Deferment to serve National Service

You must apply for deferment if you are serving NS in your home country.

You do need to apply if you are serving NS in Singapore.

Submit a deferment request through the TG&S Portal at least 8 weeks before the start of your enlistment and submit a banker's guarantee (BG) in Singapore.

1. Log in to the TG&S Portal
2. Update your employment details
   Ensure that your employment record is updated in Programs - Employment Updates. Your bond served will be considered when calculating the BG amount required for deferment.
3. Apply for deferment 
   Submit your request in the Programs - Application for Bond Deferment. Upload your NS enlistment document with the start and end dates of your NS service. Refer to the user guide if needed. 
4. Receive email from MOE
   You will receive an email within 7 working days with instructions on applying for a BG, including the required BG amount, effective date, and expiry date.
5. Apply for a BG
   Banks may take up to 2 weeks to process your application. Once approved, the bank will notify MOE directly.
6. Receive deferment approval from MOE
   Your deferment application will be approved once MOE receives your BG from the bank.

Have questions? 
Find out more in FAQs on deferment.