{"id":1435,"date":"2020-03-10T04:14:16","date_gmt":"2020-03-10T04:14:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/acrabiz.com\/offshore\/?p=1435"},"modified":"2020-07-21T05:03:28","modified_gmt":"2020-07-21T05:03:28","slug":"visa-and-permits-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/acrabiz.com\/offshore\/visa-and-permits-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Visa and Permits in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Who can apply for the Employment Pass (EP)?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Candidates who:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Have a job offer in Singapore,<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Are in management, administration and other professional work, and<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Earn at least S$3,600 per month; or if<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">You are a more experienced professional who meets a higher salary requirement.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Can I apply for EP with a high school diploma?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Yes, diploma holders who are professionals, highly skilled and experienced, earning higher salaries but do not hold graduate qualifications may also stand a good chance of EP approval.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Can I enter and leave Singapore freely after obtaining an EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">Yes, you can enter and leave Singapore freely on a valid EP.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">How does it benefit me, if I applied for EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">With EP, you do not need to apply for a visa within the validity period. You can freely return to and live in Singapore for a long time without any duration of residence. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">If you meet the minimum fixed monthly salary required for EP holders in Singapore, you can bring in family members on Dependant Passes (DP), such as your children. Your children can study directly in Singapore without having to apply for a student permit.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Each EP holder is regarded as a tax resident of Singapore and will be issued a tax identification number, which you can use to open a bank account in Singapore. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Can I apply for Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) after I get my EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">You can apply for ICA&#8217;s consideration after you have been working here on an EP or S Pass for some time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">How can I appeal if my EP application is rejected?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">You can engage Acrabiz to appeal for your EP within 3 months from rejection, but we recommend you to contact us immediately. The appeal process isn\u2019t simple or straightforward, as it may seem.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Is there an age limit for EP application?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">No, there is no expressly stipulated age limit for EP Application.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Can I change employers after the EP application is successful?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Yes, you can. However, a new EP from your new employer is needed, unless you have other passes or visas that allow you to validly remain in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Do I need a specialist to submit my EP application?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">There is a huge amount of information which needs to be curated and a high volume of documents to be added to each application, notwithstanding the forms to be completed and submitted. It is highly advisable to engage a specialist with experience in this area to lessen the burden and ensure a successful application. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Can I submit the EP application myself?<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">To submit EP application by yourself, your company needs to activate a CPF online account followed by the EP online account. Then, your local director or secretary needs to register a CorpPass for you to log in and apply the EP. The whole set up process may take 1-2 months to complete and nominee director or secretary will most probably refuse you acting on behalf of the company in the submission. Moreover, the whole process is much more complex than you think. As a licensed firm by MOM, we can and are authorized to submit your application and communicate with MOM on your behalf. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">What are the common additional documents that MOM will request during the EP application?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Some of the most commonly required documents may include: <\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Latest Corporate Bank statement reflecting transactions<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Latest 3 months CPF contribution record<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">The employment contract of the candidate indicating the position and salary <\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Tenancy Agreement<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Latest sales contract secured by the company<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Justification for the EP application for the individual<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Justification for any document omission <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">How long does it take to approve EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">It can take up to 8 weeks for approval. However, some of our clients got their EP within 2 weeks. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">What is the duration of the EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">An EP is usually valid for 1-2 years and can be renewed upon expiration.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Do I need to be in Singapore when EP is submitted on my behalf?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">No. However if you want to enter or stay in Singapore before the EP is approved, you need a valid pass or visa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">Do I need to stay physically in Singapore during the validity of my EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">No.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">What is the requirement for EP renewal?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">You can apply to renew your EP up to 6 months before it expires. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">For instance, our clients submit their renewal when they receive the renewal forms by post,&nbsp;3 months&nbsp;before the pass expires. Their application needs to reach us&nbsp;at least 2 months&nbsp;before the pass expires.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">What is the requirement for EntrePass renewal?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">EntrePass holders will receive the renewal forms 3 months before their pass expires. <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Our clients will mail the completed renewal form to us 2 months&nbsp;before the pass expires.<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Renewal will be based on criteria such as the company incorporation, proof of business activities, and shareholding of the companies (i.e. at least 30%). <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">What are the factors that the Authority will consider in approving my EP?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Generally, the authority may consider the applicants\u2019 salary, qualifications, work experience and nature of the employment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>What happens if my first EP appeal was rejected?<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">You can re-appeal for your EP application if you are rejected on the first attempt.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><strong><span class=\"s1\">How long does the application of Dependent Pass take to approve?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Generally, it takes 1-2 weeks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Can I submit an EP and DP application together?<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><span class=\"s1\">Yes.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"><strong>Can I apply for Singapore PR?<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Yes, you can apply for Singapore PR through the following channels:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">EP or S Pass holders<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Through the GIP programme<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"s1\">Through sponsorship <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Who can apply for the Employment Pass (EP)? Candidates who: Have a job offer in Singapore, Are in management, administration and other professional work, and Earn at least S$3,600 per month; or if You are a more experienced professional who meets a higher salary requirement. Can I apply for EP with a high school diploma? 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