Recent Changes to Singapore’s Work Permit Rules
| Change | Previous Rule | New Rule | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Removal of Employment Period Limit | Employment period limit of 14-26 years based on skill level, sector, and country. | No fixed term limit for Work Permit holders. | July 1, 2025 |
| Increase in Maximum Employment Age | Maximum age limit of 60 years. | Raised to 63 years, aligning with national retirement age. | July 1, 2025 |
| Higher Age Limit for New Applicants | Non-Malaysians: below 50 years old. Malaysians: below 58 years old. | All new Work Permit applicants must be below 61 years old, regardless of nationality. | July 1, 2025 |
| Expansion of Source Countries | Limited to existing NTS countries. | Bhutan, Cambodia, and Laos added to the NTS list. | June 1, 2025 |
| Changes to S Pass Qualifying Salary | Minimum qualifying salary: SGD 3,150. | Increased to SGD 3,300, with higher thresholds for experienced workers. | September 1, 2025 |
| Adjustments to S Pass Levy Rates | S Pass Basic/Tier 1 levy: SGD 550 per month. | Increased to SGD 650 per month. | September 1, 2025 |
Disclaimer: The information in this table is for reference only. Please check with the
Ministry of Manpower (MOM) Singapore for the latest updates.