Entering Singapore

International students should take note of the following and make appropriate arrangements prior to arrival, for a fuss-free entry into Singapore.

1. Documents required for Student’s Pass

All documents are to be original and translated. Visit www.ica.gov.sg to download the ICA Student Application Form V36 and Form 16.

• Escrow Form (parents/guardian to sign if student is below 21)
• Birth Certificate
• Highest Qualification Certificate
• Highest Qualification Transcripts
• Photocopy of Passport
• Change-of-Name Deed
• Proof of Financial Support (For Application from Visa-Requiring Countries)
• Passport-sized Photographs
• Bank details of Student Protection Scheme (Escrow)
• Study Plan
• Parent/Guardian’s working statements

2. Immigration and Checkpoints Authority Regulations

All students with a Student’s Pass are to meet all of the following requirements:

• A student must attend a minimum of 90% of scheduled course hours or not be absent from the course for 7 consecutive days.
• A student should spend at least 7 hours in school per day, attending classes and tutorials, participating in enrichment activities and performing self-study.
• A student must not engage in any form of activities which may contravene the stipulated conditions (including those stated In the student’s Pass application form, In-Principle Approval letter and Student’s Pass Card) upon which a Student’s Pass is issued (e.g. illegal employment).
• A student must not remain in Singapore without the authority after the expiry of the Student’s Pass. Stalford will inform the ICA of his/her means and date of departure.
• A student is permitted to attend the course only after the approval of the Student’s Pass has been given by the ICA.
• A student must not be retained as a student in any other school(s) or course(s) other than the one indicated in the Student’s Pass.
• A student must surrender the Student’s Pass for cancellation within seven days from the date if cessation or termination of his/her studies or course(s).

3. Security Deposit

All international students are expected to pay a Security Deposit upon being granted entry into Singapore and acceptance to Stalford Academy Pte. Ltd. The amount will vary according to the student’s nationality. This Deposit is refundable to the student at the end of course, provided that the student complies with all ICA and Stalford Academy Pte. Ltd. rules and regulations.

** Refundable at end of the course provided students comply with ICA and School regulations, and after deduction for fees outstanding.