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Canada to Singapore with Criminal Record
Hello everyone,
I've been searching the user forms, and have posted before on here. Long story short, I've been accepted to study at a university in Singapore. A few years ago I was convicted of a DUI in Canada, which is a criminal offence. From what I've read on here, it appears there are 2 types of offences in Singapore, and mine might be considered a minor? Would this prevent me from entering the country, or receiving my student pass?
Please don't reply with just a message saying to keep searching the forums. I been searching, and similar answers say it shouldn't be. I'm asking because I;m starting to stress because of the amount of things I need to have finalized rather soon, and I'm looking for a more definitive answer. I appreciate any advice, and again I'm looking for more concrete answers.
Thank you.
I've been searching the user forms, and have posted before on here. Long story short, I've been accepted to study at a university in Singapore. A few years ago I was convicted of a DUI in Canada, which is a criminal offence. From what I've read on here, it appears there are 2 types of offences in Singapore, and mine might be considered a minor? Would this prevent me from entering the country, or receiving my student pass?
Please don't reply with just a message saying to keep searching the forums. I been searching, and similar answers say it shouldn't be. I'm asking because I;m starting to stress because of the amount of things I need to have finalized rather soon, and I'm looking for a more definitive answer. I appreciate any advice, and again I'm looking for more concrete answers.
Thank you.
Re: Canada to Singapore with Criminal Record
You have your answer... what do you want a definitive YES / NO? What happens if they're wrong? Will you sue them?badatusernames wrote: I been searching, and similar answers say it shouldn't be. I'm asking because I;m starting to stress because of the amount of things I need to have finalized rather soon, and I'm looking for a more definitive answer. I appreciate any advice, and again I'm looking for more concrete answers.
Thank you.
Please remember that we are NOT an official government portal and all we can do is give advice. In addition, it may not be your DUI that is the issue. You might not tick another box - how are we to know? Life is about taking chances - try it...
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Hello and thanks for the replies. Carteki I know it seems redundant to ask the same question when I have the answer, I guess its just stress/excitement because I'm really eager to do, and would hate it if I'm not allowed too. Thats why I was looking for a more a source to my question.
Richie, whom would I contact directly if I wanted to find out? The government? My local embassy?
Richie, whom would I contact directly if I wanted to find out? The government? My local embassy?
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OP read this
http://forum.singaporeexpats.com/ftopic ... highlight=
First of all has your crimes been spent albeit erase from your criminal records ? Some countries is 7 years some are longer.
Second DUI is a minor offense in Singapore if you did not serve jail term or the result of your DUI causes injury or death to other road users.
There are two type of criminal offense
One is Traffic Offense i.e speeding and DUI too etc
Second is Serious Offense i.e kidnapping, rape, murder and even DUI that causes aggravated injury
Declare in the application truthfully. IMHO, it is not a major but declare you must and let MOM decide
OP read this
http://forum.singaporeexpats.com/ftopic ... highlight=
First of all has your crimes been spent albeit erase from your criminal records ? Some countries is 7 years some are longer.
Second DUI is a minor offense in Singapore if you did not serve jail term or the result of your DUI causes injury or death to other road users.
There are two type of criminal offense
One is Traffic Offense i.e speeding and DUI too etc
Second is Serious Offense i.e kidnapping, rape, murder and even DUI that causes aggravated injury
Declare in the application truthfully. IMHO, it is not a major but declare you must and let MOM decide
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Well well... I hope what we provided here did provide some peace of mind.badatusernames wrote:I just wanted to say they accepted my application and my visa has been approved. Thanks for the help everyone!
Now, what to pack?
Congratulation and Good Luck on your new adventure in SG
Travel light and Welcome to Singapore , It is a FINE CITY !!
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Hello all, so I have one last question.
I will be staying in Singapore on a student visa. I believe I have to leave the country with in a few days of it expiring. My question is I want to travel SE asia for 6 weeks after my studies. If I book a round trip airfare, will I be able to enter the country again to fly out?
Thanks again.
I will be staying in Singapore on a student visa. I believe I have to leave the country with in a few days of it expiring. My question is I want to travel SE asia for 6 weeks after my studies. If I book a round trip airfare, will I be able to enter the country again to fly out?
Thanks again.
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If you do not overstay here no need to worry.badatusernames wrote:Hello all, so I have one last question.
I will be staying in Singapore on a student visa. I believe I have to leave the country with in a few days of it expiring. My question is I want to travel SE asia for 6 weeks after my studies. If I book a round trip airfare, will I be able to enter the country again to fly out?
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