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Apply for an Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass

You can submit an Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass application online.

At a glance

Who can apply

Eligible candidates can apply directly.

Appointed employment agents (EA) and employers can also apply on behalf of the candidates.

How much it costs

When you submit the application:

  • $105 for each pass

When you get the pass issued:

How long it takes

Within 4 weeks for most cases.

Applications under the outstanding achievements track may take longer if further assessment is required by the relevant agencies.

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You may only submit 1 work pass application per candidate at a time. If the candidate has an existing work pass application, they cannot apply for an Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass.

How to apply

Step Who does this Result
Submit an application Candidate, appointed EA or employer on behalf of the candidate  In-principle approval (IPA) letter or rejection letter
Prepare for arrival in Singapore Candidate Candidates must comply with the latest travel requirements
Get the pass issued Candidate  Notification letter
(If required) Register fingerprints and photo Candidate Acknowledgment of card delivery
Receive the card Authorised recipients or candidate Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass card 

Apply for your family’s passes after your pass has been approved.

Although you can apply for their passes at the same time as the Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass, you may lose the application fees for each family pass if your Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass application gets rejected.

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