All Employment Pass applications can only be submitted once the Singapore company has been incorporated. In order to incorporate a Singapore company,
Frequently Asked Questions : Immigration & Work Visa
As a work visa holder, what is required when I submit my resignation from employment?
As a Work Visa holder (Work Permit, S-Pass, Employment Pass, EntrePass, Personalised Employment Pass), you are required to cancel your Work Visa along
Do foreign employees need to contribute to the CPF fund?
Foreigners on Singapore work passes such as Employment Pass, S Pass, etc. are exempted from CPF contributions in Singapore.
As an employer, what does the law require regarding employee resignations?
If your employee is a Singapore Citizen / Singapore Permanent Resident (PR), the resignation must be accepted as they have the right to resign at any
Can a Singapore company hire foreign employees?
Singapore companies can hire foreign staff. There are different categories of work passes scheme available. Employment Pass (EP) is the only category
Can employees be paid in benefits in kind?
An employer may offer food, accommodation, allowances or privileges but ultimately, all wages and salaries must be paid in legal tender.
Can employees encash unutilized annual leave?
This is up to the employer's discretion.
Can Dependant’s Pass holders who own a company / business firm / LLP apply for a Letter of Consent?
A Dependant's Pass holder who holds a key appointment in any entity will not be entitled to a Letter of Consent. If they wish to draw a salary in the
Can a shareholder of a company apply for an Employment Pass (EP)?
Yes, a shareholder can. However, if it is a newly established company, it is important for the company to show that it is able to generate enough
