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Immigration

Foreigners in Singapore need to apply for a pass in order to work, invest and live in Singapore.

Here is a quick guide to what is relevant for you.

Categories of Passes Types of Passes Types of Applicants Apply with
For Business Global Investor Programme (GIP) Investors CS
Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) Entrepreneurs and those who wish to start a business MOM and SPRING
Multiple Journey Visa (MJV) Frequent visitors from countries that require a visa to Singapore; allows multiple short stays within a one, two, or five-year period ICA



For Short-Term Visitors Social Visit Pass Short-term visitors and tourists ICA
For Family Members Dependant’s Pass (DP) Dependants of EP holder MOM
Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) Family members of EP holder MOM

For Business

Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass)

The EntrePass is designed to facilitate the entry and stay of entrepreneurs who:

  • are ready to start a new company/business and will be actively involved in the operation of the company/business in Singapore; or
  • own a business registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) for no longer than six months at the point of submission of the EntrePass application.

The EntrePass has an initial validity period of up to two years and will be issued upon the submission of a sound business proposal. Depending on the type of EntrePass you hold, you can apply for the Dependant’s Pass or the Long Term Visit Pass for your family members. These allow your immediate family to live in Singapore while you start and grow your business here.

With the EntrePass, you may leave and re-enter Singapore frequently with ease. It is renewable for as long as the business remains viable. For further details on the EntrePass, please refer to Ministry of Manpower.

Multiple Journey Visa (MJV)

The MJV facilitates the entry of business executives from countries that require a visa into Singapore. This is ideal if you are:

  • attending to businesses or investments in Singapore and travel to Singapore frequently
  • looking for or exploring business opportunities in Singapore

Holders of this visa are permitted to enter Singapore as often as required within the validity period of the visa. The holder may stay from 14 to 30 days per visit, depending on the mode of arrival. Upon successful application, you may be issued a one, two or five-year MJV, in accordance with the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA)'s existing visa guidelines in Singapore.

Things to note when applying for the MJV:

  • Check with the Singapore overseas mission in your country on visa requirements for entry into Singapore.
  • You will need a Letter of Introduction from a Singapore-registered company to be submitted with your MJV application.

For nationals of China and India, MJV applications are usually processed within one working day if the application is submitted online. For nationals of other visa-requiring countries and further details on MJV, please refer to the ICA website.

For Short-Term Visitors

Social Visit Pass

If you wish to come into Singapore for a short stint, either to attend job interviews or to negotiate contracts, you will need to apply for a Social Visit Pass.

The Social Visit Pass is valid between two to four weeks and may be subsequently renewed for up to three months. Holders of the Social Visit Pass are not allowed to work in Singapore.

For more information on the different categories of visitors applying for a Social Visit Pass, visit the ICA website.

For Family Members

Dependant’s Pass (DP)

EP and S Pass holders can apply for Dependant’s Passes for their spouse or unmarried/legally adopted children under 21 years of age. Application and renewal can be made online or manually through submitting the completed form to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).

For more information, visit the MOM website.

Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP)

EP holders can apply for the LTVP for their family members. Application and renewal can be made online or manually through submitting the completed form to MOM.

For more information, visit the MOM website.

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