employment pass
Singapore is one of the most attractive business and employment destinations in Asia. Multinational corporations, technology companies, professional services firms, financial institutions and growing SMEs regularly recruit professionals from around the world to support their operations in Singapore. For many foreign professionals taking up professional, managerial, executive or specialist roles, the Employment Pass (EP) is one of the main work passes that allows them to work legally in Singapore. However, applying for an Employment Pass is not simply a matter of incorporating a company, offering someone a job and submitting an application. Employers need to consider salary requirements, the applicant’s experience and qualifications, the nature of the proposed position, the Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS), applicable recruitment requirements and supporting documentation. This guide explains how to apply for an Employment Pass in Singapore , the general requireme...