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Documents Required for a Singapore Employment Pass Application

A guide to the documents employers must prepare for Employment Pass applications according to the Ministry of Manpower.

Which documents are needed for an Employment Pass application?

You can find out which documents you need to prepare before submitting an Employment Pass application. To avoid delays in the application, submit the documents correctly by following the guidelines.

What should I do if the Ministry of Manpower requests additional documents?

The Ministry of Manpower may ask for other documents when they review the application.

How do I handle non-English documents?

For non-English documents, you must upload the original document together with an English translation.

Checklist showing documents needed for a Singapore Employment Pass application

What about verification proof issued before 1 September 2023?

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.

Fair hiring reminder

Consider all candidates fairly before you apply for an Employment Pass.