S Pass (Singapore)

Singapore's mid-skilled work permit issued by the Ministry of Manpower for foreign mid-tier professionals — typically associate-degree, diploma, or technical-certificate holders earning at minimum SGD 3,150/month (rising to SGD 3,300 in September 2025; SGD 3,800 for the financial-services sector). S Pass is below the Employment Pass (EP, SGD 5,000+ for entry-level positions) and above the Work Permit (lowest tier). Employers face a quota (currently 10% of total workforce in services, 15% in other sectors) and pay a tiered monthly levy per S Pass holder. S Pass does not directly lead to permanent residency, though holders may apply for PR through the standard ICA process after demonstrating contribution. Spouses cannot accompany S Pass holders on a Dependant Pass — only on a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), and only if the holder earns above the Dependant-Pass threshold.