Singapore – Higher Minimum Salary for S Pass Applicants
December 10, 2018
Effective January 1, 2019, the minimum qualifying salary for the S Pass will be increased from SGD 2200 to SGD 2300.
Further Details
- Existing S Passes expiring between January 1 and June 30, 2019 can be renewed for up to one year under the pre-2019 salary requirement.
- Existing S Passes expiring from July 1, 2019 onwards can only be renewed if they meet the new minimum salary requirement.
- The salary should reflect work experience. Older, more experienced applicants need higher salaries to qualify.
- Fixed monthly allowances can be included in the salary calculation.
Action Items
Employers who may be affected are encouraged to review the salaries of their S Pass holders.