{"id":11020,"date":"2026-03-11T19:19:19","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T11:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=11020"},"modified":"2026-03-11T21:49:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T13:49:49","slug":"singapore-employment-pass-scheme-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/singapore-employment-pass-scheme-guide.html","title":{"rendered":"Singapore Employment Pass (EP) Scheme Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Issued by Singapore\u2019s Ministry of Manpower, the Singapore Employment Pass (EP) Scheme is a work visa that allows foreign professionals in Singaporean companies to live and work in the city-state. EP holders can also travel in and out of Singapore without needing to apply for entry visas.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this guide, we will take you through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EP Scheme<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2019s legal requirements, legal documents, and the overview of the application process. Keep reading to learn more about the EP Scheme, or check out our article on<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/singapore-visa-guide-for-us-citizens.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the Singapore Visa Guide for US Citizens<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to find out which visa applies to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What Is a Singapore Employment Pass?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-29417 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dense-cluster-of-modern-skyscrapers-rising-above-singapores-central-business-district.webp\" alt=\"Image of Dense Cluster Of Modern Skyscrapers Rising Above Singapore\u2019s Central Business District with text overlay of &quot;What Is a Singapore Employment Pass?&quot;\" width=\"1244\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dense-cluster-of-modern-skyscrapers-rising-above-singapores-central-business-district.webp 1244w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dense-cluster-of-modern-skyscrapers-rising-above-singapores-central-business-district-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dense-cluster-of-modern-skyscrapers-rising-above-singapores-central-business-district-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dense-cluster-of-modern-skyscrapers-rising-above-singapores-central-business-district-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/dense-cluster-of-modern-skyscrapers-rising-above-singapores-central-business-district-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1244px) 100vw, 1244px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foreign professionals, managers, and executives can live and work in Singapore under the EP. To qualify, candidates must earn a minimum of SGD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$5,600<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a month (SGD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$6,200<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for financial services). Employers are also required to prove that all jobseekers have been<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/consider-all-candidates-fairly\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> fairly considered<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Important Facts On Employment Pass<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following brief overview can help you decide whether an Employment Pass (EP) is a suitable pass for you, including details such as renewability, family passes, health insurance requirements, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EPs are designed for foreign professionals, managers, and executives who have been offered a job in Singapore and meet the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/eligibility\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> eligibility criteria<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An employer or authorized employment agent must<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/apply-for-a-pass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> apply<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on the candidate\u2019s behalf.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The qualifying fixed monthly salary for EPs starts from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SGD $5,600<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The minimum fixed monthly salary can be higher for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/faq\/employment-pass\/how-do-i-know-if-my-company-is-considered-part-of-the-financial-services-sector\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> financial services sector<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> employees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The duration of the EP is up to 2 years for a first-time candidate and up to 3 years for renewals. 5-year duration passes are available for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/experienced-tech-professionals-with-skills-in-shortage\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> experienced tech professionals<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with the relevant skills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The EP is renewable.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligible EP holders can get<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/passes-for-family\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> passes for family members<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employers can choose whether to provide health insurance for EP holders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Should I Apply For An Employment Pass Or An Entrepreneur Pass?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is often confusion about whether to apply for an Employment Pass (EP) or an Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass). Essentially, anyone who is listed as a shareholder of a newly incorporated company should apply for an<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/entrepass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> EntrePass<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> instead of an EP.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that said, the shareholding issue doesn\u2019t apply to companies that have been incorporated in Singapore for over 6 months. Therefore, you can apply for an EP in Singapore if the latter applies to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Further reading: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/singapore-entrepreneur-pass-scheme.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Singapore Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) Scheme<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-45' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Singapore_5.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Singapore 5\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Employment Pass Requirements<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To qualify for a Singaporean Employment Pass (EP), candidates must meet the following eligibility and salary requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EP candidates must have a job offer from a company that is registered in Singapore.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EP candidates must work in a specialist, managerial, or executive role.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EP candidates must earn a fixed monthly salary of SGD $5,600 at a minimum, with higher salaries required from more experienced candidates.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EP candidates must have acceptable academic qualifications.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">EP candidates must pass the points-based <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/eligibility#compass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ministry of Manpower<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> continuously updates the EP eligibility framework, it\u2019s important to keep an eye on the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/upcoming-changes-to-employment-pass-eligibility\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> upcoming changes to Employment Pass eligibility<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Self-Assessment Tool (SAT)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Ministry of Manpower\u2019s<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/employment-s-pass-self-assessment-tool\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Self-Assessment Tool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (SAT) is a useful online tool that you can use to assess whether you qualify for an Employment Pass (EP) based on information such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salary<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Educational qualifications<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work experience<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that the SAT <\/span><b>does not guarantee <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your application\u2019s outcome. Candidates who are deemed eligible by the SAT have around a 90% likelihood of passing. However, if it shows the candidate isn\u2019t eligible, they shouldn\u2019t apply for the EP as it will be rejected.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-44' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Singapore_4.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Singapore 4\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Required Documents For Employment Pass Submission<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When submitting an Employment Pass (EP) application, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) requires you to upload clear copies of documents, such as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the personal particulars page of your passport, in English (or translated into English). <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following are the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/documents-required\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> documents required for EP<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Documents Required<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal particulars page of the candidate\u2019s passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company\u2019s most recent business profile or instant information registered with the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acra.gov.sg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA)<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidate\u2019s educational certificates, such as a degree certification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidate\u2019s written consent permitting the company or authorized employment agent to apply on their behalf<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The MOM may request additional documents from relevant professional bodies for candidates who are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/documents-required\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthcare professionals, lawyers, football players, and coaches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Candidates working in food establishments may have to present a valid food shop license issued by the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sfa.gov.sg\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Singapore Food Agency (SFA)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Employment Pass Application Process And Timeline<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From submitting an Employment Pass (EP) application to receiving the card, there are several steps that a company or an authorized employment agent must complete to apply for an EP in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 1: Submit An Application<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the candidate gives written consent and a completed<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/-\/media\/mom\/documents\/work-passes-and-permits\/ep-and-s-pass-candidate-form.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> candidate\u2019s form<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to the employer or authorized employment agent, they can:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Submit an application online via the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/employment-pass-eservice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> EP eService<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upload the required documents<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pay the SGD $105 fee<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The application will be processed within 10 business days, or you will receive an update within that timeframe. After 10 businesses, you can<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/employment-pass-eservice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> check your application status online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Similarly, the processing time for overseas companies without a Singapore-registered entity is typically <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">within 6 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that candidates don\u2019t have to be in Singapore during this time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-43' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Singapore_3.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Singapore 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 2: Get The EP Pass Issued<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get the pass issued, the candidate must be in Singapore within <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6 months<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of in-principle approval (IPA) in order to carry out the next steps.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The applicant needs to provide the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/apply-for-a-pass#what-you-need\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> required information and documents<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> via the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/employment-pass-eservice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Employment Pass eService<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and then pay the SGD $225 fee (or SGD $30 for each<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/va.ecitizen.gov.sg\/cfp\/customerpages\/ICA\/displayresult.aspx?MesId=23025797\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Multiple Journey Visa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, if applicable). Both the candidate and employer will receive a notification letter by email once the pass has been issued.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The notification letter has a one-month validity from the date of issue and permits the candidate to start working in Singapore, as well as travel freely, while waiting for the EP card. The letter also states whether a photo and fingerprints are necessary for registration.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Step 3: Register Fingerprints And Have a Photo Taken (If Necessary)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upon receiving the notification letter, candidates should check whether they must register their fingerprints and have their photos taken. If required, they must complete registration within 2 weeks following the date of issue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The candidate must<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/make-an-appointment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> make an appointment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before visiting the<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/contact-us\/locations#Tab-EP\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Employment Pass Services Center (EPSC)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for registration and bring the following documents for the appointment:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notification letter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Appointment letter<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Original passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mobile phone with local mobile number and Singpass and SGWorkPass apps downloaded<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Step 4: Obtain The Employment Pass Card<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Ministry of Manpower will deliver the Employment Pass card to the given address within 5 working days after registration or document verification at EPSC. Candidates who don\u2019t need to register will receive the card within 5 working days once the documents are checked.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The delivery details will be sent via email or SMS at least 1 working day prior to delivery. The employer or employment agent can also c<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/employment-pass-eservice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">heck the card delivery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> status online.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-42' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Singapore_2.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner singapore 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What If My Employment Pass Is Rejected?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/appeal-against-a-rejected-application\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Employment Pass application is rejected<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the employer or employment agent can appeal within 3 months. It\u2019s worth noting that the company should only appeal if it can address the issues that led to rejection, which are outlined in the rejection advisory in<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/employment-pass-eservice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Employment Pass eService<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The company can submit the appeal online, and the processing time is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">within 6 weeks for 85% of appeals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Do I Renew an Employment Pass?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Singapore Employment Passes (EP) expire after 2 years and can be<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/renew-a-pass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> renewed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for up to 3 years. The employer or employer agent can submit EP renewal requests via<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/eservices\/services\/mymom-portal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the myMOM Portal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between 6 months and 2 weeks before the EP pass expires. Candidates must apply for a new EP if it expires before renewal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Passes For Family Members Of Employment Pass Holders<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certain family members can join Employment Pass (EP) holders in Singapore if they meet the following eligibility requirements. To get<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/passes-for-family\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> passes for family<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, EP holders must hold an Employment Pass and earn at least SGD $6,000 a month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legally married spouses and unmarried children under 21 years old will need a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/dependants-pass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dependent\u2019s Pass<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/long-term-visit-pass\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Long-Term Visit Pass<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is required for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common-law spouses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unmarried handicapped children aged 21 and above<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unmarried step-children under 21 years old<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parents of EP holders who earn at least <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SGD $12,000<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your employer must submit a separate application for each family member, which can be submitted with the EP application or separately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-41' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Singapore_1.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner singapore 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What If I Change Employers?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All Employment Pass (EP) holders must apply for a new pass whenever they change employers. They do not have to first cancel their existing pass when applying for a new one. The new EP will only be issued once the existing EP has been canceled.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>How does a person qualify for an Employment Pass (EP) in Singapore?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are several<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/passes-and-permits\/employment-pass\/eligibility\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> eligibility criteria<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that a person must fulfill for an Employment Pass (EP) in Singapore, including a job offer from a Singapore-registered company, working in a specialist, managerial, or executive role, and having acceptable academic qualifications.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Is it difficult to get an Employment Pass (EP) in Singapore?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The chances of getting an Employment Pass (EP) in Singapore are higher if the applicant has relevant work experience, good academic qualifications, and a job offer with a competitive salary, though approval is not guaranteed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What salary range is associated with a Singapore Employment Pass (EP)?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To qualify for a Singapore Employment Pass, expats in specialized, managerial, or executive roles must earn at least <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SGD $5,600<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a month, with increases based on age. A higher minimum fixed monthly salary is required from<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/faq\/employment-pass\/how-do-i-know-if-my-company-is-considered-part-of-the-financial-services-sector\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> financial services sector<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> employees.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How long does Employment Pass (EP) approval take in Singapore?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the processing time for a Singapore Employment Pass varies, applications are typically approved within 10 days. For overseas companies without a Singapore-registered office, the process usually takes around 6 weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From fulfilling the Employment Pass requirements to understanding the Employment Pass Application process and timeline, there sure is a lot to think about when applying for an Employment Pass as a foreigner hoping to live and work in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, we at Pacific Prime like to make life easier for expats in Singapore by putting together helpful resources. If you liked this article, we suggest reading<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/singapore-permanent-residence-pr-schemes.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) Schemes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/singapore-immigration-visa-schemes.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Singapore Immigration Visa Schemes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also explore our<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> blog<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a compendium of expat-friendly articles. You can also<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> contact our expert advisors<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for impartial insurance advice and a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> free plan comparison<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Issued by Singapore\u2019s Ministry of Manpower, the Singapore Employment Pass (EP) Scheme is a work visa that allows foreign professionals in Singaporean companies to live and work in the city-state. EP holders can also travel in and out of Singapore without needing to apply for entry visas. 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She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in International Social Sciences from University of Tsukuba, Japan. Prior to her arrival at Pacific Prime, her professional pursuit has taken her everywhere from an online publisher dedicated to raising Thai people\u2019s awareness of the aging society to an international organization working to enhance regional academic collaboration. Through such experience, she has gotten her hands on various kinds of content, from colorful photo albums on ballroom dancing to news articles summarizing insights from the senior thought leaders of Southeast Asia\u2019s higher education sector. Coming to Pacific Prime, she is ready to utilize her experience for the new pursuit. With a strong passion for storytelling and writing, she hopes her words could help bring people closer to the best international health insurance plan that works for them. 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