Singapore work passes
Comprehensive analysis of Singapore's Ministry of Manpower (MOM) work passes: Employment Pass COMPASS points criteria, S Pass quotas, and the Overseas Networks & Expertise (ONE) Pass.
Who this pathway suits
Tech executives, finance professionals, corporate directors, and specialized technicians moving to Singapore.
Eligibility at a glance
- Employment Pass (EP): Minimum monthly fixed salary of S$5,000 (S$5,500 in financial services), rising with age to S$10,500, PLUS passing the COMPASS framework (40 points across salary, qualifications, diversity, and local hiring)
- ONE Pass: High-earning leaders earning S$30,000+/month, allowing multiple concurrent business ventures
- S Pass: Mid-level skilled staff earning minimum S$3,150/month under corporate dependency quotas
How the process works
- Employer advertises role on MyCareersFuture for 14 days (unless exempt under FCF)
- Employer submits EP application via MOM EP eService portal
- In-Principle Approval (IPA) issued within 10 business days
- Arrive in Singapore, complete biometric enrollment at MOM Employment Pass Services Centre, and receive card
Documents you will typically need
- Passport, employment contract, degree certificates with third-party verification report (Dataflow/Verifile), resume
What to keep in mind
The COMPASS points system evaluates both the individual's qualifications and the hiring company's workforce diversity and support for local employment.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower Singapore (MOM). Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.
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