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Apply for a Work Permit

You can apply for a Work Permit online as an employer or appointed employment agent. 

How to apply

Step Who does this How long it takes             
Submit an application Employer or employment agent (EA) Within 1 week for most cases
Prepare for workers' arrival Employer or EA Not applicable
Get the permit issued Employer or EA Immediate processing
(If required) Register fingerprints and photo Worker Not applicable
Receive the card Employer or authorised recipients Receive within 5 working days after fingerprint and photo registration, or document verification             

See pass map for overview of what you need to do before, during and after you apply for a Work Permit

Note:

  • If you have never applied for a Work Permit, you need to declare your business activity.
  • Non-Malaysian workers cannot be in Singapore during the Work Permit application.
  • The duration of the Work Permit is usually 2 years, but it may be shorter depending on:
    • Validity of the worker’s passport: Validity will be 1 month before the passport expires
    • Duration of the security bond: Validity will be 2 months before the security bond expires

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