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title: "Does a criminal record affect my Singapore Citizenship application?"
topic: "Singapore Citizenship FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/citizenship/citizenship-does-a-criminal-record-affect-my-singapore-citizenship-application"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# Does a criminal record affect my Singapore Citizenship application?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- ICA requires good character. Minor infractions (parking fines, etc.) are typically not an issue.
- Serious criminal convictions, fraud, or immigration violations may disqualify you. Full, honest disclosure is essential — concealment is far more damaging than the offence itself.

## Sources

- [Certified Translation for Singapore PR: What Does ICA Require?](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/certified-translation-for-singapore-pr-what-does-ica-require)
- [ICA — Singapore Citizenship](https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/citizenship)

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- [Singapore Citizenship service](https://www.eh-immigration.com/services/singapore-citizenship)

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