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Work Visa in Singapore

Employment Pass
Work Visa in Singapore
Employment Pass
Employment Pass (EP) – a work visa designed for foreign professionals, managers and executives with a salary at least 5 000 SGD (~3 700 USD) per month in all industries and at least 5 500 SGD (~4 000 USD) per month in the financial services sector.
The Employment Pass is the most popular work pass for foreigners who want to live and work/do business in Singapore.

RSBU provides a full range of services for obtaining EP in Singapore
Employment Pass
Work Pass for Life and Work in Singapore
Fees:
1200 $
Employment Pass
1200 $
What is included in the service:
Company registration in the Singapore Ministry of Labor database
* paid for separately
EP Online Account Company Registration with the Ministry of Labor of Singapore
Preparing and submitting a work visa application to the Singapore Ministry of Labor
Interaction with the Singapore Ministry of Labor on the application
Up to two appeals on the application (if denied)
Obtaining prior authorization to issue your visa (IPA)
Issuance of a work visa confirmation (In Principal Approval)
Issuance of a multiple entry tourist visa to Singapore*
Entry Approval from Singapore Ministry of Labour*
Release of work visa at the Ministry of Labor of Singapore upon arrival in Singapore*
Key features of the Employment Pass (EP)
EP gives the right to live and work in Singapore during the validity period of the pass
(1-3 years, renewable)
* - for comparison, if you do not have a Work Pass or other long-term visa in Singapore, the minimum amount for opening a personal bank account in Singapore starts with a deposit of $ 200 thousand to $ 10 million.
Availability of passes for eligible family members (Dependant Pass/LTVP)
(wife/husband, children and parents)
Possibility to apply for Permanent Residency in Singapore for pass holder and family members
EP holders have the option of sending their children to both local and international schools in Singapore.
Qualifies the holder as a tax resident of Singapore
(The personal tax rate in Singapore is progressive and ranges from 0 to 22%)
Opportunity opening a personal bank account in one of the top banks in Singapore with a minimum deposit*
Recognized expertise in an applicant's field of specialization - awards, interviews, and publications in relevant media - are not required, but greatly increase the chances of obtaining a work visa.
in case there is no completed higher education, it is necessary to significantly increase the salary, prove high professional qualification and expertise
At least $5,500 for the financial services sector. Salary increases progressively with age.
Completed higher education supported by certificates*
Relevant work experience in your industry
EP qualifying salary at least $5,000 for all sectors except financial services **
Good business reputation
No criminal cases and adjudications, bankruptcy records and black marks in international information databases
Candidates need to pass the points-based COMPASS in addition to meeting the EP qualifying salary.
Completed Form
Personal particulars page of candidate’s passport
Passport must be valid for at least one year at the time of application for a work pass
Company’s latest business profile or instant information registered with ACRA
Education documents
Copies of the applicant's certificates of educational attainment. All copies of certificates must be in their original language and translated into English with a notarized translation
Education qualification verification proof
CV
Each application is reviewed by the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore on an individual basis, based on a wide range of factors, such as the candidate's salary, work experience, business reputation, recognized industry expertise, and the ratings of the educational institutions the candidate graduated from.

Issuance of an Employment Pass in Singapore may take from 3 weeks to a couple of months due to MOM timelines.
During the visa review process, the MOM may request additional documents as well as ask questions about the application. It is the applicant's job to answer the questions promptly and provide the required documents.
The new Employment Pass regulation in Singapore
Starting on September 1st 2023, the new Employment Pass (EP) applicants have to go through the Complementary Assessment Framework (COMPASS). EP renewals will also have to be eligible through the COMPASS framework from September 1st of 2024.

COMPASS allows employers to select high quality expatriates while increasing the diversity of the workforce and building a strong core of local employees. This transparent system gives businesses greater clarity and certainty in their workforce planning.
Reasons for a work pass rejection
Important!
The Ministry of Manpower Singapore does not always explain the reason for work pass rejection. This information is based on our experience when applying for an Employment Pass in Singapore.
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Testimonials from our customers
We have been cooperating with RSBS since the creation of our company, namely since 2017. This is a team of professionals who can be trusted with tasks of various complexity, from company registration to assistance in some aspects of business. I am grateful and glad for our partnership!
Dmitry Malakhovsky
Director & Co-Founder, Ecoway Technologies Pte.Ltd.
Anastasia Oleinik
Prima Music Pte Ltd
RASA expresses its sincere gratitude to RSBU. Our cooperation began in 2019 with the registration of the company and continues to the present day.

During the period of our cooperation, RSBU representatives have shown high professionalism and efficiency in performing the designated tasks. We receive constant support in the ongoing financial and organizational processes of the company. We are very satisfied with our cooperation with RSBU and we certainly recommend this company as your reliable and trusted partner.
Tatiana Meshkova
I used the services of RSBU in order to open my own company in Singapore. Good service. The consultants actively answer questions and respond quickly if problems arise. Especially valuable is the fact that even after successfully opening a company, the consultants give advice on documentation and doing business in Asia.

I recommend it!
RASA Pte Ltd
We have been cooperating with RSBS since the creation of our company, namely since 2017. This is a team of professionals who can be trusted with tasks of various complexity, from company registration to assistance in some aspects of business. I am grateful and glad for our partnership!
Dmitry Malakhovsky
Director & Co-Founder, Ecoway Technologies Pte.Ltd.
Anastasia Oleinik
Prima Music Pte Ltd
RASA expresses its sincere gratitude to RSBU. Our cooperation began in 2019 with the registration of the company and continues to the present day.

During the period of our cooperation, RSBU representatives have shown high professionalism and efficiency in performing the designated tasks. We receive constant support in the ongoing financial and organizational processes of the company. We are very satisfied with our cooperation with RSBU and we certainly recommend this company as your reliable and trusted partner.
Tatiana Meshkova
I used the services of RSBU in order to open my own company in Singapore. Good service. The consultants actively answer questions and respond quickly if problems arise. Especially valuable is the fact that even after successfully opening a company, the consultants give advice on documentation and doing business in Asia.

I recommend it!
Сотрудничаем с РСБС с момента создания нашей компании, а именно с 2017 года. Это команда профессионалов, которым можно доверить задачи разной сложности, начиная от регистрации компании и заканчивая помощью в некоторых аспектах деятельности. Благодарен и рад нашему партнерству!
Малаховский Дмитрий
Директор & Соучредитель
Ecoway Technologies Pte.Ltd.
RASA Pte Ltd
Seafood International Trade Pte Ltd would like to thank RSBU for their long-term and fruitful cooperation. We have been customers of RSBU since its incorporation and RSBU has established itself as a task-oriented and result-oriented company.
Olga
Seafood International Trade Pte. Ltd.
Maxim R.
Wowlink Pte. Ltd.
Working with RSBU leaves only positive impressions in the memory. The team stays in touch even during holidays and off hours.

Our business is quite specific, requiring licensing, legal expertise and we get help from RSBU on all these matters. What to say about the basic needs of opening a company and accounts, everything is at the highest level here.
Vitaly Isayev
We registered a Private Limited Company in 2020 with RSBU. The RSBU team worked perfectly, the documents were prepared professionally, the registration of the company and the opening of the bank account went smoothly.

RSBU also provided our company with a nominee director, an official address, and helped us keep the books. We are very pleased with the quality of service, responsiveness and professionalism of the RSBU staff. You can see that the company and team are constantly improving and enhancing the quality of services provided. Thank you very much for your work!
Сотрудничаем с РСБС с момента создания нашей компании, а именно с 2017 года. Это команда профессионалов, которым можно доверить задачи разной сложности, начиная от регистрации компании и заканчивая помощью в некоторых аспектах деятельности. Благодарен и рад нашему партнерству!
Малаховский Дмитрий
Директор & Соучредитель
Ecoway Technologies Pte.Ltd.
Spacefox Pte Ltd.
Seafood International Trade Pte Ltd would like to thank RSBU for their long-term and fruitful cooperation. We have been customers of RSBU since its incorporation and RSBU has established itself as a task-oriented and result-oriented company.
Olga
Seafood International Trade Pte. Ltd.
Maxim R.
Wowlink Pte. Ltd.
Working with RSBU leaves only positive impressions in the memory. The team stays in touch even during holidays and off hours.

Our business is quite specific, requiring licensing, legal expertise and we get help from RSBU on all these matters. What to say about the basic needs of opening a company and accounts, everything is at the highest level here.
Vitaly Isayev
We registered a Private Limited Company in 2020 with RSBU. The RSBU team worked perfectly, the documents were prepared professionally, the registration of the company and the opening of the bank account went smoothly.

RSBU also provided our company with a nominee director, an official address, and helped us keep the books. We are very pleased with the quality of service, responsiveness and professionalism of the RSBU staff. You can see that the company and team are constantly improving and enhancing the quality of services provided. Thank you very much for your work!
Сотрудничаем с РСБС с момента создания нашей компании, а именно с 2017 года. Это команда профессионалов, которым можно доверить задачи разной сложности, начиная от регистрации компании и заканчивая помощью в некоторых аспектах деятельности. Благодарен и рад нашему партнерству!
Малаховский Дмитрий
Директор & Соучредитель
Ecoway Technologies Pte.Ltd.
Spacefox Pte Ltd.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
You may need:
The Dependant's Pass (DP) is a primary long-term visa option for foreigners residing in Singapore who are spouses, as well as biological and adopted children of holders of various work passes, including the Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass, Employment Pass, Personalized Employment Pass, EntrePass, and S Pass.
The Private Limited Company form, specifically the Exempt Private Limited Company, is the best option for foreigners looking to establish a company in Singapore (Exempt Private Limited Company). This is the most common form of incorporation in Singapore and is suited for most types of business.
The Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass is a personalized pass for top talent in all sectors with a salary of at least 30 000 SGD (~22 300 USD) per month or with outstanding achievements in business, arts and culture, sports, academia and research.
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