Employment Pass (EP)
work route — typical processing 3–8 weeks. Work rights: Tied to employer sponsor where applicable.
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Visa at a glance
| Processing time | 3–8 weeks |
|---|---|
| Work rights | Tied to employer sponsor where applicable |
| Visa type | work |
| Official source | MOM Singapore Source |
Requirements
- Job offer from Singapore employer
- Min SGD 5,500/month salary
- Relevant degree/experience
- Company COMPASS score
- Health insurance
FAQs
- Employment Pass (EP): EP qualifying salary?
- From SGD 5,600/month for new applicants (2025 COMPASS era — age-tiered) Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on MOM (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass/eligibility).
- Employment Pass (EP): COMPASS?
- Complementarity Assessment Framework points-based scoring Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on MOM (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass/compass).
- Employment Pass (EP): Processing?
- Typically 10 business days for many EP applications Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on MOM (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass).
- Employment Pass (EP): Employment Pass fee?
- SGD 225 pass issuance fee (MOM fee table — confirm online) Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on MOM (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass/apply-for-a-pass).
- Where do I verify Employment Pass (EP) requirements officially?
- Use the official immigration portal — requirements change by nationality and application centre. Verified 2026-05-19 — confirm on MOM Singapore (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass).
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