Singapore Work Visa

Devino-Singapore Work Visa
Most Common Types of Work Visa
 
  • Employment Pass
  • Special Pass
  • Work Pass

 

Most foreigners aiming to establish a company in Singapore and reside while working for over six months, the Employment Pass (EP) is the preferred option.
Professional Employment Pass
Holders of Singapore work visas like EP and PEP are permitted to bring their spouses and children under the age of 21. The salary requirement for an EP starts from S$4,500. Meanwhile, the Personalized Employment Pass (PEP) demands a higher salary, typically necessitating applicants to have a significantly higher income level, at least S$12,000 and above.
If the salary is sufficiently high, applying for a PEP offers more flexibility as it does not require sponsorship from an employer and allows for job mobility. Even in cases of temporary unemployment (lasting less than 6 months), the visa does not immediately become invalid.
Employment Pass (EP)
 
  • The visa has an initial validity of up to 2 years and can be renewed for subsequent periods, with each renewal allowing an extension of up to 3 years.
  • Employer-sponsored applications are not subject to quota limitations.
  • Applicable to managerial, executive, or professional positions.
  • Have a university degree
  • Professional qualifications or skills
  • The salary requirement is S$5,000 per month.
Personalised Employment Pass (PEP)
 
  • Open to existing EP holders or new applicants from overseas. ingle application allowed, with a maximum 3-year validity. It can be reverted to EP or SP upon expiration
  • Applicants can apply independently, without quota limitations. Salary requirement is S$12,000 per month for existing EP holders or S$18,000 for new overseas applicants
  • Income must be at least S$144,000 annually, with no more than 6 months of unemployment.
  • There are no specified job requirements, while changing jobs only requires notifying the relevant department.
Skilled Worker Permit
SP holders can usually bring a spouse and children under 21, while salary requirements range from S$2,500 to S$6,000.
DP is for foreign employees’ families to stay together in Singapore, but it doesn’t allow them to work.
Singaporean employers typically provide medical insurance for foreign employees and pay for the Foreign Worker Levy (FWL) monthly.
Work Pass
  • Work Pass is a basic type of work visa issued for non-skilled or semi-skilled workers.
  • Employers usually apply for Work Pass for employees. They also buy medical insurance and pay the Foreign Worker Levy.
Provided by the employer
  • Company’s business profile or business records.
  • Offer letter or employment contract.
  • The employee’s passport page
  • Proof of the employee’s academic qualifications
Provided by the employee
  • Passport information
  • Address and contact details in Singapore
  • Address for collecting the card of Work Permit (WP)
  • Personal data and contact details of authorised persons
  • Stamp of entry
  • Details of medical insurance
  • Workers’ compensation insurance
  • Medical examination report
  • HR Declaration Letter (if applicable)
Special Pass (SP)
 
  • The visa is valid for up to two years, renewable upon request.
  • Employer needs to submit, but subject to quota limitations.
  • If changing jobs, the holder must reapply for the visa due to the binding relationship with the employer.
  • Usually demands a diploma or university degree with related work experience for medium-skilled jobs.
  • Salary requirement at least S$3,000 per month.
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Work Training Visa

Suitable for university students from specific regions or overseas corporate trainees, this visa allows for short-term employment in Singapore. This type of visa is valid for a maximum of 6 months, non-renewable, and cannot be brought with dependents.
Training Employment Pass (TEP)
  • The visa is valid for a maximum of 3 months and is non-renewable.
  • Applied and guaranteed by the employer, not subject to quota restrictions.
  • The internship must be part of the course.
  • Only students from designated institutions are eligible, unless the salary reaches S$3,000.
 
Training Work Permit (TWP)
  • Open application to overseas corporate trainees and foreign students studying in Singapore.
  • The internship must be part of the course applied.
  • The visa is valid for a maximum of 6 months and is non-renewable.
  • Students are eligible to apply only once, whereas overseas trainees can reapply after a period of 6 months.
  • Applied by the employer, subject to quota restrictions.
  • Employer may be required to purchase medical insurance for the employee and deduct the Foreign Worker Levy (FWL) monthly.
 
Work Holiday Pass (WHP)
  • The visa is valid for 6 months and is non-renewable.
  • Applicants can apply independently, with a quota limit of 2,000 holders at a time.
  • Individuals aged 18 to 25, currently studying or having graduated from a recognised university.
  • Successful applicants need to meet the vaccination requirements to obtain the visa.
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