Processing time: 4 weeks for most cases
How to apply
- Prepare the documents required.
- Complete the online application form.
- Pay the $105 application fee via Visa or Mastercard.
How to check your application status
You may check your application status online after 4 weeks.
If additional information or documents are required:
- Your processing time may take longer than 4 weeks
- We will email you (please reply directly to our email)
Receiving your application results
We will send your results to the email indicated in your application form.
If your pass is approved, you should also receive an IPA letter. The IPA letter is a pre-approved single-entry visa for your dependant to enter Singapore.
It gives your dependant 6 months to enter Singapore and get their pass issued.
Before departing
You should:
After arriving
Your dependant should show their IPA letter to the immigration officer.
When: Within 6 months of IPA
Processing time: Immediate
Make an appointment
Once your dependant arrives in Singapore they should make an appointment to get their pass issued at our Employment Pass Services Centre (EPSC).
If you cannot find a suitable appointment date, send us an enquiry.
Prepare the following for the appointment:
| What to prepare |
Details |
| Travel documents |
These include your dependant's:
- Original passport
- Current Short-Term Visit Pass (STVP) or immigration pass details
- (If applicable) Completed Medical Declaration Examination Form
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| Personal contact information |
These include your dependant's:
- Email address
- Local mobile number
- Residential address in Singapore
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| Card delivery address and recipient's details |
A local address where we can deliver the card, and details of up to 3 authorised recipients to receive the card.
For each recipient, please provide the following details:
- Email address
- Mobile number
- NRIC number, FIN, or passport number
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| Payment for issuance and visa fees |
$225 for each pass issuance. An additional $30 for each Multiple Journey Visa, if applicable.
You may use VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, NETS or CashCard to pay for your fees. If your credit or debit card was not issued in Singapore, please ensure it has been activated for overseas use.
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| Additional documents |
You may need to submit a copy of your completed Declaration Form for Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass (DP/ LTVP).
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If you need more time to get the pass issued because your dependant is still waiting for their medical results, you should:
Receive the notification letter
Once the pass has been issued, your dependant will receive a notification letter that:
- Allows them to travel in and out of Singapore while waiting for their pass card.
- States if your dependant needs to register their fingerprints and photo for card registration.
- Is valid for 1 month from the date of issue. If your dependant needs more time to complete the card registration procedures, you can request to extend the validity of their notification letter.
When: Within 2 weeks after the pass is issued (if required)
Make an appointment
If your notification letter states that your dependant needs to register their fingerprints and photo, they should make an appointment at our Employment Pass Services Centre (EPSC).
They must register their fingerprints and photo within 2 weeks after their pass has been issued.
What to bring for the appointment
They should bring the following documents for their appointment:
- Original passport
- Appointment letter
- Notification letter
When: Within 5 working days after registration or document verification
Card delivery
We will deliver the card to the given address within 5 working days after they register at the Employment Pass Services Centre (EPSC) and get their documents verified. If they do not need to register, we will deliver the card within 5 working days after verifying their documents.
The authorised recipients will get an SMS or email with the delivery details at least 1 working day before the delivery.
If you do not receive the card within 5 working days, check if you have uploaded the correct documents.
Download SGWorkPass to scan the QR code on the new card and check your pass status, expiry date and more.
Unsuccessful card delivery
If we are unable to deliver their card after 2 attempted deliveries, the dependant or an authorised person needs to collect the card at EPSC.
They can collect the card 3 working days after the second attempted delivery. They do not need an appointment.
What to bring:
| If the dependant is |
Do this |
| Collecting the card directly |
Bring their:
- Original passport or travel document
- Notification letter
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| Authorising someone to collect the card on their behalf |
Ensure that the person brings:
- An authorisation letter from the dependant
- Their NRIC or passport for verification
- Dependant's original passport or travel document
- Notification letter
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