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ICA assesses each entry, application based on prevailing criteria

We refer to Mr Danny Chua’s letter, “Rocky road to long-term pass for foreign spouse” (Oct 27, online).

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Chia Hui Keng, Deputy Director, Corporate Communications Division, Immigration & Checkpoints Authority

We refer to Mr Danny Chua’s letter, “Rocky road to long-term pass for foreign spouse” (Oct 27, online).

Marriage to a Singaporean does not automatically qualify a foreigner for long-term stay here. Every application will be assessed holistically on a set of prevailing criteria based on its own merits.

As with most countries, a visitor’s entry into Singapore is neither a right nor automatic, and each entry is considered on its merits.

Granting of Visit Passes is assessed by Immigration and Checkpoints Authority officers at the checkpoints upon visitors’ arrival and subjected to prevailing immigration policies, among others.

Visitors must fulfil our entry requirements, and may be subjected to interviews and additional checks, which may be conducted regardless of gender, race or nationality, before they can be considered for entry.

We have looked into the case and found that our officers had conducted themselves in a fair and professional manner. We have also responded directly to Mr Chua on two occasions.

We take this opportunity to seek travellers’ understanding and cooperation as we conduct the necessary checks and facilitate smooth clearance without compromising security.

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