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Employment Pass

The Singapore Employment Pass is divided into Self-Employed Employment Pass (EP) and General Employment Pass (EP).

Employment Pass (EP)

● Applicants do not hold the status of a shareholder, and apply as an employee of the company.
Self-Employed Employment Pass

● Applicants hold company shares (also known as the owner of the company) and apply for an Employment Pass (EP).

There is no difference between the pass classifications of Self-Employed Employment Pass (EP) and Employment Pass (EP), however because of the diverse responsibilities the applicant plays in the organization, there are differences in the approval criteria when applying for Permanent Resident (PR).

Key Facts

Who is it for

Foreign professionals, managers and executives with a job offer in Singapore who meet the eligibility criteria
Minimum salary

Fixed monthly salary of at least $4,500 (some candidates may need higher salaries to qualify).
Duration of Pass

● First-time candidates: up to 2 years
● Renewals: up to 3 years
Foreign Worker Levy or Quota?

No foreign worker levy or quota required

Application Process

For General Employment Pass Application

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1.Accepting job offer from a Singapore based employer
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2.The company or appointed employment agent (EA) submit the application

For Self-employment Employment Pass application

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1.Incorporate a Singapore company: endorsement by a professional accounting firm is required to appoint any foreign director/shareholder (1-2 working days)
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2.Submit EP application to MOM (Engaging an experienced employment agency will significantly increase your approval rate)
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3.Start your business in Singapore

What's Next?

Eligibility

The Employment Pass (EP) is for foreign professionals who:

① Having a job offer in Singapore or being a director/shareholder of a Singapore company

② Work in a managerial, executive or specialized job

③ Earn a fixed monthly salary of at least $5,000 (some candidates may need higher salaries to qualify)

④ Earn a fixed monthly salary of at least $5,500 ( some candidates need higher salaries to qualify) for candidates in the financial services sector.

⑤ Have acceptable qualifications, usually a good university degree, professional qualifications or specialized skills.

Documents Required

① Personal particulars page of candidate’s passport.

② Company’s latest business profile or instant information registered with ACRA.

③ Candidate’s educational certificates.

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