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Benefits

Singapore ranks in top 3 of the best passports in the world and this makes its citizenship rights as one of the most attractive to many foreigners. While there are many benefits and perks that comes along with holding a citizen status in Singapore, there are also it’s own set of obligations. Citizens of Singapore are expected to comply with the country’s regulations and duties imposed.

The benefits are,

Benefits

Becoming a Singapore Citizen

In order to moderate the impact of ageing and low birth rates in our citizen population, and to prevent it from shrinking over the longer term, Singapore grants approximately 22,000 new citizenships annually, to individuals who are committed to making Singapore their home. These individuals either shar family ties with Singaporeans, or have studied, worked or lived here for some time as Permanent Residents.

The following categories of individuals are eligible to apply for Singapore Citizenship:

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The following categories of individuals are eligible to apply for Singapore Citizenship:

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  • Have been a Singapore PR for at least 2 years and above the age of 21 years old.
  • Currently employed in Singapore.
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  • Married to a Singapore citizen for at least 2 years.
  • Have been a Singapore PR for at least 2 years.
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  • An unmarried child under the age of 21 years old, born within the context of a legal marriage to, or have been legally adopted by a Singapore citizen.
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  • A student who has been a PR for at least 1 year
  • Is studying in Singapore for at least 3 years
  • Passed at least one national exam (i.e., PSLE, GCE ‘N’ / ‘O’ / ‘A’ levels) OR is in the Integrated Programme (IP).
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  • A PR who is also an aged parent (i.e., 65 years old) of a Singapore Citizen.

In addition to satisfying the above requirements, the Government also takes into account of the following factors for a Citizenship candidate:

  • Ties of kinship in Singapore
  • Economic contributions
  • Qualifications
  • Age
  • Family Profile
  • Social Integration Efforts
  • Physical Length of Residency
  • Industry Expertise and Skillsets
  • Financial assets and investment held in Singapore
  • Overall conduct as a law-abiding citizen

The Immigration People has helped many individuals to obtain citizenship and establish their roots in Singapore. To understand how we can assist with the time consuming process of documents preparation and enhancing your chances to become a citizen, speak to our immigration experts today.