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Documents to Prepare for a Singapore Employment Pass Application

Find out which documents you need to prepare before submitting an Employment Pass application.

Required Documents

You must prepare certain documents before you submit an Employment Pass application. The Ministry of Manpower may ask for other documents when it reviews the application.

A checklist illustrating the documents needed for a Singapore Employment Pass application.

For non-English documents, upload the original document together with an English translation. Verification proof issued before 1 September 2023 will need to be reissued by the background screening company with an MOM verification reference number.

Common Questions from Employers

How can I avoid delays in my Employment Pass application?

Submit all documents correctly by following the guidelines provided.

Will I need to provide additional documents after applying?

Yes. The Ministry of Manpower may ask for other documents when it reviews the application.

How should I submit non-English documents?

Upload the original document together with an English translation. For verification proof issued before 1 September 2023, you will need to ask the background screening company to reissue the verification proof with an MOM verification reference number.