Singapore student visa.

Money to show

No set figureOn the ICA pages. The online form asks about your financial support.

First stay

See sourceThe official pages do not state how long the pass lasts.

Renewal

Students at private schools who stay on the same course can renew online.

Work while you study

16 hours a weekStudents at schools on a Manpower Ministry list can work in vacations without a work pass. Students at a shorter list of schools can also work up to 16 hours a week in term. Others need a work pass.

After you graduate

Yes, see rulesGraduates of listed institutes of higher learning can apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass to stay and look for work. The page does not state the length. A work pass is needed to work.

Cost

Several feesS$45 processing fee when you apply, then S$60 to issue the pass, plus S$30 for a multiple journey visa if you need a visa.

Processing time

Within 1 week, or 2 weeks if you need a visa.

Where to apply

Online with the ICA e-Service, 2 to 3 months before the course starts. You then finish the steps in Singapore.

Family

A parent or grandparent of a child on a Student's Pass can apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass, with a local sponsor.

• Short stand-alone courses of up to 30 days within a visit pass do not need a Student's Pass.
• Only EduTrust-certified private schools can take foreign students on a Student's Pass.
• If you need a visa, it comes with the in-principle approval letter.
• The Student's Pass is digital only since 27 February 2023.

Checked 11 Oct 2026