Employment Pass
Singapore
Last updated: December 28, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$105
3-8 weeks
High
About this Visa
The Employment Pass is a work visa for skilled professionals. You work full-time for a Singapore company. It's for managers, executives, and specialists with degrees or professional skills. You can work full-time without restrictions. Your family (spouse and children under 21) can come with you. You can leave and return to Singapore freely. After 2+ years, you can apply to stay permanently. Unlike other Singapore work visas, you don't need an employer to buy you health insurance. You control your own insurance. It's the most flexible visa for foreign professionals.
Key Benefits
- Work full-time without restrictions
- Bring spouse and children under 21
- Free travel in and out of Singapore
- No mandatory employer health insurance
- Path to permanent residency after 2+ years
- Citizenship eligible after 4+ years total
- No age limit
- Children can study in Singapore schools
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Job offer from registered Singapore company
- Minimum salary S$5,600 (general) or S$6,200 (finance)
- University degree, professional qualification, or specialist skills
- Relevant work experience
- No age limit
- No criminal record or visa violations
- Manager, executive, specialist, or professional role
- COMPASS score of 40+ points (unless salary S$22,500+)
Financial Requirement
Minimum monthly salary: S$5,600 (~$4,100 USD) for general jobs; S$6,200 (~$4,560 USD) for finance jobs. Salary increases with age. S$6,000+ required to sponsor family members.
Documents
- Passport ID pageCopy of biodata page
- Recent photoLess than 3 months old
- ResumeComplete job history
- Degree or certificatesEducational qualifications
- Job offer letterFrom Singapore employer with title, duties, salary, start date
- Medical examIf required by MOM
- Company registration proofFrom employer
- Credential verificationRequired for Indian or Chinese diplomas
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.