Frequently Asked Questions : Singapore Employment Pass

How long is the Employment Pass (EP) valid for?

The validity period for first-time applicants is up to two years. Employment Pass (EP) can be renewed subject to applications meeting the prevailing

The reality is that not all Employment Pass (EP) applications are approved. The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) evaluates each applicant based on the

Yes, you can become a director in your company after you have obtained Employment Pass (EP).

You will need to seek approval from the Ministry of Manpower and your company.

Yes, you can hold shares in other companies or be a shareholder of another company while you are holding an Employment Pass (EP).

Employment Pass holders do not have to make any social security contributions to the Central Provident Fund (commonly know as “CPF” which is only

Yes, provided your salary is above $ 6,000.

All Employment Pass applications can only be submitted once the Singapore company has been incorporated. In order to incorporate a Singapore company,

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

No, if you are already holding an Employment Pass of a company, you cannot serve as a director of another company in Singapore.