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Singapore Employment Pass (EP)

Singapore Employment Pass (EP)

It is the country's highest-level work visa, primarily granted to executives and managerial professionals. Applicants leverage their domestic business background and senior management experience to establish a new company in Singapore, then obtain the EP by serving as a director or manager in their self-owned company (self-sponsorship).

Singapore Employment Pass (EP)

3-6 months

Processing Cycle

work visa

Obtain identity

Custom Quote

Attorney fees

Application requirements

Application process

STEP 1
Determine Eligibility
Register a Private Limited Company in Singapore /Hold at least 30% shareholding in the company/ Demonstrate a viable business plan with sustainable operations/ Pay yourself a minimum salary of SGD 5,000/month (higher for certain industries). Hire at least 1 local employee (Singaporean/PR) and contribute to CPF
STEP 2
Prepare Documents
Company registration documents (ACRA BizFile)/ Business plan (financial projections, market analysis). Proof of investment (bank statements, capital injection). Applicant’s resume, educational certificates, and work experience/ Lease agreement for office/workspace (if applicable)
STEP 3
Apply for Self-Employment Pass (SEP)
Submit online via the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website
STEP 4
After Approval
Receive an In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter/ Complete formalities (e.g., medical checkup, sign employment contract)/ Collect the SEP card at MOM
STEP 5
Renewal & PR Pathway
Renew SEP annually (must show active business operations)/ After 2-3 years, eligible to apply for Permanent Residence (PR) under the Entrepreneur/Investor scheme

Apply For Fees

1. Mandatory Government Fees    
Fee Type Cost (SGD) Notes
SEP Application Fee 105 Payable to MOM
Issuance Fee 225 Upon approval
Multiple-Entry Visa (if needed) 30 Per issuance
2. Company Registration Costs    
Service Estimated Cost (SGD) Details
Company Incorporation 600-1,500 ACRA filing + first-year secretary
Registered Address 500-2,000/year Virtual/physical office
Corporate Secretary 500-1,200/year Mandatory for Pte Ltd
Business License (if applicable) 50-5,000 Depends on industry
3. Operational Expenses    
Requirement Estimated Cost (SGD) Frequency
Local Employee Salary 2,500-4,500/month CPF contributions extra
Office Rental 1,500-5,000+/month Commercial space
Accounting Services 1,200-5,000/year Basic bookkeeping
Audit Fees 1,500-5,000 Required for certain companies
4. Professional Services    
Service Cost Range (SGD) Notes
Immigration Consultant 3,000-10,000 Full application handling
Corporate Lawyer 200-500/hour For complex structures
Business Plan Preparation 1,000-5,000 For stronger application

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