Bottomline: With new regulations, economic headwinds and political sensitivity, Singapore EP, or S Pass, will be significantly more difficult to get in 2020. Key Takeaways: S Pass quotas will be reduced in 2021 and 2023 respectively.
Q. How is s pass quota calculated?
To calculate your WP and S Pass quota, you can use our online quota calculator.
Q. Can my company apply s pass?
Yes. Employers are subject to a quota and levy for S Pass employees. Employers must provide medical insurance for S Pass holders. Access online services and forms for S Pass.
Table of Contents
- Q. How is s pass quota calculated?
- Q. Can my company apply s pass?
- Q. What is the difference between S Pass and Employment Pass?
- Q. Can S Pass holder apply for PR?
- Q. How much is foreign worker levy?
- Q. How many S Pass holder in Singapore?
- Q. Why is SPass rejected?
- Q. What is the minimum salary for work permit in Singapore?
- Q. Can S Pass holder marry Singaporean?
- Q. How do I claim my s pass levy?
- Q. What’s the minimum salary for a s pass?
- Q. When does SG has raised the employment pass salary criteria?
- Q. What do you need to know about the s pass?
- Q. Are there salary thresholds for EPs and s passes?
Q. What is the difference between S Pass and Employment Pass?
Employment Pass in Singapore applies to highly skilled professionals with high qualifications and job offers in Singapore. S Pass is applicable for Mid-level skilled staff or technicians.
Q. Can S Pass holder apply for PR?
Yes. If you hold an S Pass and wish to become a Singapore permanent resident, you can apply through the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority ( ICA ). The application will be assessed based on ICA’s PR criteria.
Q. How much is foreign worker levy?
Foreign Worker Levy For S Pass Holders 10% of the company’s total workforce in the services sector. 20% in the manufacturing sector. 18% in all other sectors.
Q. How many S Pass holder in Singapore?
Foreign workforce numbers
| Pass type | Dec 2016 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|
| Employment Pass ( EP ) | 192,300 | 177,100 |
| S Pass | 179,700 | 174,000 |
| Work Permit (Total) | 992,700 | 848,200 |
| Work Permit ( MDW ) | 239,700 | 247,400 |
Q. Why is SPass rejected?
When your company appeals, they have to mention your salary higher than your actual one based on your service experience. Otherwise, MOM will reject your SPass again. If they submit a higher salary than the one stated in the contract, will they pay me the higher amount?
Q. What is the minimum salary for work permit in Singapore?
$4,500
Only eligible candidates will be considered for an Employment Pass. Criteria include a minimum salary of $4,500 and acceptable qualifications. Use the Self-Assessment Tool to check a candidate’s eligibility before you apply.
Q. Can S Pass holder marry Singaporean?
Do S Pass holders need to seek approval to marry a Singaporean or Permanent Resident? No, S Pass holders do not need to seek approval from MOM to marry a Singaporean or Permanent Resident.
Q. How do I claim my s pass levy?
How to apply. You need to apply online at CPF website. After logging in, choose Application for Waiver of Foreign Worker Levy (Business). You can check your application status online after 12 working days.
Q. What’s the minimum salary for a s pass?
From 1 October 2020, the minimum qualifying salary has been be raised to $2,500 for new applications. The qualifying salaries for older and more experienced S Pass candidates have been revised accordingly. The new salary criteria will apply to those renewing their S Passes if their passes expire from 1 May 2021.
Q. When does SG has raised the employment pass salary criteria?
As such, another raise in the employment pass salary criteria has been initiated in less than 6 months since the last increment in May 2020. All companies processing Employment Pass (EP) applications for their foreign employees must now ensure that the minimum monthly salary is S$4,500 instead of S$3,900, with effect from 1st September 2020.
Q. What do you need to know about the s pass?
Who is eligible. The S Pass is for mid-skilled foreign employees (e.g. technicians) who meet these criteria: Earn a fixed monthly salary of at least $2,300. The salary should reflect work experience. Older, more experienced applicants need higher salaries to qualify. Note: From 1 January 2020, fixed monthly salary must be at least $2,400.
Q. Are there salary thresholds for EPs and s passes?
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said in a statement on Thursday evening, giving details of the government’s move to raise the salary thresholds for EPs and S Passes, and to tighten work pass requirements: “Salaries in the financial-services sector have been consistently higher than in other sectors.
