The Singapore study visa is relatively straightforward and in most cases can be applied for by the institute that accepted you hence you may not even have to visit the Consulate or Embassy of Singapore in your home country. You will, however, have to show proof that you can pay for your education to the institute where you have applied. The institute will then process your visa application directly in Singapore and when you arrive in Singapore you will have to submit your passport copies, health forms, photographs and other required documents.
Types of Singapore Student Visas
- Student Pass: This is meant for overseas students who have obtained an offer letter from an institution in Singapore to pursue full-time studies.
- Student Pass (Pre-University): This is meant for those overseas students who have been enrolled on pre-university courses such as the Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-Level programme or International Baccalaureate (IB).
- Student Pass (Private Education Institution): This is meant for those overseas students who have got admission to full-time private education institutions in Singapore.
- Training Employment Pass: Those overseas students who are undergoing practical training in Singapore as part of their studies can get this pass issued.
Pre-Requisites of a Singapore Student Visa
- Offer Letter: Before you can apply for a Singapore Student Visa, you will have to apply and obtain admission into a recognized university/college in the country.
- Student Pass Application: Once you’ve received an admission letter from an institute, an application for a Student Pass will be sent on your behalf by the institute itself through the Student’s Pass Online Application & Registration (SOLAR) system. One needs to send the relevant documents and information to the institution in order to facilitate the application process.
- Submission of Documents: Documents which have to be submitted include a passport-sized photograph, a valid passport, academic transcripts, examination certificates, etc. The application fee also needs to be paid along with it.
- Result: Once you’ve submitted your application, you will have to wait for the result. This may take four weeks or maybe more. You will get to know about the outcome once it is out.
- Student Pass Collection: Students whose applications will get approved have to get their Student Pass from the ICA within 30 days of arriving in the country.
