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title: "What is the difference between an Identity Card (IC) Number and a Foreign Identification Number (FIN)?"
topic: "General Immigration FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/general/gen-ic-vs-fin"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
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# What is the difference between an Identity Card (IC) Number and a Foreign Identification Number (FIN)?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- An IC number (e.g., S1234567Z) is for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.
- A FIN (e.g., F1234567Z) is for foreigners holding immigration passes.

## Sources

- [How to Bring Your Foreign Parent to Singapore](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/how-can-i-bring-my-foreign-aged-parent-into-singapore-exploring-the-available-immigration-passes)
- [ICA — Immigration services](https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/PR)

## Related E&H service

- [Work passes service](https://www.eh-immigration.com/services/work-passes)

Canonical page: https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/general/gen-ic-vs-fin