Is it possible for EP/PEP to extend a STVP online?

[zzm9980]

Is it possible for an EP/PEP holder to extend a visitors short-term visit pass online? I thought I saw something on the EPOL site to do this when I applied for my PEP. Of course can't check right now, as this "online" service has hours of operation shorter than the local Starbucks.

I see an equivalent service on ICA's site, but it requires an SC or PR to sponsor.

[JR8]

Surely the SVP holder can do it themselves?

[zzm9980]

Surely the SVP holder can do it themselves?

Oh right, but they need to list a SC or PR sponsor. Unless I'm looking at the wrong website?

[JR8]

http://www.ica.gov.sg/page.aspx?pageid= ... ligibility for Online Applications

I have to say I find the following requirement a little unclear...

'You will require a local sponsor* if you are seeking an extension of short term Visit Pass to 89 days from the date of entry or if you are a National of the countries tabled below:-'

Does this mean that if you entered and got a 30 day SVP, and wish to e-extend it for another 30, or in fact up to 58 days for an aggregate stay of 88 days you do not need a sponsor?

[zzm9980]

Oh yeah, I got there too. I interpreted the 30 day thing to only be useful for those who received less than a 30 day chop on arrival. Even then, if you actually click the 30 day option, it asks for your sponsor.

Original plan was Batam; looks like it is still going to be the case..

[zzm9980]

And to any future visitors, no, EP/PEP can't do it. The extension on EPOL is only for those extending their own passes if their WP is pending.