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CA (Singapore) Pathways for ACCA Members and Affiliates/Students

ACCA members, Affiliates and Students can now become Chartered Accountants of Singapore [CA (Singapore)]. The ACCA members pathway will be available for a period of three years, starting from 26 March 2025 to 25 March 2028. ACCA Affiliates and Students will have until 25 March 2033 to complete all requirements and apply to be CA (Singapore). Please check your eligibility below.

One-year complimentary ISCAccountify and Boardflix subscription

Apply now to enjoy an exclusive one-year complimentary Accountify and Boardflix subscription (worth more than $650)!
Applicable for individuals who apply successfully as CA (Singapore) or enrol into the Singapore CA Qualification under the ACCA pathway by 30 June 2025

Eligibility

(A) Pathway A – for ACCA Members 

1) Experience Route

ACCA members as of 26 March 2025 with at least 10 years of ACCA membership and relevant finance and accounting experience, can apply to be CA (Singapore) by 25 March 2028

2) SCAQ IB Route 

 

ACCA members as of 26 March 2025, with less than 10 years of ACCA membership and/or relevant finance and accounting experience, can apply to be CA (Singapore) by 25 March 2028 if they:


    (B) Pathway B - for ACCA Affiliates and Students

    Individuals who are ACCA Affiliates or Students as of 26 March 2025 or become ACCA Affiliates or Students before 25 March 2028, can apply to be CA (Singapore) by 25 March 2033 after fulfilling the following requirements: 

    1. Completed ACCA Qualification, including the required option modules (see table below) or alternatively, pass the corresponding SCAQ Professional Programme modules;

    2. Acquired 3 years of relevant professional experience with at least 18 months of supervised practical experience with an ACCA practical experience supervisor or ACCA Approved Employer after enrolling in the ACCA Qualification; and

    3. After obtaining the ACCA membership, register as a SCAQ candidate and complete the Integrative Business Solutions module.
    ACCA Strategic Professional LevelSCAQ Modules (Professional Programme)

    Advanced Audit and Assurance 

    Assurance 

    Advanced Taxation (UK or Singapore variants only) or 2 years of relevant Singapore work experience

    Taxation  


    Please refer to the user guide to the SCAQ Portal here.

    How to Apply

    Create or Log in to your account on the ISCA eServices Portal

    Click on “Apply for Membership/Credential, select “CA (Singapore)” radio button

    Fill up the online application form

    Upload a copy of the following supporting documents:

    • NRIC/Passport (for foreigners) 
    • ACCA Certificate
    • ACCA Transcript (detailing all completed modules)
    • Letter of Good Standing from ACCA (verifying applicant's full membership status)
    • Signed character references form 
               o     First referee: CA (Singapore) or full member of a recognised accountancy body
               o     Second referee: Present Employer (HR or Reporting Officer)
    • Resume/CV (detailing past and current employments)*
    • Deed Poll (if applicable)

    Payment and application submission

    We will notify you of the outcome within 4 to 8 weeks upon submission of all necessary supporting documents and payment

    Additional information:

    1. Applications are subject to approval on a case-by-case basis 

    Fees

     Application submitted before 1 MayApplication submitted between 1 May and mid-NovApplication submitted after mid-Nov
    Admission Fee
              S$436                                S$436                              S$436                
    Annual Subscription FeeS$457.80S$228.90S$457.80

    Fees are inclusive of GST

    1. The application fee is non-refundable regardless of the outcome of the application or if the application is withdrawn after submission 
    2. For more information on the Membership Fee Structure, click here

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Click here to view the FAQs.

    ISCAccountify and Boardflix subscription

    To promote ongoing professional development and ensure our members stay current with the latest advancements in business and accountancy, individuals who apply successfully as CA (Singapore) or enrol into the Singapore CA Qualification under the ACCA Pathway before 30 June 2025 will receive a one-year complimentary Accountify and Boardflix subscription (worth more than $650). This subscription-based learning platforms provide self-paced learning content to help you meet your CPE requirements. 

    Terms and conditions for one-year free ISCAccountify and Boardflix subscription (“Subscription Offer”) 

    • The Subscription Offer is available to individuals who apply successfully as CA (Singapore) or enrol into the Singapore CA Qualification under the ACCA Pathway.
    • The Subscription Offer provides you with access to the ISCAccountity and Boardflix for a period of one year from the date of activation.
    • The Subscription Offer is non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or any other goods or services.
    • The Subscription Offer may not be combined with any other offer or discount unless explicitly stated by ISCA.
    • ISCA reserves the right to terminate or suspend the Subscription Offer at any time without prior notice. Upon termination, your access to the e-learning software will be immediately revoked.
    • ISCA reserves the right to amend the Terms for the Subscription Offer at any time without prior notice.