Work Permit for Singapore
The Employment Pass (EP), which is granted to foreign professionals working in managerial, executive, or specialised roles as well as owners and directors of Singaporean enterprises, is the primary and most popular type of work visa for Singapore. Usually, it is granted for one to two years at a time, after which it can be renewed. It is now easier to conduct business in Singapore because an EP visa allows one to live and work there as well as travel freely in and out of the nation without the need to repeatedly apply for Singapore entry visas. Having an EP also makes it possible to seek for permanent residence in Singapore at a later date.
The Employment Pass is divided into three categories: P1, P2, and Q1 Pass.
P passes are required for foreign nationals applying for executive, managerial, or specialised roles. EP holders with P1, P2, and Q status are eligible to apply for the Professional, Technical, and Skilled Workers grant, which allows them to become Permanent Residents.
Although there isn’t a set waiting period, a six-month salary record is one of the documents needed. As a result, you should schedule your application at least half a year in advance. Q1 pass holders should, however, wait at least two years before submitting an application for permanent residence.
You will need to collect and provide the following documents for submission of Employment Pass visa application in Singapore:
• A resume that includes your school background, work history, and some personal information
• A duplicate of your passport’s personal information page
• A recent passport-style photo
• Copies of transcripts and references from previous jobs
Employment Pass Eligibility Criteria
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The international expert making at least $3,600 per month.
• Parents of Employment Pass holders who are successful can also apply for the LTVP; however, in order for them to be eligible, the successful holder must be paid a minimum of S$12,000 (as of January 1, 2018).
• Generally speaking, acceptance as a Diploma or Degree recipient from an accredited university is expected.
• Evidence of specialised training and credentials
• Experience in the workplace
Personalized Employment Pass
This visa is addressed to the top earners (executives and professionals) who value their flexibility and freedom. The visa has many similarities with classic Employment Pass; however its general advantage is that it is bound not to a particular employer, but the employee himself. Also, unlike the Employment Pass, which must be canceled when the pass holder leaves the employer, the PEP is not tied to the employer and is granted on the strength of the applicant’s merit. Personalized EP fits directors and talented individuals who would like to enrich their expertise with a new experience in Singapore, but stay flexible at the same time. In contrary, for visa higer monthly wage is needed rather than in the case of Employment Pass (at least 18k SGD) and has some other limitations, for example,
Requirements for the PEP
- Candidate’s monthly salary should be over 18k SGD (monthly wage should be minimum 12k SGD for the foreigners who upgrade to PEP from P1 EP). To confirm this fact, foreigners must submit bank statements for minimum 3 months as well as salary slips.
- PEP applicants must showcase impeccable educational qualifications (a diploma/degree from a reputable university).
- Candidates must provide prominent occupation-related working experience and a set of valuable skills also represented in documents.
- The same as for the EP, Based on the applicant’s nationality, which doesn’t play a significant role, but can entail additional paperwork.
- Candidates are eligible to apply for PEP if they are under the pension age; nevertheless, older applicants favorably should represent more impressive experience.
- A valid passport
S Pass, which is a work permit designed for mid-skilled workers, is assessed on multiple criteria including specialty educational qualifications, skills, monthly wage, professional experience, and job type. The S Pass also was mid-level skilled foreigners who earn a fixed monthly salary of at least $2,200 to work in Singapore. Employers must make S Pass applications on, behalf of a job candidate.
Criteria one has to meet to be eligible for this kind of work visa:
• A fixed monthly salary of at least $2,300. The salary should reflect the work experience. Depending on the experience, applicants need higher salaries to qualify.
• Diploma or professional qualification. Technical certificates, such as courses for qualified technicians or specialists, may also be considered. The certification should include at least one year of full-time study.
• Professional experience.
Work Permit
Singapore is also willing to welcome foreign unskilled labor force arriving from Asian countries and seeking employment in such fields as construction, services, manufacturing, process, marine etc. Employment benefits of the Work Permit developed for this category of foreign workers are adjusted with limitations and strong requirements for the employer (bond, quotas, levies, and appropriate health coverage). This visa is intended only for working purpose and doesn’t provide any residence option. The government controls that all WP holders adhere to their underlying working reason for entry.
Requirements for Work Permit
For foreign workers:
• Only citizens from certain approved Asian countries are allowed to apply for this visa, such as India, China, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Thailand, Hong Kong, and so on.
• Candidate must be older than 18 years and no older than 50 (58 for the Malaysians).
• Candidates’ must provide a valid passport.
• Foreigner’s educational qualifications are also being taken into consideration; high skilled labor is beneficial for companies as they have to pay lower levy for them.
• WP holders are permitted to work only according to the specifications of their working visas. However it is unlawful for them to work in other place or to hold a personal business. For these, they have to apply for a new work permit.
