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ARTICLE · 11 MARCH 2021

Singapore To Require Work Permits For All Dependents Working With A Dependent's Pass

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At present, Dependent's Pass (DP) holders who are the dependents of foreign nationals with an Employment Pass, EntrePass, or Personalized Employment Pass can work...

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  • Beginning May 1, 2021, all Dependent's Pass (DP) holders working in Singapore will need an applicable work pass (Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit) to continue working in Singapore, instead of a Letter of Consent (LOC)
  • Existing DP holders with permission to work under a LOC are permitted to continue working until its expiry, but will be required to secure a work pass after its expiration
  • Employers or an appointed Employment Agent must apply for the relevant work pass on behalf of the candidate
  • Employers of DP holders will be required to provide the qualifying salary, dependency ratio ceiling, and/or levies to apply
  • DP holders who are business owners can continue running their business under their current LOC if they meet the specified criteria

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