The application for an Employment Pass needs a careful review to decide on the right kind of pass, Employment Pass requirements and the Ministry of Manpower’s latest regulations.
According to the Singapore Companies Act 2007, if a foreigner is to become a director of a company, the foreigner shall need to be a valid Singapore Employment Pass holder.
You need not be physically present in Singapore while applying for an Employment Pass. The EP applications can be submitted online to the Ministry of Manpower by your employer or an appointed employment agent in Singapore. Before you apply for an Employment Pass, you need to be well aware of all the requirements and eligibility criteria stipulated by the Singapore Ministry of Manpower.
Before applying for an Employment Pass (EP), all employers need to advertise the job on MyCareersFuture. The minimum monthly salary requirement for being eligible for EP is SGD 4500 and may be higher for senior experienced persons. The process of application and issuance consists of the following steps
In the event of an EP holder continuing working beyond two years of EP validity, the employer can apply for renewal of Pass. EP renewal application can be done up to 6 months before the pass expires. The renewal application needs to reach MOM at least 2 months before expiry.
The employer or EA can make the application and the renewed pass remains valid for 3 years if supported by passport validity. Renewal of EP attracts SGD 225 fees for each Pass and missing the deadline requires an application for a new pass. The renewal is not guaranteed and subject to current regulatory regulations of MOM.
In case the EP Card is lost, the employer of the cardholder must apply for a replacement within 1 week.
Difficulty in comprehending Singapore’s strict eligibility criteria along with the complexities involved in the Employment Pass application process can often be a daunting task for employers and applicants alike. The Ministry of Manpower’s understanding may also greatly differ from those of the applicants. Outsourcing an external PRO service provider with a local presence offering work visa services in Singapore should always be a wise and preferred choice.
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