Study In Singapore

How to Apply for a Singapore Student VISA

Students need to apply for Singapore student VISA at least one or two months before the commencement of the course by following the below steps:

Use the acceptance letter from your Institute of Higher Learning (IHL) for your Singapore student VISA application. Before this, check if your IHL is registered with Student’s Pass Online Application and Registration (SOLAR) system. This system is maintained by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority. Once you accept the admission offer, your personal and course details will be shared with SOLAR by the IHL. You will receive an application reference number from the IHL. In the next step, use this application number to access SOLAR and start your application process.
Log into the SOLAR website and submit Form V36 and Form 16 using login information and registration acknowledgment note.
Fill your passport related information and address and contact details in Singapore. You can share the registered address of your IHL if you are yet to find your accommodation in Singapore.
Review all details of the application and process it by paying the fees of SGD 30.

Types of Singapore Student Visas

The Student Pass is the only type of Singapore student VISA required to study in Singapore for Indian students. This VISA is accepted in all 34 Institutes of Higher Learning in Singapore. However, there are two variations of this VISA depending on the course duration and type of program.

Student Pass Based on Program Chosen

This pass can be issued for a wide range of programs, including bachelor’s and master’s courses, diplomas, vocational and certificate courses, and so on. So, your pass will be marked with the information of the course you wish to attend.

Student Pass Based on Course Duration

A long-term or short-term pass will be issued depending on the course duration. Long term pass is issued to students wishing to apply for bachelor’s or master’s programs and short-term pass for students wishing to apply for a diploma.

Important Documents to be Carried During the Student VISA Interview

You would require the following documents in order to apply for Singapore student VISA:

Types of Post Study Work Visas for Students in Singapore

Students who wish to work in Singapore can apply for any of the following post study work permits after successfully completing their course from a Singaporean university:

Work Pass: Your employer will apply for this pass once you are offered a job after your studies. This pass is specific to an employer. If a student wishes to change job, then the new employer will re-apply for the pass.
Employment Pass: This is one of the most popular post-study work visas sought by international students studying in Singapore. The applicants must secure a minimum salary of $4500 per month and be sponsored by an employer.
S Pass: A student is assessed on the points system, which considers educational qualifications, salary, previous work experience, and technical certificates. You must be offered a monthly salary of SGD 2400. Before this, the employer must apply to the Controller of Work Passes. The S pass issued to an employer is subject to a quota.
EntrePass: This VISA is issued for 1-2 years and allow foreign students to start and run an innovative or venture-backed business in the country. To be considered for this VISA, the company must be registered with Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) and must be six months old or lesser by the date of application.

Service Obligation (SO) Scheme

This scheme requires international students to work for a Singapore-based company for up to three years from the date of graduation to repay their fees. This program is currently applicable to graduate students only. The term Singapore-based company refers to international and local businesses with registered offices in Singapore. These offices must be registered with the Accounting & Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA).