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You are strongly encouraged to submit a Pre-Marriage Long-Term Visit Pass Assessment (PMLA) before your marriage for:

  • potential shorter processing time;
  • greater clarity on whether the intended non-resident spouse may qualify for long-term stay in Singapore.

If your prospective spouse is assessed to be eligible for a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), he/she will be issued a Letter of LTVP Eligibility (LLE) that can then be used in your LTVP application, after your marriage.


Documents Required
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You will need to provide original documents and official translations (for documents in languages other than English), as well as copies of the documents for ICA to retain.

ICA accepts:

  • Translations provided by the embassy of the country that issued the document
  • Translations produced by a notary public in Singapore or the country that issued the document
  • Privately created translations attested by the embassy of the country that issued the document, or notarised by a notary public in Singapore or the country that issued the document.

    • ICA does not endorse any private translation companies or entities. Insufficient documentation may result in non-acceptance of your application. You may be required to provide additional documents to support your application.


    Please refer to the checklist on the documents required for your application. You will need to provide original documents and official translations (for documents in languages other than English).


    Apply Online Procedure

    Your spouse will need to log in to ICA e-Service using his/her Singpass to sponsor your application.

    If you are unable to complete or submit your LTVP or LTVP renewal application due to unique circumstances, you may contact us via the enquiry form for further assistance.


    Fees

    At Submission At Completion of Formalities
    S$45 for each application S$60 for issuance of LTVP
     
    S$30 for a Multiple Journey Visa
    (if applicable)

    Note: Applicants who are eligible to apply multiple products (for e.g. Long-Term Visit Pass and Permanent Residence) within a single application will pay an application fee of S$130. This option (if applicable) will be made known to the applicant at the start of the application.

    All fees are non-refundable. Payment has to be made online using:

    • Visa or MasterCard credit/debit card,
    • American Express (AMEX) credit card,
    • Internet Direct Debit (DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB and Standard Chartered Bank internet banking accounts in Singapore), or
    • PayNow

    Successful applicants will be notified of other applicable fees subsequently.


    Enquire Status Processing Time

    Applications will be processed within 6 weeks, provided all the required documents are submitted and in order. An LTVP application by a foreign spouse of a Singapore citizen who did not submit the PMLA will take up to 6 months to be processed. For multiple products applied for within a single application, the processing time will be based on the product with the longer processing time.

    You will be informed of the outcome of the LTVP application via email. You may also check the LTVP application status online at MyICA or the e-Service.