1. PEP holders are not allowed to establish their own businesses in Singapore, meaning they cannot participate in corporate activities or work for their own companies.
2. PEP holders can serve as salaried directors in a company, provided they do not own the company.
3. The eligibility requirements for PEP applications are stricter than those for an Employment Pass. Please refer to the Eligibility section below for details.
4. The main advantage of a PEP is that holders can change jobs without reapplying for a visa, provided they remain employed for at least six months. During this period, PEP holders can stay in Singapore without requiring another residence visa.
5. PEP holders are eligible to apply for a Dependant’s Pass for their spouse and children under 21. They can also apply for a Long Visit Pass for their parents.

The Personalized Employment Pass offers a flexible work permit option for high-income professionals. There are no minimum qualification requirements, but pass holders must receive a fixed monthly salary of at least S$22,500. To maintain the PEP, you must be continuously employed in Singapore (with no periods of unemployment exceeding six months) and earn a fixed salary of at least S$270,000 per calendar year.

A fixed monthly salary of S$22,500 or more, with a minimum fixed annual salary of S$270,000 per calendar year.

Family Residence Permit (DP): Spouses, children under 21, and parents can apply directly for Family Residence Permit and Long-Term Visit Permit.

Qualifications for Permanent Resident (PR): Direct application is possible. Family members can also apply simultaneously.

The Ministry of Manpower has not specified document requirements for applications; however, you will need to include the following documents when completing the application form:
1. Your passport
2. Employer’s name and address, if applicable
3. Employment and salary details, if applicable
4. Local contact details (for foreign professionals; local contact details can be provided upon approval)
5. Details of Dependent Passport holders, if applicable.
6. Details of Long-Term Social Visit Passport holders, if applicable.

If you do not currently hold a Singapore Employment Passport, the Ministry of Manpower may request additional details after your PEP application is submitted. Additional documents required for non-P1 Employment Passport holders include:
1. Copy of passport (Personal Details Page)
2. Current and/or previous employment contracts, if applicable
3. Pay slips and bank statements for the last three months
4. Most recent tax assessment notice
5. Academic certificates
6. Summary of work experience (e.g., curriculum vitae/CV)
Please note that non-English documents must be officially translated into English by a licensed translator, the Embassy/Consulate, or a notary public.

The processing time for a PEP application is approximately 4 to 6 weeks. Once your PEP application is approved, you will receive a Letter of Approval in Principle (IPA). This letter is valid for 6 months, and you must collect your Employment Pass Card at the address specified by the Singapore Ministry of Manpower (MOM) within this period. You will also need to bring other necessary documents to collect your card, such as your original medical examination report.

1. Once you obtain your PEP pass, it is valid for three years.
2. During this period, you must promptly notify the authorities with the following updated information:
1) Employment:
You do not need to apply for a new visa when changing employers. However, you must still notify the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) of your updated status, whether you have found a new job or become unemployed. This can be done using the relevant PEP declaration form, which must be submitted within seven days of the change in employment status. Your current or former employer must also provide written notification to the authorities.
Local Contact – If your local contact details change, you must notify the authorities using the appropriate notification form.
Salary – You must declare your annual salary at the end of each calendar year, within 30 days before the end of the year. You can also use the relevant PEP form.
Travel Document (Passport) – If you have changed (or renewed) your travel document (passport), you must update the information with the MOM using the Personal Data Form.
PEP Card Replacement – ​​If you lose or damage your PEP card, you must apply for a replacement online.
Residential Address – If you change your residential address, you must notify MOM online.
2) Extension:
Unlike other work permits, a PEP cannot be extended after its three-year validity period. After three years, you can continue working in Singapore on a Work Permit (tied to your employer) or apply for Singapore Permanent Citizenship.
You can also cancel your PEP at any time. Please note that once cancelled, you will not be eligible to apply for a new PEP.

1. Provide pre-application information and professional advice for PEP applications;
2. Submit PEP application documents;
3. Monitor the PEP application process;
4. Coordinate directly with MOM officials as needed;
5. Respond to MOM requests and submit additional documents as requested;
6. Closely monitor post-approval arrangements after PEP applications are approved;
7. Investigate the reasons for rejection if PEP applications are rejected and formulate an effective appeal strategy.