1. Question: After a PR rejection, is it better to appeal immediately or reapply after some time?
Answer: Generally, for Employment Pass (EP) or S Pass (SP) holders applying for PR, the chances of a successful appeal are low unless there have been significant changes in your or your family's circumstances. Furthermore, the appeal process can be time-consuming, often taking 4-6 months or more. Therefore, we recommend waiting for at least 6 months before reapplying rather than appealing.


2. Question: My SP pass is expiring in three months; can I still apply for PR? Should I renew my SP pass and then update my information with ICA?
Answer: If you are confident that your company will renew your SP pass, you can go ahead and submit your PR application. However, keep in mind that PR processing times typically take a minimum of 5 months, often extending to 9 months or more. If you change employers and receive a new pass, you will need to update your information on the ICA website with the relevant documents.


3. Question: I hold a diplomatic passport; can I apply for PR, and will it have any impact?
Answer: Holding a diplomatic passport generally does not impact your PR application. However, it's essential to use the passport you used for your employment pass application when applying for PR, as some individuals possess both diplomatic and regular passports.


4. Question: My child is in Secondary 2 at a government school and holds a dependant pass. Do I need to obtain a student pass before applying for PR?
Answer: You do not need to change your child's dependent pass to a student pass before applying for PR. You can submit your PR application with the dependent pass, but note that upon approval, additional documentation may be required compared to students.


5.Question: I am an SP and my PR application was rejected. Is it better to appeal directly or reapply after some time?
Answer: Generally, for SP or EP pass holders applying for PR, the chances of a successful appeal after rejection are quite low unless there have been significant changes in your or your family's circumstances. Additionally, appealing can result in a pending status, which means you'll have to wait, sometimes for 4-6 months. On the other hand, if you choose to reapply after a PR rejection, you'll need to wait for 6 months after the appeal is denied. This can be a significant waste of time. Therefore, it is advisable to wait for 6 months and then reapply directly instead of going through the appeal process.


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