Singapore student visa for Indians – Student's Pass
After you are accepted into a full-time course, your institution registers you and you apply online through ICA’s SOLAR system.
Intakes: August · January (varies by institution)
Key facts
- Visa fee: Processing and issuance fees charged by ICA — confirm the current amounts on ICA
- Living funds: Show that you can pay tuition and living costs — documents depend on your institution
- Work while studying: Up to 16 hours a week in term at approved institutions; private-college students usually cannot work
- After graduation: No automatic post-study visa — you need an Employment Pass or S Pass from an employer
- When to apply: About 1–2 months before your course starts
Documents
- Passport
- Letter of acceptance
- SOLAR application number
- Mark sheets and degrees
- Financial documents (as requested)
- Medical report (if requested)
How to apply
- Acceptance – Get your offer from a university or approved institution.
- SOLAR registration – Your institution registers you in SOLAR.
- Apply online – Submit the e-Form 16 and pay the processing fee.
- In-principle approval – Travel on the approval letter.
- Complete formalities – Collect your Student’s Pass from ICA after arrival.