Timeline For Employment Pass and S Pass Approval: How Long Can You Expect To Wait In Singapore?
Employment Pass and S Pass Application Approval in Singapore
The processing time for an Employment Pass (EP) or S Pass application in Singapore can vary depending on several factors such as the complexity of the application, the number of supporting documents submitted, and the workload of the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).
Generally, the processing time for an Employment Pass application is around 2–4 weeks from the date of submission.
The MOM aims to process 80% of applications within 14 calendar days and 90% of applications within 30 calendar days.
However, this can be longer if the application is incomplete or if additional documents are required.
In certain cases, the application may be referred for further assessment, which can take up to 8 weeks.
The processing time for an S Pass application is similar, usually taking around 2–4 weeks from the date of submission.
Similarly, MOM aims to process 80% of applications within 14 calendar days and 90% of applications within 30 calendar days.
However, it can be longer if the application is referred for further assessment, which can take up to 8 weeks.
It’s worth noting that the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) has implemented the “Fast Track” service, which allows eligible companies to receive faster processing of their Employment Pass and S Pass applications in as little as 1–2 working days.
However, this service is only available to companies that meet certain criteria, such as having a good track record of compliance with the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act and having a low ratio of foreign to local employees.
