Singapore Passport

Singapore Passport

All Singapore passport issued from 15 Aug 2006 will be biometrically-enabled (BioPass).

Singaporeans holding the current non-biometric machine-readable passports may wish to apply for the new BioPass to enjoy visa-free travel to the United States of America (USA) under the US Visa Waiver Programme.

You may wish to apply for a Singapore International Passport (i.e. BioPass) using the applications form (Form IMM E11 (OS) and Form P 28.3, links below) or submit it online at https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/apples. The completed application forms can then be submitted either in person (adult) or through a proxy at the Consulate-General.

Validity

The new BioPass is valid for 5 years. If your existing passport carries a remaining validity of 9 months or less, the remaining validity of your passport will be carried over to your new passport. In such a case, your new passport will have a validity period of 5 years, plus the remaining validity of your old passport. However, if your existing passport has more than 9 months’ validity, your new passport will have a validity period of 5 years and 9 months.

Singapore Passport Renewal

This service is extended to Singaporeans working or residing in HCMC. To renew Singapore Passport, you may either do so online (APPLES system) via http://www.ica.gov.sg/, (passport would be ready in 2-3 weeks, please indicate that the collection point is in HCMC) or apply directly (in person) at our office (passport would be ready in 3-5 weeks, and payment is done at point of application). For both methods, you may receive the new passport at the Consulate-General.

I  For online Passport Renewal:

You may wish to go online via https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/apples. You will need your SingPass 2FA to complete the online application form. A fee of S$80 should be paid online by Visa/Master Card.

II   For Passport Renewal at Singapore Consulate-General in Ho Chi Minh City:

1.  Required documents:

a.  Application Form (Form IMME 11)

b. A photograph, passport-sized with white background, taken within the last 3 months, matt or semi-matt finish;

c. A copy and original of applicant’s current passport;

d. A copy and original of applicant’s Vietnam Temporary Residence Card or valid Visa Free Entry Permit;