After You Arrive in Singapore
Your first weeks: finish your Student's Pass steps, set up your phone and bank, and learn the rules that keep your pass valid.
After You Arrive in Singapore
Arrival Plan
A simple plan for arrival
University Enrolment
Enrolment steps
Your Student's Pass
Keep your pass valid
Your First Priorities
Do these in your first weeks.
Give your fingerprints and photo in person. Do this before your In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter, which says your pass is approved so far, ends.
Get one in your first days. You will need it for the steps below.
Get your pass in FileSG. Register for Singpass 3 working days after your pass is issued.
Report a new address within 14 days. Follow the MOM work rules.
Post-Arrival Resources
Comprehensive guides for each aspect of settling into your new life in Singapore.
Your first day, first days and first week.
Learn MoreStarting at your university (enrolment).
Learn MoreDigital pass, changes, renewal and cancellation.
Learn MoreThe 14-day rule for a new address.
Learn MoreBank accounts and phone plans.
Learn MoreUniversity hostels and private flats.
Learn MoreMedical cover for students.
Learn MoreUp to 16 hours a week while classes run, at schools on the MOM list.
Learn MoreAdaptation Timeline
A structured approach to settling in Singapore during your first few months.
Support Resources
Essential support services and resources to help you during your stay in Singapore.
Your university's international office
Your first contact for Student's Pass and enrolment questions.
Contact
See your university's student services pages
Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA)
Gives you the Student's Pass and handles changes.
Contact
ICA Services Centre, 2 Crawford Street, Singapore 207218
Hours
8.00 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays
Police emergency
For immediate police help.
Contact
999
Fire and ambulance: Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
For fire, rescue and ambulance emergencies.
Contact
995, or SMS 70995
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about post-arrival life in Singapore.
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