A person is allowed to change his/her race twice: once before the age of 21 and once at or after the age of 21.

A child’s race can follow either parent’s race or an acceptable hybrid race. A Singapore citizen may also choose a double-barrelled race (i.e. comprising both parents’ races).

Once the race change application is approved, you may proceed with the IC registration/re-registration; or replacement IC application. Please refer to the related links below for more information.

Fees:

There is no fee to apply for a change of race.
However, if you/your child(ren) is/are an IC holder, you/your child(ren) will be required to apply for a change of particulars on the IC after the race change has been approved. The prevailing procedures and fee for a change of particulars on IC/replacement IC will apply.