Employment Pass Sponsorship Support
Support for overseas companies applying for an Employment Pass through a local sponsor in Singapore, from initial assessment and documentation to submission and follow-up.
Employment Pass Sponsorship in Singapore
Support for overseas companies applying for an Employment Pass through a local sponsor in Singapore, from initial assessment and documentation to submission and follow-up.
What Is Employment Pass Sponsorship?
Employment Pass Sponsorship is an application route for overseas companies without a Singapore-registered office that need an eligible employee to work in Singapore.
Under this arrangement, a local sponsor in Singapore submits the application to MOM on behalf of the overseas company. The application requires information on both the overseas employer and the local sponsor, including their relationship and the candidate’s purpose of working in Singapore.
Who May Consider Employment Pass Sponsorship?
Employment Pass Sponsorship may be relevant for overseas companies that need an employee to be based in Singapore but do not operate through a Singapore-registered office. Typical situations may include:
- Overseas companies assigning employees to carry out business activities in Singapore
- Overseas companies deploying employees for specific projects or responsibilities in Singapore
- Companies that need an employee to work in Singapore while maintaining the overseas corporate structure
- Companies without a Singapore-registered office that require a local sponsor for the Employment Pass application
Each case should be assessed based on the proposed working arrangement, the role of the overseas employer, the local sponsor and the candidate’s duties in Singapore.
How Our Support Works
We support overseas companies throughout the Employment Pass Sponsorship application process, from initial assessment and document preparation to submission and follow-up.
1. Initial Assessment
We review the proposed arrangement, including the overseas employer, candidate’s role and duties in Singapore, and the relationship with the local sponsor. This helps identify the information and documents required before proceeding with the application.
2. Documentation and Application Submission
We guide the overseas employer, candidate and local sponsor on the required information and supporting documents. We review the application for completeness and consistency and support submission through MOM’s designated Employment Pass Sponsorship process.
3. Application Follow-Up and Approval Support
After submission, the Sponsor Company will track the application status directly with MOM. Where additional information or supporting documents are required, we assist the relevant parties in preparing the necessary response. If the application is approved, we also support the next steps leading to Employment Pass issuance.
** In some cases, EPS can also act as the local sponsor, subject to a contractual agreement with our client organizations.
Why Choose EPS for Employment Pass Sponsorship Support?
Employment Pass Sponsorship applications involve additional coordination compared with standard Employment Pass applications. We help clients understand the process, prepare the required information and manage the application in a structured manner.
Experience in Singapore Work Pass Applications
EPS Singapore is a MOM-licensed employment agency with experience supporting employers and foreign professionals with Singapore work pass applications.
Practical Assessment of Sponsorship Arrangements
We review the proposed working arrangement and help identify potential application issues before submission.
Coordination Across Multiple Parties
We support communication and documentation between the overseas employer, candidate and local sponsor, helping ensure that the application information remains consistent.
End-to-End Application Support
From initial assessment and document preparation to submission, follow-up and approval support, we assist throughout the Employment Pass Sponsorship application process.
FAQ
Can an overseas company without a Singapore entity apply for an Employment Pass?
Yes. MOM provides an Employment Pass Sponsorship application route for overseas companies without a Singapore-registered office. The application must be submitted through a local sponsor in Singapore.
Is Employment Pass Sponsorship a different type of Employment Pass?
It is still an Employment Pass, but the application process is different from the standard online EP application route. Overseas companies without a Singapore-registered office use the Sponsorship application process through a local sponsor.
How long does an Employment Pass Sponsorship application take?
MOM states that applications for overseas companies without a Singapore-registered company are processed within approximately 6 weeks for most cases. Applications may take longer if additional information is required.
Is approval guaranteed if a local sponsor is available?
No. All Employment Pass Sponsorship applications remain subject to MOM’s assessment and approval.
Can EPS act as the local sponsor?
In some cases, EPS can also act as the local sponsor subject to a contractual agreement with our client organizations.
Discuss Your Employment Pass Sponsorship Requirements
If your company does not have a Singapore-registered office and is considering assigning an employee to work in Singapore, contact us to discuss whether the Employment Pass Sponsorship route may be suitable for your circumstances.