As an international study destination, Singapore not only has a high-quality education system, but also a breathtaking culture and cuisine. In this pre-departure guide, I'll share some tips and advice for you. Come and explore this exciting city with me!
Passport within the validity period (it is recommended to make several copies).
Printed IPA;The IPA is valid for 3 months from the date of approval or until the course start date, whichever is later. Students who have already obtained an IPA need to pay attention to the validity period of the IPA and prepare for entry as soon as possible.
SG Arrival Card;Submit up to 72 hours prior to arrival.
Offer letter from the school (printout).
A printed copy of your ticket's itinerary.
In the visa documents: original academic certificates and transcripts and notarized documents.
2-inch white background** (it is recommended to prepare a few more).
A small amount of S$ cash, around S$1,000 is recommended
Go to the WeChat mini-program "International Travel Health Certificate" to generate a vaccination certificate in Chinese and English, print it and keep the electronic version at the same time. At present, there is no vaccine requirement for entry into Singapore, but if you exchange for a long-term visa, the ICA will verify whether the vaccine is valid.
Daily necessities: It is recommended that students bring a "travel-sized" toothbrush, toothpaste, towel, shampoo and body soap, etc. You can bring your own quilt** pillowcase, and the air-conditioning quilt is enough. Also, bring your favorite umbrella, it rains almost every day during Singapore's rainy season.
Electronic products: laptops, headphones, power banks, USB flash drives, etc. are all must-haves, and you can also bring an iPad to be more portable. In addition, remember to bring the British standard charger, data cable and power strip, and buy an adapter in advance in case it can't be charged when it arrives.
Medicines: You can bring some daily household medicines, such as cold medicines, allergy medicines, stomach medicines, or other personal medicines. You can also bring some vitamins to prevent water and soil adaptation.
Clothing: Singapore is located in a tropical rainforest climate zone, with average temperatures ranging from 25 to 32 degrees. Therefore, I often wear summer clothes (outdoor) and spring clothes (indoor), and I don't need to bring too thick clothes. The temperature of indoor air conditioning in Singapore is low, so it is recommended to prepare 2-3 coats. Also, the school does not allow students to wear flip-flops or slippers to school, so be sure to be careful!
Bank card, cash: It is recommended that you exchange a small amount of cash for daily use before you come. China Customs stipulates that each person can carry a maximum of 20,000 RMB (around 3,740 Singapore dollars, the specific amount is subject to the exchange rate of the day) in and out of the country, and the excess amount needs to be declared to the customs in writing.
*Card: Purchase and keep the ** card in China and Singapore in advance, and know in advance what necessary software or data bill details are available. If you have not purchased a Singapore** card in advance, you can also purchase it at Singapore Airport. Domestic ** cards must remember to open international roaming.
Bus card: It is very convenient to take the subway, bus and taxi in Singapore, and it is very cost-effective to pay by mobile phone or get a transportation card. There are two types of travel cards in Singapore: FlashPay and EZ-Link, both of which can also be used at convenience stores.
1) Make an appointment for a medical checkup in advance.
The policy of each school is different, some schools will help students make an appointment for a physical examination in advance, and students only need to bring the relevant documents at the designated time and go thereSome schools will inform students of the process of making an appointment for a medical examination on the first day of school, and students can make an appointment on their own.
1) The materials that need to be brought for the physical examination are as follows:
Original passport. Cash $35-S$50.
Domestic Vaccine Certificate.
2) Specific matters that will be involved in the physical examination:
Measurement of weight, height, visual acuity
Blood pressure, breathing, color recognition.
Chest X-ray: Tuberculosis test
Blood tests: HIV test urine test.
2) Replacement of Student's Pass'S Pass, abbreviated as STP).
1.After logging in to the reservation system, select the date according to your class schedule to complete the student ID form. (After completing the payment of S$90 on the ICA official website, you can make an appointment to exchange for a student visa;Some master's students need to upload a physical examination before they can pay the fee, and please complete the medical examination at the clinic as soon as possible after entering SingaporeIt is recommended to arrive at the ICA building within two weeks of arriving in Singapore to complete the visa submission).
2.Documents required for student visa:
IPA letter, original & photocopy of passport, 1 ID photo with white background (35*45mm or 35*48mm), student visa payment record (S$90), appointment form, Singapore mobile phone card, eform16 (generated after the submission of the entry visa application**) medical examination report (not required if the total length of the course is less than 6 months), immigration card. (The specific materials are subject to the IPA letter).
3.ICA Building Address: ICA Building, 10 Kallang Road 08-00 Singapore 208718 (near L**Ender MRT Station).
Business hours:Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (ticket collection business closes at 4:30 p.m.), Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (ticket collection business ends at 12:30 p.m.), closed on Sundays and public holidays.
4.Note: From 27 February 2023, Singapore will use the electronic version of the Student Pass. The electronic version of the Student Pass will be published on the Myica app, ICA** and FilesG. Students who have a SingPass account can also check their e-Student Pass on the SingPass App.
When you apply for your student pass offline at ICA, the staff will check with you the email address you will use to receive your e-pass. After submitting your documents, you can expect to receive an email link from ICA on the same day. After receiving the ICA email, students can log in to FilesG to view the electronic version of their Student Pass. Please note that at this step, you will need to receive a verification SMS from ICA with a one-time password (OTP) for login. The ** number used to receive SMS is the Singapore local number provided by students when applying for their student pass at ICA.
The above is all about Singapore's pre-departure preparations, the content is for reference only, please refer to the requirements of the school or relevant departments for the specific requirements of the materials, I wish you all a happy study abroad life.