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Singapore work visa

Work permit applications are submitted online. Applicants may also need to provide a photograph and fingerprints.

Ways to get a Singapore work visa

  1. Work permit

    Other permit

    Eligibility details are not stated.

    1. Submit the application online.
    2. Provide a photograph and fingerprints if required.

How to apply

  1. Submit the work permit application online.
  2. Provide a photograph and fingerprints if required.

Good to know

  • A separate entry visa may be required depending on nationality.
  • Work permit types and eligibility rules are not stated.

Questions

Do I need a work visa for Singapore?

Work permit applications are submitted online. Applicants may also need to provide a photograph and fingerprints.

How do I apply for a Singapore work visa?

1. 1. Submit the work permit application online. 2. 2. Provide a photograph and fingerprints if required.

Does my passport change whether I need a work visa for Singapore?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Singapore visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a work visa for Singapore be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Singapore work visa rules?

On Singapore's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my work visa once I am in Singapore?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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