Am I eligible to join SAFRA?
SAFRA Membership is open to all existing and former Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) NSmen, full-time National Servicemen (NSFs), SAF Regulars, Defence Executive Officers and their dependents.
Which membership category or scheme am I eligible for?
You may refer to the following SAFRA membership categories and SAFRA
Family Scheme:
ORDINARY
(A) MEMBERSHIP
For: All SAF Operationally Ready National Servicemen (NSmen) who have completed
full-time National Service, as well as full-time National Servicemen (NSFs).
Applicants must be Singapore citizens or permanent residents.
Ordinary (A) Members will be converted to Ordinary (B) Members
upon completion of their National Service liability (at the age of 50 years for
officers and 40 years for other ranks).
ORDINARY
(B) MEMBERSHIP
For: All SAF National Servicemen who have completed full-time National Service
and are no longer liable for National Service.
Applicants must be Singapore citizens or permanent residents.
ASSOCIATE
MEMBERSHIP
For: All serving members of the SAF, i.e., SAF Regulars and Defence Executive
Officers.
VETERAN
LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP
Please contact SAF Veterans’ League Membership at 6355 4507.
SAFRA
FAMILY SCHEME (DEPENDENT MEMBERSHIP)
For: Female spouse and children aged between 5 to 20 years of SAFRA members
(except those who are full-time National Servicemen, i.e. NSFs).
The SAFRA Family Scheme membership for dependents run concurrently with the principal SAFRA Membership. Its validity and related privileges shall lapse when the Principal SAFRA member resigns or ceases to be a SAFRA Member, or is suspended when his Membership fee is outstanding. SAFRA Family Scheme membership for children shall lapse when they reach 21 years of age.
Dependent applicants for SAFRA Family Scheme can be Singapore citizens, permanent residents or foreigners.
More information on the SAFRA Family Scheme for Dependent members can be found here.
What are the fees for SAFRA Membership and SAFRA Family Scheme?
SAFRA membership fees are competitively priced to give you real value-for-money. Take advantage of our bulk rates and sign up for a longer membership period for you and your Dependent members to enjoy substantial savings.
Click here for the Principal Membership fees and SAFRA Family Scheme fees for Dependent members.
I am an SAFVC member, how do I apply for SAFRA Associate membership?
Please note that SAFRA Membership application for SAFVC Volunteers (SVs) is strictly by invitation only, as such applications over the counter or by any other means without the official invitation are not accepted. Eligible SVs will receive an invitation from SAFRA via mail for a 2-year SAFRA Associate Membership. SVs can choose to sign up for SAFRA Associate Membership as well as Dependent Membership for his/her dependents. SVs will need to write in to SAFRA Membership Services if they missed the initial invitation and SAFRA will review the SV's application. Upon the SV's Associate Membership expiry, a renewal invitation will also be sent to the SVs who are still eligible for SAFRA Membership.
How do I apply for SAFRA Membership?
1) Online
2) SAFRA Clubs
Visit us at SAFRA clubs from 9am - 9pm
3) For Mail-ins
Visit Applications & Renewals (Under How To Sign Up) to download the application form.
Supporting documents required for new SAFRA membership:
How do I renew my SAFRA Membership?
Renewal of your membership can be done using the following channels
1) Online
2) SAFRA Clubs
Visit us at SAFRA clubs from 9am - 9pm
3) GIRO payment
Your SAFRA Membership may also be renewed from deductions via Ministry/Statutory Board salary, National Service Make-Up Pay or SAFRA DBS Card.
Why should I renew my SAFRA Membership and the SAFRA Family Scheme in advance before it expires?
You get to enjoy a seamless continuation of your member’s benefits and privileges when you renew your membership and the SAFRA Family Scheme in advance.
In addition, you will not be required to pay the $10.90/year (inclusive of 9% GST) for your 2nd and each subsequent Dependent member(s) in the SAFRA Family Scheme if you renew before it expires.
Note: Membership fee for renewal of the first Dependent member and administrative fee for newly added Dependent members shall apply.
Click here for the Principal Membership fees and SAFRA Family Scheme fees for Dependent members.
I would like to resign from my membership. How do I go about it?
If you wish to resign from your SAFRA Membership, please email mship_svc@safra.sg and include your name and Membership number. Alternatively, you can write in to us and mail to SAFRA Membership Services Division, 2 Telok Blangah Way, Singapore 098803.
I am going overseas. Is there a way to put my membership on hold or waive my fees?
Of course! You may apply to be placed on the list of Absent Members if you are leaving Singapore for a continuous period of one year. The membership fees will be waived for the listed period of absence (maximum 3 years).
To apply, please email mship_svc@safra.sg with your supporting documents (e.g. exit permit, letter from your employer or educational institute) at least one month before your departure.
What benefits can I expect as a SAFRA Member?
SAFRA members enjoy a host of benefits to cater to their lifestage and lifestyle needs.
SAFRA members enjoy:
Visit www.safra.sg/promotions for more information.
Do Ordinary B, Associate, Dependent and Life Members enjoy the same benefits as Ordinary A Members?
Yes, they do enjoy the same benefits except the right to vote.
May I bring my family and/or friends to use the facilities at SAFRA clubs?
SAFRA clubs are open to members and their family and friends for most SAFRA-managed facilities. Do visit our website on the various club facilities for more information.
As a SAFRA member, do I have to pay to use the facilities at EnergyOne or to join the Interest Groups?
SAFRA Members are welcomed to join EnergyOne Gyms or Interest Groups at nominal rates.
For EnergyOne membership fees, click here. Per-entry rates are also available.
For Interest Groups membership fees, click here.
How do I keep up with all the happenings and events at SAFRA clubs?
Simply sign up for a mSAFRA account and personalise your profile. We will send you alerts and updates based on your interests and preferences.
Alternatively, keep up with SAFRA club happenings via:
I have moved. How do I update my address with SAFRA?
You may update your address using the following channels:
Will I receive a physical SAFRA Membership Card?
With effect from 3rd October 2020, SAFRA will cease the issuance of physical membership cards for new membership sign-up and renewals. Members may log in to the SAFRA Mobile App to download their e-card to access the membership benefits and privileges.
Members holding on to a valid physical SAFRA membership card may continue to use the card until further notice.
Is my SAFRA Membership card transferable?
Your SAFRA Membership is exclusive to you and is non-transferable. Do remember to present your membership card when using SAFRA club facilities. Any misuse of SAFRA Membership may result in memberships being revoked.
How do I replace my SAFRA card if it's lost or damaged?
With effect from 3rd October 2020, SAFRA will cease the issuance of physical membership cards for new membership sign-up and renewals. Members may log in to the SAFRA Mobile App to download their e-card to access the membership benefits and privileges.
For lost or damaged SAFRA DBS Credit/Debit card, please block your card immediately using DBS services and request for a replacement.
Who can I contact for more information?
For SAFRA Membership queries, please email mship_svc@safra.sg or call our Membership Hotline at 1800 377 9800. Our operating hours are 9am - 6pm from Monday to Friday and 9am - 1pm on Saturdays, excludes Public Holidays.
For club activities and bookings, you may contact the respective clubs for information.