Employment Pass (incl. founder/director of own SG company)
Employment Pass (incl. founder/director of own SG company) is a residence route in Singapore (Lavoro). 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.
| Categoria | Lavoro |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 610 |
| Reddito / anno | CHF 41'700 |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | 0 |
| Residenza perm. | 2 |
| Cittadinanza | 4 |
| Lavoro | yes |
| Ammessi | all |
| Imposte | Resident 183 days; employment income 0–24%; foreign dividends received exempt. |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
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