Singapore Dependant’s Pass

Singapore’s visa for family members

Singapore allows for Employment Pass and some S Pass holders who qualify to apply for visas which permit their family members to live with them in Singapore. For a family member to be eligible to obtain a dependant’s pass they must be a direct family member such as a legally married spouse, or unmarried children under 21 years of age by birth or legal adoption.

Details of the Singapore Dependant’s Visa

• Valid for the same duration as the supporting Employment Visa
• Allows an adult holder of a Dependant’s Pass to legally work in Singapore after obtaining a letter of consent from Ministry of Manpower
• Allows a child holder to legally attend school
• Eligible to apply for Singapore Permanent Residence

Singapore’s Dependant’s Pass

Eligibility for a Singapore Dependant’s Pass

Requirements to qualify for a dependant’s visa in Singapore

Singapore Dependant’s Pass can be obtained for family members of Employment Pass, EntrePass and qualified S Pass holders. The basic requirement is that the work visa holder must have a minimum monthly salary of S$4,000.

Required Documents

Documents required for Dependant’s Pass application

To apply for a Dependant’s Pass the applicant must prepare and provide the following documents

Dependant’s Pass Application

• A fully filled up application form
• Must be signed by the applicant or in the case of a child by their legal guardian
• Sponsorship by a well-established company in Singapore
• Must be endorsed with the company’s stamp or seal and signed by an authorised officer

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Travel Documents

• Copy of the particulars page from the applicants Passport

Alternative Option to the Dependant’s Pass

Visa for non-immediate family members and adult children with special needs

Singapore only allows for some qualified Employment Pass, and EntrePass to apply for visas supporting other dependants other than their legally married spouse or children under the age of 21. The Long Term Visit Pass allows for qualified work visa holders to obtain long-term visas for common-law spouse, step children, parents and handicapped children over the age of 21.