Why a Yes-or-No Answer Misleads
- ICA assesses each application individually.
- Applicant categories and circumstances differ widely.
- ICA does not publish a public scoring model or an approval rate.
- National intake figures do not equal any individual's odds.
What the Official Figures Show
35,264 people were granted PR in 2024 (Population in Brief 2025). The Government estimates an intake of about 40,000 PRs annually over the next five years, while noting that the actual number will be adjusted year by year (Committee of Supply 2026).
The Government does not publish how many applications are received, so these numbers cannot tell you how hard PR is for you. See our approval rate analysis.
What ICA Actually Looks At
ICA considers factors such as family ties to Singaporeans, economic contributions, qualifications, age, family profile and length of residency. See how ICA assesses PR applications.
A Calmer Way to Prepare
- Confirm you fall within an ICA category (see eligibility).
- Prepare complete, accurate and consistent documents.
- Remember that you can apply directly with ICA yourself. Outside help is optional.
For an independent look at your profile, try the PR readiness assessment. It does not predict ICA's decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Singapore PR hard to get?
There is no official difficulty rating or approval rate. ICA assesses each application individually, so experiences differ.
How many people get PR each year?
Population in Brief 2025 reports 35,264 PRs granted in 2024. These are totals, not approval odds.
Can someone guarantee my PR?
No. All decisions are made solely by ICA, and no one can guarantee approval.
Official Sources
- ICA — Apply for PR
- Population in Brief 2025 (NPTD)
- Speech by DPM Gan Kim Yong, Committee of Supply 2026
About EasyPR
This article was prepared by the EasyPR Research Team. EasyPR is an independent Singapore PR consultancy. We review official ICA guidance, government announcements and population reports to explain the PR process in plain language.
EasyPR is an independent consultancy and is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) or any Singapore Government agency. You can apply for PR directly with ICA yourself; using EasyPR is optional, and EasyPR cannot influence or speed up ICA's decisions. Sections marked "Official ICA information" summarise government sources; sections marked "EasyPR guidance" or "EasyPR analysis" are our own view. All PR decisions are made solely by ICA, and no one can guarantee approval.