Overview
Once your Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) application receives In-Principle Approval (IPA), you (the sponsor or applicant) must log in to the ICA e-Services to complete the required tasks. After you have completed all necessary formalities, ICA will issue your digital LTVP, which you can access via FileSG or Singpass.
- IPA is not an immigration pass. It does not grant you a legal stay in Singapore. Overstaying is an offence. You must have a valid immigration pass to remain in Singapore while completing these formalities.
Fees
Once ICA has processed your submissions, you will receive a notification to pay the issuance fees online.
- S$60 for applicant's LTVP
- S$30 for a Multiple Journey Visa (if applicable)
You can pay online using any of the following:
- Visa or MasterCard credit/debit card
- American Express (AMEX) credit card
- Internet Direct Debit (DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB and Standard Chartered Bank Internet Banking accounts in Singapore)
- PayNow
Procedure
Complete All Required Tasks
When you receive the IPA, log in to the e-Service for Singpass holder and non-Singpass holder to complete the required tasks before the approval expires.
Before you proceed:
- Check that all your particulars are correct. Errors may delay your LTVP application and affect immigration clearance.
- If you need to upload a photograph, ensure it meets ICA's photo specifications. Avoid using filters or heavy retouching as this can affect facial recognition. Please refer to ICA’s photo guidelines for more information on the requirements.
Pay Issuance Fees
Once ICA has processed your submissions, you will receive a notification to pay the issuance fees. Make your online payment by the deadline to avoid having your application withdrawn.
Complete Formalities
After you have successfully made your payment, you can download a letter indicating whether an in-person visit to the ICA Services Centre is required to complete your formalities.
- If an in-person visit is required: Your appointment date and time will be included in the letter. If you need to reschedule, you can do so via e-Appointment.
- If an in-person visit is not required: ICA will issue your LTVP upon successful payment.
You can then log in to the e-Service to retrieve the Foreign Identification Number (FIN).
Digital LTVP Retrieval
Once you have completed all formalities and ICA has issued your LTVP, you will receive an email from ICA (via FileSG) with instructions on how to retrieve your digital LTVP.
You can also access the digital LTVP through the Singpass app. The LTVP holder can register for a Singpass account 3 working days after ICA officially issues the pass.
FAQs
The LTVP is issued to allow a foreigner to reside in Singapore. You are required to do the medical examination in Singapore.
Your photo does not meet our specifications as follows:
- Must be taken within the last 3 months (i.e. must not have been used in previous applications or passes)
- Cannot be digitally enhanced as this will affect facial recognition
- Cannot be distorted or flipped
- Must be clear, in sharp focus and taken against a plain white background
Please refer to ICA’s Photo Guidelines.
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