None of this is given in writing. When parents ask they will tell you to apply and they will consider. They don't even give a framework. There are number of attributes that must be checked. Siblings and family history.
Exit permit is now outsourced to another company and they too have not been briefed. You have to deal with Mindef personally. Can't use lawyers. They will not even entertain until you show a valid PR visa from a foreign country. No PR Visa, no talk.
I have been advising from 1999, my paw prints are all over this topic in the emigration folder. I can also tell you that even Perm Secs are not given guidance on this.
In late 1990s, Singapore Embassy in Washington gave clear guidance on this on its website until it was removed. It was the only Embassy or High Commission that did it. Surprisingly the British High Commission and the US Embassy in Singapore provide very clear guidelines on NS liabilities to its nationals who have children. It is the most detailed briefing and very accurate. Its tells you the power of the British and American Chamber of Commerce. The Norwegian Embassy failed to do so and some of you recall the two sons who got stuck and now wanted.
Till today, I get thank you note from parents for the help provided. Just don't ask me where I got it.
do u hv it in writing fm Mindef/CMPB n ICA as of 2011?...
