Step 1

Satisfy the conditions of the Transitional Arrangements within the specified timelines

• Approved as an Associate (ISCA).
  [Click here to apply if you are not yet an Associate member.]
  
  
• Complete the 5 days ISCA Pre-Admission Course (PAC).
  
  
• At least 3 years post qualification or 5 years pre-post qualification relevant working experience.
  
  
• Satisfy proficiency in Local Tax and Law 
  (or possess 2 years of relevant local working experience).
  
  
• Complete the conditions within the timelines applicable to you.

Step 2

Apply to reclassify as a CA (Singapore)

• Fill up your application online.
  
  
• Complete and upload the character references form.
  
  
  • First referee: CA (Singapore) or full member of a recognised accountancy body
    
  • Second referee: Present Employer

• Upload certified true copies (CTC)^ of
  supporting documents.
  
  
  • Singapore NRIC/Passport (for foreigners)
  • Degree/Professional Qualification Certificate
  • Degree/Professional Qualification Transcript
  • Testimonials** from previous and current
    employers (covering 3 or 5 years
    working experience up to 1 month
    prior to date of application)
    
  • PAC results notification letter
    
  • Deed Poll (if applicable)

• Submit the application and payment online.

Additional Information

• The application process will take at least 8 to 10 weeks upon submission of all necessary supporting documents and payment.
  
  
• ^All supporting documents have to be CTC by a CA (Singapore) or a member of a recognised professional body. Applicants working with firms registered under the Accredited Employer Scheme can submit supporting documents that are not CTC. Click here to find out if your employer is a registered partner or Accredited Training Organisation.
  
  
• **Each testimonial submitted should be presented on the company's letterhead specifying the period of your employment, with the exact commencement and cessation dates, your job title and a detailed description of duties.
  
  
• Instruction of Payment:
• For application submitted before 1 May, full year membership fee of the current year is payable
• For application submitted on or after 1 May and before 16 Nov, pro-rated half year membership fee of the current year is payable
• For application submitted on or after 16 Nov, full year membership fee of the following year is payable