Rank #9
Singapore
South-Eastern Asia • UTC+8 • Asia/SingaporeMonthly Cost
$3,216
+47% vs USA
Internet
271 Mbps
Mobile Avg
Monthly Cost
$3,216
+47% vs USA
Internet
271 Mbps
Mobile Avg
Employment Pass
For foreign professionals, managers, and executives who have a job offer in Singapore. Requires a minimum monthly salary.
Min. Income
S$4,500/month
Per Applicant
Processing
1–2 Months
Average Time
Validity
2 Years
Initial / Renewable
Citizenship
10 Years
Years to Apply
Eligibility & Required Docs
Eligibility Requirements
Job offer from a Singapore company- Minimum salary of S$4,500
- Relevant qualifications and experience
Required Documents
- Passport
- Educational certificates
- Employment contract
- Recent passport-sized photograph
Residency Rules
Taxation
Residents are taxed on income sourced in Singapore. Foreign-sourced income is generally not taxable unless received in Singapore.
Physical Presence
No specific physical presence requirement, but maintaining employment is necessary.
Advantages
- Access to Singapore's robust job market
- Pathway to permanent residency
- High standard of living
Disadvantages
- High cost of living
- Competitive job market
- Strict eligibility criteria
Compare with
Hong KongEmployment Visa
United Arab EmiratesWork Visa
AustraliaSkilled Worker Visa