To be considered for an Employment Pass Eligibility Certificate (EPEC), a foreigner must possess selected university qualifications or skilled migrant visas.
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) accepts qualifications from the following listed institutions, and other institutions that are of comparable and equivalent standard for Employment Pass Eligibility Certificate applications. MOM selects qualifications and institutions based on a wide range of criteria, including:
- Global and country institution rankings by independent accreditation boards
- Hiring history by top companies in Singapore
- Validation by HR consultants in listed countries
- Employment outcome of the institution's graduates
- The institution's enrolment standards
This selected qualifications list is for the purpose of considering EPEC applications only. It is not exhaustive, and is subject to change and further conditions. Possessing a selected qualification does not automatically guarantee a successful EPEC application, as the applicant may need to satisfy other criteria.
