: To my surprise, this was quite a crowded affair. We were divided into groups, participated in fun quizzes post-dinner, and shared our personal journeys. Volunteers also gave speeches on societal contributions.

Upon completing the e-journey, I received an email from ICA the very next day instructing me to upload a photo, make a payment, and download the outcome letter.

The outcome letter asked me to renounce my current citizenship and provided a date for the oath-taking appointment. Although my appointment was set for a month later, I managed to reschedule it to an earlier date. You will be given 6 months to complete these formalities.

The renunciation process was painless. On my appointment day, I went to the ICA office with the necessary documents, including two photos and my blue IC.After checking the documents, they gave back the original ones. Following the oath taking they provided me with an IC collection slip.

The IC can be collected after a week - no need to wait until the ceremony. You can apply for the passport the day after the oath taking. My entire visit to the ICA didn't take more than an hour making it a smooth process.

The timeline and gaps between events may vary for others but I wanted to share my experience.

And with that, I have completed my SC formalities The official citizenship certificate will be handed over at a ceremony. This event will take place later - usually within 3 to 6 months.

[malcontent]

Update -

Last week, I completed all the formalities for my Singapore Citizenship and thought of updating this thread. This might be helpful as I noticed that recent updates regarding SC completion are sparse and most online guides seem outdated.

The process begins with stage 1, followed by stage 2 which is the Singapore Citizenship Journey. This step comprises three parts:

The e-journey: This online journey provides insights into Singapore's history and culture through interactive quizzes. Don't worry about getting a few questions wrong; you can retake them. I managed to complete this in 3-4 days.

The Singapore Experiential Visit: Fortunately, I secured a slot for this within a few weeks. It involves a guided tour of a selected location, where you learn more about the place and complete a simple quiz at the end.

Community Sharing Session: To my surprise, this was quite a crowded affair. We were divided into groups, participated in fun quizzes post-dinner, and shared our personal journeys. Volunteers also gave speeches on societal contributions.

Upon completing the e-journey, I received an email from ICA the very next day instructing me to upload a photo, make a payment, and download the outcome letter.

The outcome letter asked me to renounce my current citizenship and provided a date for the oath-taking appointment. Although my appointment was set for a month later, I managed to reschedule it to an earlier date. You will be given 6 months to complete these formalities.

The renunciation process was painless. On my appointment day, I went to the ICA office with the necessary documents, including two photos and my blue IC.After checking the documents, they gave back the original ones. Following the oath taking they provided me with an IC collection slip.

The IC can be collected after a week - no need to wait until the ceremony. You can apply for the passport the day after the oath taking. My entire visit to the ICA didn't take more than an hour making it a smooth process.

The timeline and gaps between events may vary for others but I wanted to share my experience.

And with that, I have completed my SC formalities The official citizenship certificate will be handed over at a ceremony. This event will take place later - usually within 3 to 6 months.

I’m curious about the renouncing step. What kind of evidence was required? Just a letter from your embassy?

[Kevinsmith08]

Update -

Last week, I completed all the formalities for my Singapore Citizenship and thought of updating this thread. This might be helpful as I noticed that recent updates regarding SC completion are sparse and most online guides seem outdated.

The process begins with stage 1, followed by stage 2 which is the Singapore Citizenship Journey. This step comprises three parts:

The e-journey: This online journey provides insights into Singapore's history and culture through interactive quizzes. Don't worry about getting a few questions wrong; you can retake them. I managed to complete this in 3-4 days.

The Singapore Experiential Visit: Fortunately, I secured a slot for this within a few weeks. It involves a guided tour of a selected location, where you learn more about the place and complete a simple quiz at the end.

Community Sharing Session: To my surprise, this was quite a crowded affair. We were divided into groups, participated in fun quizzes post-dinner, and shared our personal journeys. Volunteers also gave speeches on societal contributions.

Upon completing the e-journey, I received an email from ICA the very next day instructing me to upload a photo, make a payment, and download the outcome letter.

The outcome letter asked me to renounce my current citizenship and provided a date for the oath-taking appointment. Although my appointment was set for a month later, I managed to reschedule it to an earlier date. You will be given 6 months to complete these formalities.

The renunciation process was painless. On my appointment day, I went to the ICA office with the necessary documents, including two photos and my blue IC.After checking the documents, they gave back the original ones. Following the oath taking they provided me with an IC collection slip.

The IC can be collected after a week - no need to wait until the ceremony. You can apply for the passport the day after the oath taking. My entire visit to the ICA didn't take more than an hour making it a smooth process.

The timeline and gaps between events may vary for others but I wanted to share my experience.

And with that, I have completed my SC formalities The official citizenship certificate will be handed over at a ceremony. This event will take place later - usually within 3 to 6 months.

I’m curious about the renouncing step. What kind of evidence was required? Just a letter from your embassy?

Yes, you only need a letter from the embassy. After receiving the final renunciation certificate, you can send it to ICA via email.

[malcontent]

Update -

Last week, I completed all the formalities for my Singapore Citizenship and thought of updating this thread. This might be helpful as I noticed that recent updates regarding SC completion are sparse and most online guides seem outdated.

The process begins with stage 1, followed by stage 2 which is the Singapore Citizenship Journey. This step comprises three parts:

The e-journey: This online journey provides insights into Singapore's history and culture through interactive quizzes. Don't worry about getting a few questions wrong; you can retake them. I managed to complete this in 3-4 days.

The Singapore Experiential Visit: Fortunately, I secured a slot for this within a few weeks. It involves a guided tour of a selected location, where you learn more about the place and complete a simple quiz at the end.

Community Sharing Session: To my surprise, this was quite a crowded affair. We were divided into groups, participated in fun quizzes post-dinner, and shared our personal journeys. Volunteers also gave speeches on societal contributions.

Upon completing the e-journey, I received an email from ICA the very next day instructing me to upload a photo, make a payment, and download the outcome letter.

The outcome letter asked me to renounce my current citizenship and provided a date for the oath-taking appointment. Although my appointment was set for a month later, I managed to reschedule it to an earlier date. You will be given 6 months to complete these formalities.

The renunciation process was painless. On my appointment day, I went to the ICA office with the necessary documents, including two photos and my blue IC.After checking the documents, they gave back the original ones. Following the oath taking they provided me with an IC collection slip.

The IC can be collected after a week - no need to wait until the ceremony. You can apply for the passport the day after the oath taking. My entire visit to the ICA didn't take more than an hour making it a smooth process.

The timeline and gaps between events may vary for others but I wanted to share my experience.

And with that, I have completed my SC formalities The official citizenship certificate will be handed over at a ceremony. This event will take place later - usually within 3 to 6 months.

I’m curious about the renouncing step. What kind of evidence was required? Just a letter from your embassy?

Yes, you only need a letter from the embassy. After receiving the final renunciation certificate, you can send it to ICA via email.

Ah, so you have to follow up with the certificate once it’s official.

[Pal]

Congratulations on your journey!

Do come back to the forum often to help the others too!

Hey guys,

First of all, I want to thank the community here – you guys are awesome. To be honest, this forum has been my go-to place for reading about PR, SC, and several other topics.

I've received my SC approval and the IPA.

It's been a lengthy process, but throughout this journey, I've learned one thing: patience is key. There's no way to "rush" your application process if it's within its timeline limit.

I've been on several passes – starting with the Student Pass, S Pass, E Pass (briefly), LTVP, LTVP+, PR, and finally SC.

There are several threads here that explain quite a lot, and we also have a detailed thread about the SC journey process which I can relate to.

A few key points I'd like to share:

- If you're recently married, wait a while before applying for PR. At least 2-3 years with LTVP is advisable.
- Having a child can definitely increase the chances of approval (I was married to a local and we have a SC child).
- Owning a property such as an HDB is also a significant advantage.
- If your PR application takes longer than the given timeframe and your spouse is a local, and if you have a legitimate reason to expedite the process, consider seeing your MP. A friend's PR application was approved within a week after a 14-month wait, following a visit to an MP.
- Be aware that the ICA has access to everything – MOM, IRAS, etc., anything related to your IC/passport.
- There's no point in emailing them to expedite the application if it's within the given timeframe, or even after the timeframe if you don't have a valid reason – you'll likely receive a standard copy-paste reply.

Finally, good luck to everyone who genuinely wants to lay their roots in Singapore and contribute to this amazing country.

Once again, thank you to the community members and leaders for answering all the basic/newbie questions, no matter how many times they've been asked before.

I actually feel very content at the moment and am looking forward to starting my new journey in SG.

Cheers,
K

[Kevinsmith08]

Ah, so you have to follow up with the certificate once it’s official.

Yup that's correct @malcontent They understand that some embassies take time to process this, so there are no issues there.

[Kevinsmith08]

Congratulations on your journey!

Do come back to the forum often to help the others too!

Thank you. And sure thing. This forum has been really helpful for me. When I have time, I'll come and share what I know