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Immigration & Mobility Desk

Singapore Work Pass Visa Advisory

Strategic framework execution for Employment Pass applications. We evaluate candidate profiles against the localized Ministry of Manpower (MOM) criteria to secure business continuity.

Why Let AnnBest Secure Your Pass?

Getting an EP as a self-employed founder is tricky because of the COMPASS points system. We simplify the entire process for you:

Founder Profile Pre-Check

We look at your background and business plan against the latest MOM rules to see if you're ready to win.

Zero-Friction Application

We handle all the document prep and submissions. You stay focused on your business; we handle the government technicalities.

Total Legal Safety

We ensure your company setup and hiring comply with Singapore's Fair Consideration Framework and other laws.

Appeal Support

If things get complicated, we step in to manage the appeals and keep the process moving.

Work Passes

Transparent upfront statutory pass handling metrics from your shared baseline price list.

Dependent Pass (DP)

Leadtime: 21 business days
SGD 3,400
  • In-Principle Approval (IPA) Letter
  • Notification Letter
  • Physical DP Card
  • Up to 2 Years of Pass Validity
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Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP)

Leadtime: 21 business days
SGD 3,400
  • Gov. License Fee
  • Notification Letter
  • Physical LTVP Card
  • Up to 2 Years of Pass Validity
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Step-by-Step Guide for Employment Pass Application

An itemized operational summary mapping out workflow parameters from initial data discovery to visa collection.

Step 1

Preparation for Application

Gather documents like passports, certificates, and job offer letters. Use MOM's Self-Assessment Tool to check eligibility.

Step 2

Online Submission

Submit online via MOM portal (3 weeks). Ensure details are accurate to avoid delays.

Step 3

In-Principle Approval

Upon approval, receive a principle approval (IPA) letter (valid for 6 months). Check status online using FIN or passport number.

Step 4

Formalities

Print and carry the letter for Singapore entry. Complete formalities like fingerprint and photo registration at MOM or agency.

Step 5

Card Collection

Pass card delivered within 5 days. Bring passport and notification letter for collection.

COMPASS Framework Assessment

Employment Pass filings must secure a minimum allocation under MOM's point-based Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS).

Core Scoring Foundational Criteria

C1: Salary Metrics
Evaluated relative to local sector peer norms.
C2: Qualifications
Sourced against credential verification networks.
C3: Diversity Balance
Share of candidate's nationality within firm staff.
C4: Local Headcount
Corporate commitment to domestic core development.

Our advisors pre-run complete verified candidate profiles through verified internal projection loops to minimize operational rejection risks before filing with MOM.

Initiate Profile Pre-Evaluation

Provide candidate parameters below. Our mobility desk will perform a preliminary check against current COMPASS frameworks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Actionable framework responses detailing parameters, processing margins, and compliance boundaries.

For most industries, the minimum salary is S$5,600. For the Financial Services sector, it is S$6,200. If the applicant is older or more experienced, the required salary will be higher.
COMPASS is a points-based framework evaluating applicant complementarity across individual and firm-level attributes (Salary, Qualifications, Diversity, Support for Local Employment).
Yes. All academic credentials declared in standard Employment Pass applications must be authenticated by background screening channels pre-approved by MOM.
Standard electronic processing across digital portals spans approximately 21 business days from initial submission paths.