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What Is an In-Principle Approval (IPA) and How Does It Work?
- Published: 28 October 2025
IPA is a pre-approved single-entry visa issued after pass approval to enter Singapore for pass collection and relocation. IPA validity and medical exam requirements vary by pass. EP IPA is valid 6 months for new applicants and 3 months for renewals. S Pass IPA is valid for 60 days for new applicants.
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