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[sweet_longan]

Isn't there something that says that if you are under 40 and you acquire Singapore PR (and are not exempt by virtue of applying for PR through your Employment Pass) you a will still have to do NS?

I am not sure about this and hope someone who knows will help out with an answer cos I would like to know too.

Thanks

[Pinky...]

First generation PRs do not need to serve NS, however, those who get their PRs / Citizenships via their parents (Second Generation) have to do NS.

[Templar]

First generation PRs do not need to serve NS, however, those who get their PRs / Citizenships via their parents (Second Generation) have to do NS.

There's gotta be an age limit to this 'clause'. You don't want old geezers like myself for NS. On second thots, much of what's put out doesn't make any sense.

[yoongf]

Actually.. nobody is too old to defend his homeland. NS is not just about jumping out of helicopters or charging up a hill.
There are many logistical roles that Seniors can play a part. If 50+ yr old chaps can drive 12m long public buses, I don't see why these ppl can't drive a 5 tonne Army truck.

Sentry duties on Jurong Island isn't much different from that of a condo security guard too, only difference being the right to bear automatic weapons!

[Guest]

Actually.. nobody is too old to defend his homeland. NS is not just about jumping out of helicopters or charging up a hill.
There are many logistical roles that Seniors can play a part. If 50+ yr old chaps can drive 12m long public buses, I don't see why these ppl can't drive a 5 tonne Army truck.

Sentry duties on Jurong Island isn't much different from that of a condo security guard too, only difference being the right to bear automatic weapons!

True, true. You got a good point there. I guess things must be different now with regards to NS requirements and such. I don't recall any 50 year olds doing any of this during my days as a Guards officer.

You're right though.....homeland defense could be in any capacity.

T.

[ferunk]

Hi there,

My fiance (who is Kiwi) and I (Singapore citizien) were just wondering the same thing. Anyway, I emailed Mindef and got this response.

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Thank you for your email.

There is no requirement for first-generation Permanent Residents to serve National Service. Only Singapore citizens and second generation PRs need to serve National Service.

We hope we have been of service to you.

For further information, please visit the MIW portal at http://www.miw.com.sg or contact MINDEF eServices Centre at 1800-364 6333.(Press "0" to speak to our Customer Service Officer after selecting your language.)

We look forward to serving you better.


Regards


Markus Tan
Customer Service Officer
MINDEF eServices Centre

[Sgt Muppet]

Although......

I got my PR about a year ago, and did my investigating, just to see IF I would have to serve NS. Same answer - no need for first time PR.

Then about 2 months later I get a form from the Minestry of Defense, saying I had to "register" with the MOD.... No need to serve lah... it's just a formality one.....

No matter how many times I asked the helpdesk in MOD "do I need to serve NS?? Do you really want to arm a Paddy in Singapore" I got the same answer - just a formality, so we can ensure your in-elligibility....

In the end... tired of asking....I submitted the form, and still have heard nothing.... Am still waiting for a knock on the door.... You're in the army buddy....