[Work Pass Alert] S-Pass Minimum Requirement to Increase (With effect from 1 January 2019)

With effect from 1 January 2019, new S-Pass applicants will need to earn a minimum salary of $2,300 per month.

More experienced applicants will need higher salaries to qualify.

Employers are encouraged to use the Self-Assessment Tool on the Ministry of Manpower (“MOM”)’s website to assess if their candidates qualifies for the pass.

Things to Note

• For existing S-holders whose passes expire
  • Before 1 January 2019
    • Able to renew based on existing criteria of $2,200
  • Between 1 January 2019 and 30 June 2019 (both dates inclusive)
    • Able to renew for a period of up to one year based on existing criteria of $2,200
  • After 30 June 2019
    • Renew based on new criteria of $2,300

For more information, please visit MOM’s webpage on S-Pass eligibility at https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/s-pass/eligibility or MOM’s factsheet at https://www.mom.gov.sg/~/media/mom/documents/budget2018/factsheet-foreign-workforce-policy-announcements.pdf?la=en

This alert is for informational purposes only. For additional information or assistance, please approach your respective Employment Pass Specialist or contact us at info@Accountstaff.com.sg