Eligibility Criteria

There are sector-specific rules for a Work Permit. Find out the requirements from the official MOM website here.

Work only in the occupation and for the employer specified in their Work Permit card.
Not take part in any other business or start their own business.
Reside only at the address set by the employer at the start of employment. They must inform their employers if they plan to move to another place.
Carry their Work Permit card at all times and produce it when requested by any public officer.
Not marry a Singapore citizen or permanent resident in or outside Singapore without MOM's approval. This applies even after their Work Permits have expired, been cancelled or revoked.
Not get pregnant or deliver a child in Singapore during the validity of their Work Permit unless they are already married to a Singapore citizen or permanent resident with MOM's approval. This applies even after their Work Permits have expired, been cancelled or revoked.

Cancel the Work Permit within 1 week after the worker's last day of notice.
Bear the cost of repatriation, including buying an air ticket with check-in luggage allowance.
Settle all outstanding employment issues, including salary payment.