For employers & skilled hires
S Pass Application Services in Singapore
S Pass application support for Singapore employers hiring skilled workers. Review candidate salary, your company’s available quota and recurring employer costs together, then agree the document preparation and application support needed for a new hire or renewal.
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S Pass eligibility: candidate requirements and employer quota
| Applicant / audience | Eligibility focus | Preparation focus |
|---|---|---|
| New skilled hire | Candidate criteria and employer quota must both be checked. | Salary depends on age and sector. |
| Employer planning headcount | Check live quota and budget for levy. | The overall DRC and S Pass sub-limit both matter. |
| Renewal with the current employer | Recheck salary, quota and passport validity. | Expiry date determines the applicable criteria. |
S Pass support for new hires and employer renewals
Different circumstances call for different preparation. Identify your route before deciding what to submit.
New skilled hires
Confirm candidate salary requirements alongside your company’s ability to employ an S Pass holder.
Employers with a quota
Workforce composition affects eligibility to hire. Use current MOM information to assess available capacity.
Existing S Pass holders
For renewals, review the criteria applicable to the expiry date as well as continuing employer requirements.
Salary criteria, with effective dates.
These are starting minimums—not the threshold for every applicant. The required salary increases with age. Check the full official table for your candidate.
| Sector | Current starting fixed monthly salary | From January 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Except financial services | S$3,300 | S$3,600 |
| Financial services | S$3,800 | S$4,000 |
2027 values apply to new applications from 1 January 2027 and renewals of passes expiring from 1 January 2028. View age-specific MOM requirements ↗
Salary minimums rise with age. S Pass has employer quota and levy requirements; COMPASS is an Employment Pass framework and should not be presented as an S Pass requirement.
S Pass documents and employer responsibilities
Organise records by who supplies them. The official category checklist controls what is required; this is a preparation aid.
Resolve inconsistent names and dates before submission. Confirm translation and verification requirements for the issuing authority.
Candidate records
Candidate provides
- Passport particulars page
- Evidence resolving any name differences
- Information and sector-specific records requested for the case
Employer records
Employer or appointed EA
- Latest ACRA business profile
- Role, salary and candidate consent information
- Quota confirmation; industry documentation where applicable
Know who does what, and when.
Candidate & quota check
Review salary, the company’s live quota and advertising obligations.
Records & consent
Collect candidate consent and employer / sector documents.
Employer / EA submission
File the application and respond to any information requests.
Insurance & issuance
Arrange required insurance and any applicable care plan; follow IPA conditions.
Online applications are processed or receive an update within 10 business days. An update may request further information and is not a guaranteed approval.
What our S Pass application support covers
Application preparation
- Candidate salary and employer quota review
- Employer / candidate record preparation
- Agreed application and issuance support
- Renewal and employer-cost planning within the quotation
Agree your scope in writing
Confirm who prepares, reviews and submits each part, the number of review rounds and what happens if the authority requests more information.
Translations, external verification, government fees, appeals and later renewals should be separately identified where they are outside the agreed scope.
Compare the cost and the actual scope.
Government charges and professional fees are separate. Your written quotation should state inclusions, exclusions and any applicable GST.
| Government / employer charge | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
| New application | S$105 | Government application fee |
| Issuance / renewal issuance | S$100 | Each pass |
| Employer levy | S$650 / month | Current rate; separate from salary |
| Insurance & applicable care plan | Variable | Budget for applicable employer obligations |
Consultation
Start with a free assessment. Confirm what it covers when booking.
Preparation support
Request a written fee for your applicant category and document scope.
Further support
Agree separate costs for additional applicants, third-party work or later applications.
Renewal planning includes the employer quota.
The employer or appointed EA can start up to six months before expiry. Confirm current eligibility, sufficient quota and a passport valid for at least seven months. Complete any applicable Primary Care Plan requirements.
Quota and recurring cost belong in the same plan.
S Pass sub-limits are 10% in services and 15% in construction, manufacturing, marine shipyard and process. The overall foreign-worker limit also applies. Check the company’s live quota before applying.
Confirm your actual quota entitlement
For a hypothetical services workforce of 30 counted workers, 10% is three. That arithmetic is only a planning illustration. Actual entitlement depends on MOM’s workforce calculation, other workers and quota balance.
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S Pass application questions for employers
Is S Pass the same as Work Permit?
No. They have different eligibility and employer requirements. Check the appropriate pass for the occupation, candidate and sector before preparing an application.
Does the minimum salary apply at every age?
No. Published starting minimums rise with age. Use MOM’s full salary table or assessment tool for the candidate’s specific age and sector.
What costs should an employer consider?
Budget for government application and issuance fees, levy, required insurance and any consultancy fees. A written quotation should distinguish these costs.
Can an employer apply without available quota?
Quota is a separate employer requirement. Confirm capacity using current MOM rules; meeting the candidate salary criterion does not resolve a quota shortfall.
Does an S Pass application need COMPASS?
No. COMPASS applies to EP applications unless exempted. S Pass applications have their own salary, quota and other requirements.
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Tell us where you are in the process and what you need help with. We can discuss your application readiness and the next steps. You can also apply directly through the relevant authority; consultancy support is optional.
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