How long does the Employment Pass take for India citizens?

Typical processing time is 2–8 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.

What does the Employment Pass cost?

The government fee is approximately $245. Additional costs (translations, apostilles, insurance) vary by case.

Can I bring my family on the Employment Pass?

Yes — this visa allows accompanying family members, with additional documentation.

Employment Pass for India citizens

Last verified: August 31, 2026

Overview

For professionals with a job offer of at least S$5,600/month (S$6,200 in financial services) — the bar rises with age, so check MOM's Self-Assessment Tool — plus at least 40 points under the COMPASS framework (salary, qualifications, workforce diversity, local employment). Thresholds rise to S$6,000/S$6,600 for applications from Jan 2027.

Requirements

Minimum annual income	$50,000/year
Minimum savings	No requirement
Job offer required	Yes
Degree required	Yes
Family can join	Yes
Path to permanent residency	Yes

Processing time & costs

Typical processing takes 2–8 weeks after applying. The government fee is approximately $245. Difficulty: 3/5.

Documents you'll need

Job offer meeting the qualifying salary
Employer completes Fair Consideration advertising
Degree verification proof
Employer submits the EP application on myMOM
Receive the In-Principle Approval (IPA)
Enter Singapore & employer requests issuance
Register fingerprints & photo
Receive your EP card

The full ordered checklist — with timing, dependencies, apostille and translation flags, and personalized due dates — is part of the paid plan.

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