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Singapore Updates Salary Thresholds for Employment Passes
Starting in 2025 and extending through 2028, Singapore will increase the minimum qualifying salaries for Employment Pass and S Pass applicants. These changes will make it more difficult for mid-to-junior level foreign professionals to secure or renew work visas as the government prioritizes higher-skilled talent.
Singapore Rolls Out ONE Pass AI Track and Work Pass Updates
Singapore is introducing a specialized ONE Pass track for AI and Tech talent starting January 2027. The updates also include an expanded occupation list for work permits and streamlined levy structures to be implemented by 2028.
What to Know About Singapore's Shifting Work Permit Rules
Singapore will increase the Local Qualifying Salary to $1,800 in 2026, which impacts the quota for hiring foreign workers on S Passes and Work Permits. Additionally, the Work Permit for Performing Artistes will be discontinued on June 1, 2026, affecting foreign entertainers in the nightlife and arts sectors.
Singapore Updates Employment Pass Salary Requirements
Singapore will increase the minimum qualifying salary for new Employment Pass applicants to $6,000, and $6,600 for financial services, starting January 2027. S Pass thresholds will also rise to $3,600, impacting eligibility for foreign professionals and mid-level skilled workers.
Inside Singapore’s Biometric Immigration System
Singapore is transitioning to a fully automated immigration system, allowing all foreign travelers to use biometric lanes without prior registration. This update will significantly reduce wait times for expats and digital nomads entering or exiting the country through Changi Airport.