S Pass in Singapore
S Pass · Singapore visa route
skilled · last reviewed · all Singapore routes
For employer-backed roles below EP level; quota-limited, with higher salary thresholds for new applications from January 2027.
Route overview
Mid-skilled technical or associate professional work
Typical timeline / duration: 1-3 months
Important notes
- A job offer from a Singapore employer for an eligible associate professional or technician role.
- Fixed monthly salary of at least S$3,300 for new applications under the current table, increasing progressively with age and by sector.
- Employer must meet the applicable quota and levy rules and submit the application through the Ministry of Manpower.
- Passport and employment documents are required; qualifications can be declared but must be authentic and from an accredited institution.
- The S Pass qualifying salary rises to S$3,600 for new applications from 1 January 2027, before age and sector progression.
- A Self-Assessment Tool check is recommended before the employer applies.
Official source
Official source: Singapore Ministry of Manpower
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