Singapore Passport Fees, Processing Times & Collection Guide 2026

Complete guide to Singapore passport fees (S$70 online), processing times (1-2 weeks), & collection at SingPost or ICA Building iCollect kiosks.

Statutory Overview & Passport Framework

Applying for or renewing a Singapore passport involves statutory fee structures and collection workflows regulated by ICA under the Passports Regulations. Applications submitted online via the MyICA portal cost S$70, while paper applications or over-the-counter submissions cost S$80. Passports for citizens aged 16 and above carry a 10-year validity, whereas passports for children under 16 carry a 5-year validity. Standard processing takes 1 to 2 weeks. Once approved, citizens receive an official ICA appointment notification to collect their passport at one of 27 designated SingPost Post Offices or via automated iCollect self-service kiosks at the ICA Building near Lavender MRT station.

Key Passport Rules & Statutory Criteria

S$70 Online Fee vs S$80 Paper Application FeeS$70 Online Fee

Online applications submitted via MyICA enjoy a discounted S$70 fee compared to S$80 paper submissions.

Standard 1 to 2 Weeks Processing Time Window1-2 Weeks Processing

ICA processes standard passport applications within 1-2 weeks; peak holiday periods require up to 4 weeks.

Urgent Passport Expedited Processing (Medical / Family Emergency)Urgent Expedited

Applicants with urgent travel for overseas medical treatment or family bereavement can request expedited processing.

SingPost & iCollect Automated Kiosk CollectioniCollect Kiosks

Biometric fingerprint verification is required upon collection at SingPost or ICA Building iCollect kiosks.

Qualification Rules & Travel Compliance

Online payment must be made via PayNow QR, credit/debit card, or eNETS at the time of MyICA application.

Collection at SingPost requires a service fee of S$6.50 payable directly to SingPost.

Must collect new passport within 3 months of approval notification; uncollected passports will be cancelled without refund.

Existing passport must be brought along for physical punch-hole cancellation during collection.

ICA Application & Verification Checklist

ICA Passports Regulations Fee Schedule & Collection Guidelines

ICA Passport Collection Notification Email / SMS Barcode

Existing Singapore Passport (For physical cancellation)

Singapore NRIC / Birth Certificate for Identity Verification

Step-by-Step ICA MyICA Application & Collection Workflow

Submit Online Passport Application & Pay S$70

Apply online on MyICA portal via Singpass and complete S$70 digital fee payment.

Receive ICA Email / SMS Approval & Collection Notice

IRAS/ICA sends approval notification containing e-Appointment booking link.

Select Preferred Collection Venue (SingPost or ICA)

Book collection appointment at one of 27 SingPost outlets or ICA Building.

Scan Barcode & Complete Biometric Verification

Scan collection barcode and perform fingerprint/iris scan at collection counter or iCollect kiosk.

Surrender Old Passport for Cancellation & Receive New Passport

ICA staff or kiosk punches hole in old passport and releases new 10-year biometric passport.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

A Singapore passport costs S$70 when applied online via the MyICA portal. Paper applications cost S$80.

Standard processing time is 1 to 2 weeks. During peak travel seasons (May-June and November-December), processing may take up to 4 weeks.

Yes. You can choose to collect your new passport at any of the 27 designated SingPost Post Offices across Singapore for a small service fee of S$6.50.

If you need to travel urgently due to a family bereavement or overseas medical emergency, you can submit an online appeal on the ICA portal with supporting documents (e.g., medical memo or death certificate).

If you fail to collect your passport within 3 months from the date of issue, ICA will cancel the uncollected passport and forfeit the application fee.

Children under 6 years old do not need to attend in person; a parent can collect on their behalf. Children aged 6 and above must attend in person for biometric verification.