How to Get a Police Certificate of Clearance in Singapore for Foreigners

Singapore Police Force does not usually issue certificate of clearance to non-citizens but will entertain so in a case-to-case basis.

The guidelines below only cover processing done on site.

• Make an appeal to apply for COC

Documents required:

• [PDF] Letter from authority or your invitation to apply
• [PDF] Scanned copy of passport identity page
• [PDF] Scanned copy of your pass (front and back separately)
• [JPG] Digital passport-sized photograph in white background with a dimension of 400 by 514 pixels

Note: PDF format is max 2MB; JPG format is max 60KB

Wait for 5 working days for the approval. You will receive an SMS and an email notification.

• Apply for COC once appeal approval SMS/email is received

Required:

• Credit card/nets
• Appeal reference number

Cost: $55.00

• Schedule a fingerprint appointment and print the letter

Things to bring:

• Appointment letter
• Passport
• Folder/envelope (optional)

Address: 391 New Bridge Road, Blk D #02-701, 088762, Police Cantonment Complex

Your COC will be printed between 15-30 minutes after fingerprinting.

I have read in one of the forums about a mistake that when his clearance was printed, it shows a different picture. To be on the safe side, especially if time is of essence, bring a passport-sized photograph with you.