Working in Singapore for Dependant's Pass holders of Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass holders
Spouses of Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass holders can work or operate a business in Singapore with a Letter of Consent (LOC). Other dependants will need a work pass.
At a glance
| Who it is for |
Spouses of Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass holders who wish to work or operate a business in Singapore. Other dependants of Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass holders who are not spouses will need to obtain a work pass to work for an employer in Singapore.
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| Who can apply |
The candidate or appointed employment agent can apply if the candidate wishes to operate a business in Singapore. An employer needs to apply on behalf of the candidate if the candidate wishes to work in Singapore. |
| How much it costs | Free |
| How long it takes |
Within 4 weeks for most cases |
| What is the duration |
LOC to work as an employee:
LOC for business owners:
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How to apply
To apply for a Letter of Consent to work as an employee:
- Check that your Dependant’s Pass has at least 3 months validity. Renew your pass if it has less than 3 months validity.
- Have your prospective employer submit an application.
To apply for a Letter of Consent to run a business:
- Check that your Dependant’s Pass has at least 3 months validity. Renew your pass if it has less than 3 months validity.
- Meet the criteria as a business owner.
- Submit an application or engage an employment agent to apply on your behalf.
Check your application status after 3 weeks. It may take longer if additional information is required.
If your application is still pending after 3 weeks, please check your email for our request of additional documents.
Dependant's Pass (DP) holders who get an EP or S Pass
You will be granted the work and stay privileges associated with an EP or S Pass.
As your stay in Singapore will no longer depend on the main Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass holder, you will no longer require a DP.
You need to cancel your DP before your EP or S Pass gets issued.
DP holders who get a Work Permit
You will need to hold on to both your Work Permit and your DP for Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass.
- Your Work Permit validity will be tied to your DP’s validity
- You can apply for any Work Permit regardless of your nationality or citizenship
- You are not subject to the six-monthly medical examination, security bond or pregnancy restrictions.
- You do not need medical insurance from your employers if you are already covered under a medical insurance plan that meets MOM’s prevailing minimum mandatory insurance coverage requirement.
You do not need to obtain a work pass to participate in volunteer activities if:
- No payment is involved
- The activities are for a charitable purpose