Employment Pass / Entre Pass / S Pass / Dependant Pass / LTVP / LOC / PLOC
After the establishment of a Singapore company, if you need to come to Singapore to manage your company, you need to apply for a work permit according to the regulations of the Singapore Manpower Bureau MOM.
| Types of Work Permits and Visas | Pass Application and Extension |
| 1.Employment Pass (EP) | The Employment Pass (EP) is designed for foreign professionals, managers, and executives who wish to work in Singapore. This pass is ideal for company leaders who possess specialized skills or management expertise. 1)Suitable for Senior Executives and professionals working in Singapore. 2)Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree and a lease for an office space in Singapore, requires a minimum monthly salary of SGD 5,600. 3)Application is submitted online, and the review process takes approximately 14 working days. |
| 2.EntrePass (Entrepreneur Pass) | The EntrePass is targeted at foreign entrepreneurs who wish to start and operate a business in Singapore. Unlike the Employment Pass, the EntrePass does not require a minimum salary or specific academic qualifications. 1)deal for business owners planning to establish their operations in Singapore. 2)Must meet at least one of the following criteria: Secured at least SGD 100,000 in funding from a recognized venture capitalist or angel investor; Hold one or more patents with the intention to commercialize in Singapore; Partnered with a recognized research institution to conduct research or have a business incubated by a recognized incubator. 3)The application is submitted online, with an estimated review period of 5-8 weeks. |
| 3.Dependant’s Pass (DP) and Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) | For Employment Pass and EntrePass holders earning more than SGD 6,000 per month, it is possible to apply for a Dependant’s Pass (DP) for your spouse and unmarried children under 21 years of age. If your salary exceeds SGD 12,000 per month, you can also apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) for your parents. DP applications typically take around 2 weeks to process. |
| 4. S Pass | The S Pass is another widely used work visa in Singapore, primarily intended for mid-skilled workers. The S Pass is not restricted by nationality, however, S Pass holders need to meet the salary requirements of the Ministry of Manpower. Companies in Singapore are subject to a quota system that limits the number of S Pass holders. For example, in the service sector, a company can have only 10% of its workforce on S Passes. Employers are also required to pay a monthly levy based on the number of S Pass holders they employ. |