Stages of Work Permit in Singapore?

What are the stages of Work Permits in Singapore?

Stages of Work Permits before applying?

Stages of Work Permits before arrival in Singapore?

Stages of Work Permits upon arrival in Singapore?

Before Applying:

• Know Work Permit requirements by sector
• Know your quota and levy
• Declare business activity (For first-time employers)
• Apply for in-principle support (For Process maintenance)

Before Arrival in Singapore:

• Apply for Work Permit
• Apply for housing pre-entry check
• Book a slot for onboarding centre for migrant workers
• Send the In-Principle Approval (IPA) at least 3 days before arrival
• Send the Employment Contract and get the acceptance of it
• Send the Terms & Conditions for Stay Home Notice (SHN) (if applicable) and get the acceptance of it
• Buy Security Bond (Insurance Companies will update the MOM system automatically)
• Buy Medical Insurance and submit details
• Register for Primary Care Plan (PCP) for eligible workers through MOM’s approved Anchor Operators
• Buy Work Injury Compensation Insurance (WICI)
• Register the worker for Settling-In Programme (SIP)

Upon Arrival in Singapore:

• Send the worker directly to migrant worker onboard centre where medical exam also will take place
• Send the worker to attend Settling-In Programme (SIP)
• Register worker’s accommodation address
• Check whether any professional body’s specific approval is required
• Get the Work Permit issued
• Register fingerprints and photo
• Receive the Work Permit card

Monthly:

• Pay the Foreign Worker Levy (FWL)
• FWL is to be paid by GIRO (mandatory)

As and when required:

• Notify MOM of any changes
• Apply for levy waiver
• Renew the Work Permit
• Replace the Work Permit
• Cancel the Work Permit