Dependant’s Pass (DP) holders are not permitted to draw a salary and work in any company in Singapore. Letter of Consent (LOC) holders are not permitted to be named as directors and/or shareholders in any company. Dependant’s Pass holders who wish to draw a salary from any company in Singapore…Read More
Immigration & Work Visa FAQs / Singapore Dependant’s Pass
What are the requirements to apply for a Letter of Consent (LOC)?
A Letter of Consent (LOC) allows a Dependant’s Pass holder to work in Singapore. To be eligible, the applicant must: be a Dependant of an Employment Pass (EP) / Personalised Employment Pass (PEP)/ Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) holder; have a local sponsor (employer); and have a Dependant’s Pass that is valid for…Read More
Can I bring in my dependants on an Employment Pass (EP)?
Yes, provided your salary is above $ 6,000.
Can my Dependant work in Singapore?
Yes, a Dependant’s Pass (DP) holder can work after the employer has received the Letter of Consent (LOC) from the Ministry of Manpower.
Do Dependant’s Pass holders with the Letter of Consent need to contribute to any social security or skill development fund, etc.?
Dependant’s Pass holders with a valid Letter of Consent do not have to make any social security contributions to the Central Provident Fund (commonly know as “CPF” which is only applicable to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents). However, the employer (company) is required to contribute a fee to the Skills Development…Read More
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 company, the Dependant’s Pass holder will have to appoint another individual to helm the company instead. Dependant’s Pass holders who…Read More