Re-Entry Permit for Permanent Residents
Information on applying for the Re-Entry Permit while overseas.
Last updated 6 November 2025
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A valid Re-Entry Permit (REP) is necessary whenever a Singapore permanent resident (PR) travels out of Singapore. The REP allows you to retain your permanent residence status while away from Singapore. If you leave Singapore or remain overseas without a valid REP, you will lose your permanent residence status.
Electronic Re-Entry Permit (e-REP)
All SPRs who are holding valid REP and issued with SingPass accounts can apply to renew or transfer their REPs online via the https://eservices.ica.gov.sg/esvclandingpage/erep2 . Those who do not have SingPass may apply for one at www.singpass.gov.sg
Singapore Citizens or SPRs who have SingPass accounts can also use e-REP to submit REP renewal applications on behalf of their spouse and children.
Apply/Renew/Transfer Re-Entry Permit (REP) at the Embassy
The application for REP renewal should be submitted at least 2 months before the current REP expires.
Documents required
Completed application form https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/forms/form6.pdf
Original and copy of your current passport (with the latest REP, if any)
Original and copy of your new passport (for transfer)
Blue NRIC (for transfer/renew)
Supporting documents https://www.ica.gov.sg/docs/default-source/ica/files/explanatory_notes_for-rep.pdf (e.g. proof of employment in Singapore, marriage certificate, birth certificate, etc)
For more information, please refer to ICA's website at https://www.ica.gov.sg/PR/reentry/PR_reentry_apply
Notes
ICA may require you to return to Singapore to complete the application formalities in person. A SPR who remains outside Singapore without a valid REP will lose his/her PR status.