Requirements
If you are a foreigner, you must apply for or renew a Student's Pass to pursue full-time studies in Singapore.
Before you apply or renew, you must meet the following pre-requisites:
- Approved courses: You must be accepted into an approved full-time course. You cannot apply for a Student's Pass for part-time, evening, or weekend courses.
- Vaccination requirements: If you are a foreign-born applicant aged 12 and below, you must submit your vaccination information to the Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA). Visit the CDA website for the details.
Exemptions
You do not need a Student's Pass if you hold a valid pass or exemption order and meet the conditions listed in the table below:
| Pass Type or Exemption Order | Conditions for studying without a Student’s Pass |
|---|---|
Dependant's Pass (DP) Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) Immigration Exemption Order (IEO) | You are pursuing full-time, non-religious studies. Note: If your pass or IEO expires or is cancelled during your studies, you must apply for a Student's Pass to continue studying. |
| Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) | You are attending a short-term course that meets all the following criteria:
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Procedure
Application requirements and procedures depend on the type of educational institution you intend to study at. Select the education institution below for the specific requirements and apply for or renew a Student’s Pass:
If you want to transfer to another school after your application is approved but before you collect your Student's Pass, you must submit a new application.