S Pass

The S Pass is a type of work visa in Singapore designed for mid-level skilled foreign employees. It's part of Singapore's strategy to meet the demand for foreign workers in various technical or specialist jobs. Here's a detailed overview of the S Pass and its application process:

1. Eligibility Criteria for S Pass:

Target Applicants: Mid-level skilled staff such as technicians.

Minimum Salary Requirement: Applicants must earn at least S$2,500 per month. This threshold is higher for older and more experienced candidates.

Educational and Professional Qualifications: A degree or diploma is typically required. Relevant technical certificates, such as courses for technicians or specialists, with at least one year of full-time study, are also considered.

Relevant Work Experience: Practical work experience in the relevant field can strengthen the application.

2. Application Process:

Employer’s Responsibility: The application for an S Pass must be submitted by the employer on behalf of the foreign worker.

Online Submission: Applications are generally submitted through the Ministry of Manpower’s (MOM) Work Pass Integrated System (WP Online).

Documents Required: This includes the candidate’s passport details, educational certificates, employment testimonials, a recent photograph, and a completed S Pass application form.

Application Fee: There is a fee for each application submitted.

3. Quota and Levy:

Quota System: There's a quota (Dependency Ratio Ceiling) for the number of S Pass holders a company can employ.

Levy: Employers are required to pay a monthly levy for each S Pass holder.

4. Duration and Renewal:

Validity: The S Pass is usually valid for up to 2 years and can be renewed.

Renewal: Employers must apply for renewal if they wish to continue employing the S Pass holder. This should be done before the pass expires.

5. Cancellation of S Pass:

The S Pass must be canceled when the employment is terminated or if the pass holder leaves Singapore.

6. Family Members:

S Pass holders earning at least S$6,000 per month can apply for Dependant’s Passes for their family members.