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title: "What is an In-Principle Approval (IPA) and how can I retrieve my IPA?"
topic: "General Immigration FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/general/general-what-is-an-in-principle-approval-ipa-and-how-can-i-retrieve-my-ipa"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# What is an In-Principle Approval (IPA) and how can I retrieve my IPA?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- An IPA is part of ICA's approval system, indicating that an application is approved in principle. You can typically retrieve it via ICA's e-Service portal.

## Sources

- [Singapore PR Case Study: Application to Approval](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/case-study-a-journey-to-singapore-permanent-residency)
- [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)

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