Settling-in Programme (SIP) for Work Permit holders
Non-Malaysian Work Permit holders in the manufacturing sector and construction, marine shipyard and process sectors must attend the SIP to learn about their employment rights and other useful information.
At a glance
| Who must attend |
All non-Malaysian Work Permit holders who are:
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| When to attend |
Workers in the manufacturing sector and female CMP workers: Within 2 weeks of migrant worker's arrival in Singapore. Male CMP workers: At the Onboard centre upon arrival. |
| Where to attend |
Workers in the manufacturing sector and female CMP workers: MWC Recreation Club @ Soon Lee Male CMP workers: Onboard centre |
| Duration | 1 day. |
| Is it mandatory | Yes. Migrant workers must attend SIP before Work Permit can be issued. |
| Registration |
Register at MWC website if your workers meet any of the following:
Register for the Onboard programme if your workers are male CMP workers. |
| Languages |
Conducted in worker's native language:
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| Documents required |
Your worker must bring the following documents to the SIP class:
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What is it
The SIP is a 1-day orientation programme to educate migrant workers on Singapore's social norms, their employment rights and responsibilities, Singapore laws and where and how to seek assistance.
The topics include:
- Introduction to Singapore
- Local practices and social norms
- Employment laws
- Employment rights
- Working safely and Work Injury Compensation Act
- Key laws
- Mobile application orientation
- Remittance and unlicensed money lenders
- Primary Care Plan and Medical Centres for Migrant Workers
- Preventive health and living safely tips
- Mental health
- Recreation centres in Singapore