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This video provides an introduction to hiring foreign workers in Singapore- types of visas available to the employee according to skill level, application criteria and levies due to the employer. More information is available on the Ministry of Manpower website
After you have incorporated your business in Singapore, you will need to hire employees, both local or foreign to work for your company. If you are employing non-resident employees in Singapore, as an employer you have to make sure that they hold a valid work pass (also known as work visa).
Professional Work Visa
Pass type |
Who is it for |
|---|---|
| For foreign professionals, managers and executives. Candidates need to earn at least S$3,300 a month and have acceptable qualifications. | |
| For eligible foreign entrepreneurs wanting to start and operate a new business in Singapore. | |
| For high-earning existing Employment Pass holders or overseas foreign professionals. The PEP offers greater flexibility than an Employment Pass. |
Skilled or Semi- Skilled Workers
| Pass type | Who is it for |
|---|---|
| For mid-level skilled staff. Candidates need to earn at least S$2,200 a month and meet the assessment criteria. | |
| For semi-skilled foreign workers in the construction, manufacturing, marine, process or services sector. |
The Foreign Worker Levy
It is important to note that Singapore companies are required to pay Foreign Worker Levy (FWL) for the Work Pass and S Pass holders. This levy is imposed by the Singapore Government to regulate foreign workers numbers in the country.
The amount of levy due to the employer is determined by the sector the company belongs to and the educational level and skills of the employees. Employing workers with relevant qualifications and skill-based test certificates will count towards your skilled workers, which will entitle you to a concession in the worker’s levy.
Look at this example on the FWL scheme for manufacturing and service sectors.
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