Important information for Australian passport applicants Show Due to increased demand for passport services, we advise you to allow a minimum of six weeks to get a new passport or renew one. For urgent applications, priority processing is available for $225.
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Processing & delivery Current processing times are available through the Australian Passport Office. They will email you when they despatch your passport. Allow 5-6 business days for delivery. In view of the evolving COVID-19 climate, please check HERE for up-to-date services available at our Consular Section. Only a Singapore Citizen may apply for a Singapore Passport. You can apply for a Singapore passport via the following modes:
The easiest and fastest mode of passport application is via an online submission. You can do so at ICA’s website using your SingPass. You can refer to the 'Overseas Users' FAQs on how you can register for a SingPass account. You may contact SingPass directly if you require assistance. In-person application / Application via post You can also submit your passport application in-person at our office or via post. In-person passport application is strictly by appointment only. You can book an appointment here. The documents required are the same for both modes of application. Applicants can obtain the relevant application forms:
You are required to submit the following set of documents:
For Minor children's application for renewal of passport, please provide:
Should applicants wish to submit their passport application forms and supporting documents by post, it is recommended to do so via recorded delivery to ensure the safe receipt of their documents. The application will be forwarded to ICA in Singapore for processing. The average processing time is about 6 to 8 weeks, provided all relevant documents are duly submitted. Incomplete forms and/or supporting documents will result in a delay to the processing time. Please note that the average processing time does not include weekends, Singapore public holidays and UK bank holidays. Applicants will be notified by post or email when the new passport is ready for collection. Applicants who submit their application via post must collect the passport in person at our office. Important: For identification and security reasons, applicants are required to turn up in person at the High Commission at least once, either during passport application or collection. The passport is to be collected within 6 months from the date of notification. Passports not collected after 6 months will be returned to ICA for cancellation and no refund of fees will be provided. Note: The Singapore High Commission is not liable or responsible for any loss or damage of document(s) transmitted through the mail or courier services.
A S$70 fee is payable if you apply online. If you apply in-person or via post, the following fees are applicable: 1. New Passport / Renewal - GBP46.00 2. Additionally, if your passport is Lost / Damaged Passport, you would also need to pay the following: (a) First replacement - GBP29.00 (b) Second and subsequent replacement - GBP57.00 For in-person application at our office only, we accept payment by cash or credit/debit card. All payments are to be made in British Pounds (GBP) only. Can a post office do my passport renewal?You can renew an adult passport or child's passport quickly and easily at the Post Office with our Passport Check & Send services. With Digital Check & Send, we complete and submit your application digitally, with no forms to fill in or fuss.
Can I walk in for passport renewal?The DFA said walk-in applicants should be fully vaccinated, qualified to avail of the courtesy lane, and able to present core passport application requirements along with the following required documents: Senior citizens: senior citizen identification card (may be accompanied by one adult)
Where can I renew my passport?Applicants will have to visit a Home Affairs office to have their biometrics taken and receive their passport. Alternatively, you can go to a specific Absa, FNB, Standard Bank or Nedbank branch to have your biometrics taken and collect your new passport.
Can I get my passport on the same day in Singapore?ICA can do same day renewal for passports for urgent cases but be prepared to wait because it will have to be done in person.
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