Skilled Professional Permit

Yes. Spouses of EP holders must apply for their own work pass (e.g., EP, S Pass, or Work Permit) to work in Singapore. They are no longer eligible for a Letter of Consent (LOC) unless they are business owners.

Yes, if you earn at least **S$6,000** per month. You can sponsor Dependant's Passes (DP) for your spouse and unmarried children under 21. For parents, you need a minimum salary of **S$12,000** (Long-Term Visit Pass).

Your new employer must apply for a fresh EP for you. Your current EP will be cancelled once the new one is issued. You do not need to leave Singapore during this transition.

First-time applicants usually receive a pass for up to 2 years. Renewals can be granted for up to 3 years.

If your job is on the Shortage Occupation List (e.g., Cyber Security, ESG Specialist), you earn an additional **20 bonus points** towards your COMPASS score, significantly easing the approval path.