Information for International Students

  1. Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) Rules & Regulation

    Students must:
    • attend classes regularly;
    • have at least 90% attendance every month;
    • attend the course in our school as reflected in the student pass;
    • know when the student pass expires;
    • surrender the student pass for cancellation within 7 days of cessation or termination of studies.

    Please note that SAA-GE will inform ICA if:
    • The student has not attended classes for continuous period of 7 days without any valid reasons;
    • The student has not attended class regularly in any month of the course without valid reason
      Note: Consequences of Violation of ICA Regulation :- The student? pass may be cancelled or would not be renewed if the attendance is less than 90% in every month.

  2. Attendance policy

    Students must sign on the attendance record in the morning and afternoon. If your attendance is less than 90%, you will:

    A Medical Certificate must submitted if you miss classes:

    • a medical certificate issued by a registered doctor in Singapore to certify that the student is not fit to attend classes; and

    We will also consider the following circumstances:

    • Bereavement (death of an immediate family member). 
    • Serious illness of an immediate family member.   

    In both instances students are required to submit proof.  Immediate family member refers to parents or siblings (brother/sister). 

  3. Renewal of student pass - Eligibility

    • Students who are continuing with the same course with our school.
    • Students who intend to take another course with our school after the completion of the existing one

    How to renew?

    • Proceed to Admissions Office with your existing student pass. It is the student’s responsibility to report to School Admissions Office at least 2 weeks before the date of expiry on the student card to request for a renewal.
    • Once approved, Admissions Office will provide you with the necessary documents to collect your student pass at ICA.

    Things to note about your passport

    • Passport must have at least 6 months validity.

    You need to renew your passport at the Embassy before the date of expiry

  4. Important documents required for completing student pass formalities

    • IPA Letter
    • E-appointment slip
    • ICA Medical Examination report
    • X-Ray Report
    • Blood Test Report

    Photo Requirement:

    • Student pass card from Singapore requires applicants to follow strict photo requirements. The photos must be very sharp and clear. Any photos that the authorities find to be substandard will be rejected.
    • The background screen of the photograph must be white. However, should the applicant’s hair be white, the background colour must be light grey.

  5. Cancellation of student pass

    When must I cancel my student pass?
    Foreign students must surrender their student pass for cancellation within 7 days from the date of cessation or termination of their study.

    What are the procedures for cancellation of the student pass?
    You must inform your Programme Executive about your course withdrawal. Following which, you must return your student pass at the Admissions Office and request the admission staff to cancel your student pass.

  6. Loss of student pass

    What should do if I lose my student pass? 
    Foreign students who have lost their student pass are required to apply for a replacement within 7 days from the date of loss.

    How can I apply for a replacement ?
    1. Make a police report
    2. Submit the police report to the Reception office
    3. The School will prepare the necessary documents for you to bring to ICA  

    Where can I get my replacement?

    Immigration & Checkpoints Authority ICA Building

     

    Address

    :

    10 Kallang Road Singapore 208718 (Level 4)
    (Beside Lavender MRT)

    Operating Hours:

    :

    Weekdays (8.00am - 5.00pm),
    Saturdays (8.00am - 1.00pm),
    Closed on Sundays & Public Holidays


  7. Update of address & contact number

    International students are required to update SAA-GE on the change of local address and contact number (mobile/ house number) within 14 days. This is according to Immigration Regulations 19(3)(b).

  8. Contact information

    SAA-GE (Reception Office)
    20 Aljunied Road
    #01-04 CPA house
    Singapore 389805
    Tel no.: +65 6744 9700

    Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA)
    Website: http://www.ica.gov.sg
    Add: 10 Kallang Road Singapore 208718 (Level 4) (Beside Lavender MRT)
    Tel. no. : +65 6391 6100

    For more information, you may wish to download the Pre-Departure and Information For International Students (Link) Guide.


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