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Singapore Permanent Residency (PR) PTS Scheme Checklist 2026

Complete checklist for Singapore Permanent Residency (PR) under the PTS Scheme. ICA e-PR portal requirements, minimum EP tenure, scoring criteria, and family inclusion.

Overview & Statutory Background

The Professionals, Technical Personnel and Skilled Workers (PTS) Scheme is the primary pathway for Employment Pass (EP), S Pass, Personalised Employment Pass (PEP), and ONE Pass holders to obtain Singapore Permanent Residency (PR). Applications are submitted online via ICA's e-PR portal. ICA evaluates applicants holistically based on economic contribution, age, educational qualifications, family ties, integration into Singapore society, and length of residency (minimum 6 months EP/S Pass tenure recommended before applying).

Key Pass Highlights & Statutory Criteria

Min. Pass Tenure

6 Months EP/S Pass

Verified

Processing Time

6 - 12 Months

Verified

ICA Portal Fee

S$100 / applicant

Verified

Spousal & Child Option

Included in Application

Verified

Evaluation Criteria & Points Breakdown

1. Economic Contribution & Tax History

High Priority

Assessed via IRAS tax assessments, monthly CPF/salary history, sector criticality, and salary trajectory.

2. Educational Qualifications

High Priority

Degree qualifications from recognized global universities and professional certifications.

3. Family Ties & Demographics

Medium Priority

Having local family, Singapore citizen relatives, or applying together with spouse and young children.

4. Social Integration & Community Effort

Bonus Factor

Active volunteering in Singapore grassroots organizations, donations, and long-term residency commitment.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

Must hold a valid Employment Pass (EP), S Pass, Personalised Employment Pass (PEP), ONE Pass, or Tech.Pass.

Recommended minimum 6 months of physical residency and salary/tax history in Singapore prior to e-PR submission.

Main applicant can include legally married spouse and unmarried children under 21 years old in the same PR application.

MANDATORY NATIONAL SERVICE (NS): Male applicants granted PR as second-generation permanent residents (included under parents' application) are liable for mandatory National Service upon reaching age 18.

Step-by-Step Application & Issuance Process

Document Compilation & Employer Annex A

Gather all certified documents and request employer to complete official Annex A form.

ICA e-PR Portal Submission

Submit online application via ICA e-PR portal with S$100 fee per applicant.

ICA Processing & Assessment

ICA reviews application holistically (takes 6 to 12 months).

Approval-in-Principle (AIP) & Formalities

Upon approval, complete medical screening, pay S$50 re-entry permit fee, and register biometrics at ICA Building to receive Blue NRIC PR card.

Required Document Checklist

•ICA Annex A Form (completed and signed by employer)

•Current Passport & Valid Work Pass (EP/S Pass/PEP/ONE Pass)

•Official Birth Certificate & Highest Educational Degree Certificates

•IRAS Income Tax Assessment Notices & Payslips for the past 6 months

•Employer Letter of Employment stating position, join date, basic monthly salary, and breakdown of allowances

•Marriage Certificate & Children's Birth Certificates (if including family)

•Proof of Voluntary Work, Grassroots Contribution, or Charitable Grants in Singapore (optional bonus)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

While ICA allows applications after holding an EP or S Pass for 6 months, immigration consultants generally recommend establishing 2 to 3 years of continuous employment, IRAS tax returns, and social integration for higher approval odds.

Yes. Male children who obtain Permanent Residency under their parents' PR application (second-generation PRs) are legally required to serve 2 years of full-time National Service upon reaching age 18.

Yes. Both Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass holders are eligible to apply for PR under the PTS Scheme.

The ICA e-PR online processing fee is S$100 per applicant. Upon approval, an additional S$50 fee applies for the Re-Entry Permit (REP) and S$50 for the PR identity card.

No. Under the PTS Scheme, you can only include your spouse and unmarried children under 21. Parents can be sponsored for Long-Term Visit Passes (LTVP) once you become a PR or Citizen.

If rejected, candidates can submit an appeal letter within 6 months if there are significant positive updates (e.g. salary increase, promotion, higher degree, local marriage), or re-apply after 6 to 12 months.