The Work Pass Division (WPD) processes work passes to grant businesses access to foreign manpower to complement the local workforce and enable businesses to thrive. The division works with other government agencies to anchor Singapore as a global talent hub whilst maintaining robust controls to detect and deter fraudulent work pass activities.
Our vision
To be the leading Work Pass authority in the world.
Our mission
To regulate access to foreign manpower to complement the local workforce and enable businesses to thrive.
About us
The Work Pass Division is responsible for regulating the numbers as well as eligibility of foreigners who work in Singapore. In doing so, we implement policies that enable businesses to thrive but at the same time ensure that the aspirations of our local workforce are not compromised. Our policies also take into account social, security and immigration considerations because granting a work pass means allowing a foreigner to enter and stay in Singapore to work for a period of time. We regularly review our policies and processes to ensure that our system remains efficient and effective, serving the best interests of Singapore and Singaporeans.
We handle all transactions relating to the application, issuance, renewal and cancellation of work passes. We take a human-centric approach to service delivery and strive to provide a seamless experience for our citizens and customers. To uphold the integrity of our system, we maintain robust controls and work with other government agencies to detect and deter fraudulent work pass activities.