SINGAPORE, Oct 16 — Singapore Minister of Home Affairs K. Shanmugam said today that as of December 31, 2023, Singapore has identified seven stateless children under 12 years old,...
Regarding access to services, Shanmugam said that stateless individuals who are permanent residents are treated equivalently to other PRs. — Reuters picSINGAPORE, Oct 16 — Singapore Minister of Home Affairs K. Shanmugam said today that as of December 31, 2023, Singapore has identified seven stateless children under 12 years old, and 13 aged between 12 and 18.
“A stateless individual is not recognised as a citizen of any country and has no nationality,” he wrote. As a stateless adult without permanent residency, Rafiezuwan is ineligible for subsidised education, healthcare, and housing. “It is the responsibility of the parents or legal guardians to take care of the child’s well-being, including obtaining citizenship for their child,” he said.
He also said stateless children under state care can benefit from healthcare subsidies via the Medical Fee Exemption Card for standard medical treatments in government facilities.
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