Your Proposed Business must be either Venture-Backed or Owns Innovative Technology!
EntrePass (Entrepreneur Pass)
The EntrePass scheme in Singapore is specifically curated for entrepreneurs who wish to launch and operate new businesses in Singapore. To qualify, entrepreneurs must have a viable business plan and meet specific entrepreneurial criteria. Secure your pathway to innovation and business success in Singapore with the EntrePass.
Entrepreneur Pass (Entrepass)
Entrepass is a Singapore work pass that allows the entry and stay of foreign entrepreneurs or business owners in Singapore. Tailored for innovators and entrepreneurs, it allows you to start and operate a new business in Singapore, offering a supportive environment for your entrepreneurial journey.
What are the criteria for the EntrePass?
- You must intend to start a private limited company registered with ACRA or have registered one that is less than 6 months old at the point of application.
- Have a business proposal or venture that meets the innovative criteria set by the Ministry of Manpower.
- Demonstrate relevant experience and a track record in creating and managing successful businesses.
- EntrePass Processing: S$ 1,350
- Business Plan Preparation (opt.): from S$ 800 (subject to complication)
- Ministry of Manpower (MOM) Application Fee: S$ 105
- MOM Issuance Fee: S$ 255 (Payable upon approval and collection of EP)
- Processing Time: 8 - 12 weeks (upon submission)
Required documents to apply:
Passport
Business Plan
Biz Track Records
Certificate
Resume
An Employment Pass is required prior to your first day of work in Singapore. We can assist you in processing this work pass in less 3-4 weeks.
Type of Visa
Employment Pass
MOM fees
360
Visa Express Application Service fee
500 SGD
Processing Time
3 – 6 weeks
*The above fee quoted does not include any additional fees due to complication of your application and any other disbursements (translations, medical checkup fee etc.)
What are the criteria for the Employment Pass?
- You must have a local company / job sponsor in Singapore;
- You must meet the minimum Employment Pass salary criteria;
- You must have the relevant experience and education qualification (those without tertiary education qualification can compensate with more working experience);
Required documents to apply:
International Passport
Highest education certificate
Resume
With Visa Express, you can apply for an EntrePass by completing our online form, uploading the necessary documents, and making the required payment. Our self-serve platform guides you through each step.
Typically, you’ll need a comprehensive business plan, copies of your passport, past employment testimonials, and details of your company’s registration with ACRA. The exact documents may vary based on your business and individual circumstances. Once you have made your payment and complete your information, our team will review and send you an email to clarify your application and request for additional information when necessary.
Once you’ve submitted all the required information and documents including the business plan, Visa Express will submit your application to MOM within 1 week. If your documents or information is incomplete, we will respond in 48 hours to request for the additional information.
You can subscribe to our business plan drafting service but you are required to provide basic information of your business plan for our writer to start the write up. Our business plan drafting service starts from 800 SGD, additional fee required if you do not provide research information needed for the business plan drafting and we have to pay for the research. Cost of research is based on your industry, business nature and the fee of third party company.
Visa Express provides FAQs, step-by-step guides, and customer support to assist you throughout the application process. Our customer service usually respond within 48 hours to your inquiry / request. As the entrepass is highly complex, our team will usually need to review your documents and request for additional information and documents for at least 2 – 3 times.
Visa Express offers a 7-day money-back guarantee if you do not pass the basic eligibility assessment for the EntrePass. There are no refunds for withdrawals or unsuccessful applications beyond the eligibility assessment stage.
You can check the status of your application through our Visa Express portal. We also provide updates as your application progresses through the MOM’s review process.
es, we offer add-on appeal support services where we review and advise on improving your application for a better chance of success upon re-submission.
Affordable Rates
Self-Serve Convenience
On-Time Submission
