Student's Pass Application

International students who wish to pursue full-time studies in Singapore in an institution are required to apply for a student pass.

Security Deposit

The amount of security deposit can be seen in the table below:

Country Form of Security Deposit Rate per Person
1.
Bangladesh, Myanmar, People's Republic of China & India
Banker's Guarantee from any established bank in Singapore. For applicants below 21 years of age, also possible in Nets or Cashier's Order.
S$5,000
2.
Indonesia, Philippines & Thailand
S$1,000
3.
Others
S$1,500

Exemption from the requirement to furnish a security deposit: Malaysians/Brunei nationals; Holders of valid Dependants Pass, long term Visit Pass and work pass; Children/Spouse of Singapore Citizens/Permanent Residents; Foreign students who study in kindergartens registered with MOE/childcare centres licensed by MCYS; Foreign students who attend a full-time course at an approved PEO that is awarded the SQC(PEO) status by SPRING, Singapore; and Foreign students who pursue a full-time university degree (Graduate/Post-Graduate) programme, except for the University of London (UOL) tuition programme, at an approved PEO.

The security deposit is refundable provided the student has not breached any of the conditions stated in the security bond and his/her departure from Singapore is confirmed by ICA.