Guide: Singapore Clearance Certificate Application

2026-09-07

Overview of Singapore Clearance Certificate

Issued officially by the Criminal Investigation Department of the Singapore Police Force, the Singapore Clearance Certificate serves as an authoritative legal document. It verifies that an individual holds no criminal record during their period of residence in Singapore. Widely adopted for global immigration, visa applications, academic verification and overseas employment, it is an essential document for cross-border administrative procedures.

Following an official policy update on May 16, 2024, non-Singapore citizens are no longer required to submit pre-qualification appeals. The entire application process has been fully streamlined with direct online submission, greatly improving overall processing efficiency.

2026 Latest Application Procedures for Non-Citizens

Singapore authorities have launched three categorized online application channels to accommodate applicants residing locally or overseas, covering users with or without Singpass and FIN numbers. All procedures are completed digitally with no offline appointments required.

1. For Applicants with a Singpass Account

Eligible non-citizens can log in directly via the official Singapore Police Force e-service portal to complete form submission and online payment. Once the application is approved, applicants will receive an official email notification containing a FileSG access link. Users can download and print the official clearance certificate instantly through the government platform.

Official Application Portal:

https://eservices1.police.gov.sg/phub/eservices/landingpage/apply-pay-for-coc

2. For Overseas Applicants with FIN (No Singpass)

This channel applies to overseas applicants who previously held Singapore passes and possess a valid FIN number but do not have a Singpass account. Applicants need to log in to the official portal using their FIN number, complete payment, and submit a digital fingerprint scan captured by authorized local institutions such as regional police stations or notary offices. Upon approval, the official clearance certificate will be accessible via the FileSG platform.

3. For Overseas Applicants with No Singpass & No FIN

Applicants without valid login credentials must retrieve their official identification number before submitting an application. Two inquiry channels are available based on previous residency status:

• Former Work Pass holders: Retrieve your FIN number via email enquiry with Singapore Ministry of Manpower: mom_wpd@mom.gov.sg

• Former Student Pass holders, short-term visitors or Singapore PRs: Submit an NRIC/FIN enquiry through the official ICA feedback portal.

ICA Official Enquiry Portal: https://www.ica.gov.sg/feedbackform

After obtaining the FIN or NRIC number, applicants may follow the standard procedure to submit documents, complete payment and upload fingerprint records for official review.

Application Status Check & Official Enquiry Channels

Applicants can monitor real-time application progress through dedicated official links. For procedural doubts, document submission issues or technical enquiries, official support is available via the authorized feedback channel.

Status Check Portal: http://go.gov.sg/spf-certificateofclearancestatus

Official Feedback Portal: http://go.gov.sg/spfefeedback

Disclaimer: All procedures outlined in this guide follow the 2026 official standards. Final processing rules are subject to the latest announcements released by the Singapore Police Force.

Mandatory Legalisation for Cross-Border Usage

All official Singapore documents, including clearance certificates, marriage certificates, birth certificates, academic transcripts and court judgments, require official legalisation for legitimate use in foreign countries. The mandatory procedure is completed via the Singapore Academy of Law, providing official endorsement to meet international regulatory standards.

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