Who can ask for your NRIC?

From 1 September 2019, companies can only ask for your NRIC number* it required by the law or if necessary to prove your identity.

Is your IC number confidential?

Since the NRIC number of an individual can be used to identify that individual, it is therefore considered personal data under the PDPA.

What can you do with someone’s NRIC?

with a person’s NRIC number and the right system access you would be able to find out:

• date and time of birth, as well as which hospital (if the person was born in Singapore, otherwise it would just be country of birth)
• father’s name.
• mother’s name.
• address.
• schools attended.
• hospitalization records.
• immunisation records.

How do I find my IC number online?

Checking IC Application Status Online

1. Enter your identity card number*, followed by the captcha and then click the “Semak” (check) button. *Your identity card number is printed on the application’s official receipt.
2. The result will tell you whether your card is ready for pickup.

Is passport number same as Nric?

Since 2006, the Singapore passport number has been delinked from the National Registration Identity Card (NRIC) number. While many continue to lament this cumbersome change, this feature actually prevents the use of stolen or fake passports from gaining entry to Singapore.

What is NRIC number for foreigners in Singapore?

FINs are unique identification numbers issued by ICA and government agencies to foreigners who are working, studying, or residing in Singapore. Similar to the format of the F and G FIN series, the new M FIN series will start with the prefix M, followed by seven digits and a checksum letter (e.g. M1234567B).

Can HR collect NRIC?

The PDPC states that there is no legal requirement for employers to obtain NRIC numbers for the purpose of job applications, so the Legal Requirement permitted situation does not apply.

What if someone knows your IC number?

Now if someone has your IC number, they can look you up on the electoral (voter) roll, or even see if you’re receiving government aid such as Bantuan Prihatin Nasional. In current times, it’s possible to reverse search someone using their number with apps like TrueCaller.

What can someone do with my IC number Singapore?

With your NRIC number, passwords, date of birth, and bank information, an identity thief has the power to completely alter life as you know it. The various types of identity theft are explored in this section. This occurs when the thief uses your personal data for financial gain.