SingaporeWork
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This Work Permit is for migrant workers from approved source countries/regions working in the construction, manufacturing, marine shipyard, process or services sectors.
Who it is for Workers from approved source countries/regions working in the construction, manufacturing, marine shipyard, process or services sector.
An employer or appointed employment agent applies for the permit on the worker’s behalf; the employer is also subject to a quota for their industry and must pay a monthly levy per worker.
Who can apply An employer or appointed employment agent needs to apply for the permit.
Employers are limited by a quota for their industry and have to pay a monthly levy for each worker.
There is no minimum qualifying salary; the worker must be at least 18 and below 62 years old when applying for the Work Permit.
Qualifying salary No minimum required.
At least 18 years old, and below 62 years old when applying for the Work Permit.
Family passes are not available under the Work Permit for Migrant Worker. The official source does not state whether the holder is tied to the employer, occupation or sector.
employment agent needs to apply for the permit. Minimum/maximum age At least 18 years old, and below 62 years old when applying for the Work Permit. Qualifying salary No minimum required. What is the duration Up to 2 years, depending on the validity of the worker’s passport, security bond and employment period. Is it renewable Yes. Find out how to renew. Passes for family Not available. Quota and levy Yes. Employers are limited by a quota for their industry and have to pay a monthly levy for each worker. Medical insurance Employers must provide medical insurance Primary Care Plan (PCP) Employers must complete all of the following: After getting the in-principle approval (IPA) or renewal letter, buy the PCP for workers who either: Stay i
The permit runs for up to 2 years, depending on the worker’s passport validity, security bond and employment period, and is renewable. No longer-term residence direction is stated.
What is the duration Up to 2 years, depending on the validity of the worker’s passport, security bond and employment period.
Is it renewable Yes. Find out how to renew.
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