Visiting Singapore after breaking scholarship bond

Member since 05 November 2019

julypoeMember05 November 2019 07:14:36

Hi, I am in need of help regarding my visit to Singapore next month.

I was a nurse in Singapore 4 years back and broke my scholarship bond with hospital during my 2nd year while serving bond since I was in an accident while visiting to my hometown. My parents contacted to local agency but they told us to directly contact hospital HR and to pay back everything as per agreement which we could not afford. So, this matter has not been settled until now.

One of my family members is in Singapore and she is planning to receive an operation next month and that is why I want to visit Singapore to take care of her.
So here, I am so worried that ICA will retain me at Immigration and ask me to pay back for bond breaking matters or not allowing me to enter Singapore.

Can anyone suggest me how I can make sure my status to enter Singapore for a visit?
Your suggestion, opinion or comment will be a great help for me.

Thank you!

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surya2k VIP Member

Member since 22 June 2014

surya2kVIP Member05 November 2019 15:18:44

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This was answered many times, if you want a confirmation email from ICA that you can travel Singapore.

You may write to ICA for their confirmation, once they confirm then take the print out and keep with you. Good luck

julypoe Member

Member since 05 November 2019

julypoeMember05 November 2019 15:30:07

Thank you for your suggestion. I sent an email to ICA regarding this matter and ICA replied me that they cannot give prior confirmation for the visit visa. Is there any other way to confirm if I can visit Singapore and what is the worst scenario if they will take action for breaking bond 4 years ago?
I do really appreciate your time and suggestion.

surya2k VIP Member

Member since 22 June 2014

surya2kVIP Member06 November 2019 00:39:13

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Unless the employer filed a complain at MoM on this issue then MoM update ICA for the same, ICA doesn’t act.

If ICA won’t confirm then it’s upto you to take risk and try to visit. If ICA allows then fair enough or else be prepared for the second option I.e. to return on same day. Good luck

beppi Germany/Singapore Expert

Member since 08 August 2010

Germany & Singapore Expert

beppiGermany/Singapore Expert06 November 2019 14:28:42

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I don't think in this case ICA only acts if the employer lodged a complaint:
Most bonds are government bonds (because you got a government-financed or -subsidized training) and the authorities usually deal harshly with bond-breakers.
Better first pay back the dues before you attempt to travel to Singapore!

leomessi10sim Member

Member since 09 July 2024

leomessi10simMember09 July 2024 08:45:47

@julypoe

hi may i ask are you able to enter singapore now

as i consider break ans bond

its really stressful to work

beppi Germany/Singapore Expert

Member since 08 August 2010

Germany & Singapore Expert

beppiGermany/Singapore Expert09 July 2024 11:32:34

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@leomessi10sim The user you are referring to, julypoe, did not visit this forzm for over four years.

I think it is unlikely that you get a response from her/him.

After breaking a government bond, you cannot expect to be allowed to work in Singapore again. You should check with ICA whether visits are allowed or not!