🇸🇬 Singapore Employment Pass (EP)
Also known as: EP, Singapore EP
Last verified: August 31, 2026
What is the Singapore Employment Pass?
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.
This overview is written for Indians. Fees and paperwork differ by nationality; see the comparison below.
Singapore Employment Pass requirements, cost, and processing time
| Government fee | $245 |
| Processing time | 2–8 weeks |
| Minimum annual income | $50,000/year (about $4,167/month) |
| Minimum savings | No fixed threshold on record |
| Job offer | Required |
| Degree | Required |
| Family can join | Yes |
| Path to permanent residency | Yes |
Amounts are approximate US dollar equivalents of figures set in local currency, verified against official sources for Indians and Filipinos.
Singapore Employment Pass cost and processing time by nationality
| Applicants | Gov. fee | Processing | Min. income | Min. savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇮🇳 Indians | $245 | 2–8 weeks | $50,000/year | — |
| 🇵🇭 Filipinos | $245 | 2–8 weeks | $50,000/year | — |
Each row links to the full guide for that nationality, with the document checklist.
Documents needed for the Singapore Employment Pass
- 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
This list is the checklist for Indians. Other nationalities have their own steps, linked in the table above. The full ordered checklist, with timing, dependencies, and personalized due dates, is part of the plan.
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Check my eligibilityFrequently asked questions
- What are the requirements for the Singapore Employment Pass?
- The requirements we have on record are: a job offer from an employer in Singapore; a relevant degree; income of about $50,000 a year. Amounts are USD equivalents verified for Indians and Filipinos; the official source lists the full document set.
- How much does the Singapore Employment Pass cost?
- The government fee is about $245 (USD equivalent). Translations, apostilles, insurance, and courier costs come on top.
- What is the Singapore Employment Pass processing time?
- Typical processing takes 2–8 weeks after applying, plus the time needed to gather documents.
- What is the income requirement for the Singapore Employment Pass?
- The minimum income is about $50,000 a year (roughly $4,167 a month), expressed in US dollars. The official threshold is set in local currency and moves with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source.
- Do I need a job offer for the Singapore Employment Pass?
- Yes. A job offer from an employer in Singapore is required before applying.
- Can family members join on the Singapore Employment Pass?
- Yes. Accompanying family members are allowed, with additional documentation.
- Does the Singapore Employment Pass lead to permanent residency?
- Yes. It offers a path to permanent residency after the qualifying period.
- Is the EP the same as the Singapore Employment Pass?
- Yes. EP and Singapore EP are other names people use for the Singapore Employment Pass.
Singapore Employment Pass guides by nationality
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Always confirm requirements with the official government source: mom.gov.sg. This guide is general information, not legal advice.