Limit for Singapore Employment Pass (EP).

Is there quota applicable for Employment Pass (EP) in Singapore?

Employment Pass (EP) is not subject to foreign manpower quota in Singapore.

Candidates need to earn at least $4,500 a month for all Sectors with effective from 01-Sep-2020 and have acceptable qualifications.

Candidates need to earn at least $5,000 a month for Financial Sector with effective from 01-Dec-2020 and have acceptable qualifications.

The criteria for older and more experienced EP candidates has been increased w.e.f. 01-May-2020, for example, an EP applicant in his early 40s will need to earn around double the new minimum qualifying salary for all Sectors.

EP renewals will be subject to the new salary requirement only with effect from 01-May-2021 to moderate the impact on businesses.

• Use the Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) at www.mom.gov.sg to check a candidate’s eligibility before you apply.
• Click here to learn more about EP in Singapore