Employment Pass (incl. founder/director of own SG company)
Employment Pass (incl. founder/director of own SG company) is a residence route in Singapore (Employment). Salary ≥SGD 5,600/month (rising with age to ~SGD 10,700 at 45+; financial sector higher) and COMPASS points; 2-yr then 3-yr renewals. Dependant's Pass needs SGD 6,000/month. PR discretionary. Fees SGD 105 application + SGD 225 issuance per pass.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 41'700. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 4 years.
How holders are taxed
Resident 183 days; employment income 0–24%; foreign dividends received exempt.
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 610 |
| Income / yr | CHF 41'700 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | 0 |
| PR | 2 |
| Citizenship | 4 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Resident 183 days; employment income 0–24%; foreign dividends received exempt. |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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