Key facts on Personalised Employment Pass

Get a quick overview of the Personalised Employment Pass to decide if it is the right pass for you.

Pass facts

Who it is for	High-earning Employment Pass holders or overseas foreign professionals.
Who can apply	Candidate who meet the eligibility criteria can apply directly. Successful candidates will also need to meet vaccination requirements to get their pass issued.
Minimum salary	Earn a fixed monthly salary of at least $22,500.
What is the duration	Up to 3 years.
Is it renewable	No. The PEP is issued only once.
Passes for family	Available for certain family members of pass holders.
Foreign worker levy or quota	No foreign worker levy or quota required.
Relevant legislation	Conditions of Work Pass Employment of Foreign Manpower Act
Related eServices and forms	Access online services and forms for PEP.

Note:

If your PEP is expiring, you will need to get an Employment Pass or S Pass to continue working in Singapore. You do not have to cancel the existing PEP for your employer to apply for the new pass.
You may be required to pay income tax.

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Overview of what you need to do before, during and after you apply for a Personalised Employment Pass.

Before applying

- Know the eligibility and requirements to apply.
- Find out the documents required for applying.

Before arrival

- Apply for the Personalised Employment Pass and wait for the outcome.
- (If your pass is approved) Get an in-principle approval letter.
- Ensure that you comply with the latest vaccination and travel requirements.

Upon arrival

- Visit a local clinic to verify and update your overseas vaccination records in the National Immunisation Registry (NIR).
- Get the pass issued and receive a notification letter stating whether registration is required.
- (If required) Make an appointment to register your fingerprints and photo.
  
  Alternatively, your employment agent may issue the EntrePass on your behalf via EP eService. After the EntrePass has been issued, you will get a notification letter stating whether registration is required.
- Receive your pass card at the address provided 5 working days after registration or document verification.

When required

- Notify MOM about your annual income by 31 January of the next year. You should also notify MOM about any changes to your employment or personal information.
- Apply for a replacement if your pass card is lost, stolen or damaged.
- Cancel your pass if you no longer require it.

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