Singapore Passport Renewal in the USA [In-Person, Online & More]

All Singapore citizens residing in the United States can have their passport application processed in the country by the respective offices. Passport services are handled both by the Embassy and Consulates and on the dedicated online portal. The documents required by the Singapore overseas mission offices are mostly the same, with only a few additions to prove your lawful stay in the US.

So, if you need to know how Singaporean passport renewal in the US works, keep on reading. In this article, we will illustrate all the options at your disposal and how to complete the process.

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Renew Singapore passport in US in person

To get your new passport in person, the first thing you need to do is locate the Singapore overseas mission that has jurisdiction in your area. In the United States, you can find 4 (four) offices in which Singaporeans can have Singapore passports issued:

• Embassy of the Republic of Singapore, Washington DC;
• Consulate General, New York;
• Consulate General, San Francisco;
• Honorary Consulate Miami.

Get in contact with the nearest office and book one of the appointment slots, with some advance. The passport office is generally open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays; they are closed on weekends.

To renew your Singapore passport in the US, consular authorities will ask to present:

• your previous passport from Singapore (expiring, expired, or damaged);
• a completed application form;
• a photocopy of your National Registration Identity Card;
• original Exit Permit (for male citizens above 16 1/2 years of age);
• a 35 x 45 mm Singaporean passport photo;
• a self-addressed prepaid envelope, if you’d like to have the renewed passport mailed back to you;
• to use your married name, provide a notarized marriage certificate with your spouse’s name and a letter of request for the amendment, addressed to the Commissioner of ICA;
• for other name changes, provide a notarized copy of your deed poll or US court orders, and a letter of request addressed to the Commissioner of ICA.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs does not provide specifications for dual citizens born in the United States, so you should ask if any additional materials are required.

After turning in the documents, you’ll have to pay the passport fee of $57. The offices will accept exact sum cash, some of them allow you to submit your payment by money order or cashier’s check (made payable to “Singapore Embassy”). No other payment methods will be accepted.

Note that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that the fees can change without notice.

Since all successful applications are processed in Singapore, it will take between 4 (four) and 6 (six) weeks for Singaporean passports to be renewed.

The old passport is returned to you after cancellation, regardless of remaining validity. It will no longer be accepted by checkpoints authority, but you should keep it for future visa applications.

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Singapore passport renewal online

As a Singapore passport holder, you have the possibility to renew your passport online. No interviews are required for a new document.

These services are available through the ICA’s Eservice, accessible on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The documents you need to provide are the same mentioned above, however, you’ll need digital passport photos (400 x 514 pixels).

On the online application form, you need to insert your US contact details and provide copies of the requested documents. Then,select a collection center, where you’ll later collect your renewed Singapore passport.

The only accepted payment method for Singapore passport renewal online is a valid credit card. The processing time for online applications is always 4 (four) to 6 (six) weeks, possible delays in the delivery are not included.

The applicant will be notified about the status by the authorities when the new passport is ready. When you pick it up, you will have to present all the required documents to the Embassy or Consulate.

Renew a minor’s Singaporean passport in the US

Singaporean citizens under 16, can also have their passport renewed in the United States.

To renew children’s passports, you’ll have to provide a few different documents:

• 2 (two) photocopies of the minor’s old passport (Singaporean);
• 2 (two) photocopies of the full Singaporean birth certificate;
• 2 (two) photocopies of the minor’s NRIC or citizenship certificate;
• 2 (two) photocopies of the Exit Permit (for male citizens from 13 to 21);
• 2 (two) photocopies of the parents’ passport or NRIC;
• 2 (two) Singaporean passport photos.

Just make an appointment at the closest consulate and hand in the requested documents. Fees and processing times are the same as mentioned above. Parents or legal guardians should pick up the document on behalf of the minor applicant.

Singaporean Passport Photo Online

To get Singaporean passport photos for your application, turn to Passport Photo Online, an app that helps you take them with your phone.

You’ll get the following features:

1. You can take a passport picture using only your phone – any time, any place you or your kids feel comfortable 
2. Passport Photo Online immediately deletes the background and resizes the photo – you only need to find a good source of light. 
3. The application can also find possible mistakes and let you know immediately.  While staying in any country, applicants are 100% sure they follow all Singapore government photo requirements. 
4. In adult and kids’ Singaporean passport photos our Al will remove shadows,  hoodies, you will be happy to show your passport to any person in the world. 
5. Unlimited tries – you ONLY pay for the final product.

Order printed pictures at your address, or download digital ones, ready for Singapore passport renewal online. You’ll save up to 40% on the average price for passport photos. Compliance with Singaporean and International Civil Aviation Organization guaranteed.

How to renew Singapore passport in the US: FAQ

In this section, we will answer a few frequent questions about Singaporean passport renewal in the US.

Renew Singapore passport in US – closing thoughts

If you need to renew your Singaporean passport in the US, there are two options at your disposal: you can apply in person or online. In both cases, you’ll have to present the same documents to prove your identity and Singapore citizenship.

To take perfect passport pictures, turn to Passport Photo Online and get ready to travel overseas when you want, as over a million satisfied customers have done before.

Sources

• [1] https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Services/Singapore-Citizens/Passport-Matters

Karolina Młodzka

Karolina’s passion for law, technology and photography led her to PhotoAiD S.A., where for the past 3 years she has been an expert in the implementation of passport photo compliance procedures in +80 countries around the world.