Guide to Singapore Training Employment Pass

2026-10-01

The Training Employment Pass (TEP), often referred to as the training version of the Employment Pass (EP), is a short-term training pass issued by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM). It is designed for students from recognised overseas tertiary institutions or eligible employees of foreign affiliate companies, enabling them to undertake skill enhancement programmes and internships with hands-on learning and work exposure in Singapore.

Eligibility Criteria

1. For students: Must be enrolled at a recognised educational institution, and the training programme in Singapore must form part of their academic curriculum; OR earn a fixed monthly salary of at least S$3,000.

2. For employees of overseas affiliate companies: Must receive a fixed monthly salary of at least S$3,000.

3. No foreign worker levy or quota requirements apply to TEP holders.

Pass Validity

The TEP is valid for a maximum of 3 months. It cannot be renewed, and reapplication is not permitted.

Pass Entitlements

TEP holders are not eligible to apply for dependent passes for family members, nor can they apply for Singapore Permanent Residence (PR).

Who Submits the Application?

In most cases, the sponsoring employer submits the TEP application.

Required Documents

1. Passport bio-data page of the applicant. If the name stated on the passport differs from that on other supporting documents, an explanatory letter together with supporting proof must be provided.

2. Detailed training plan, including training objectives, programme type, venue and duration.

Note: All non-English documents must be translated. Original documents combined with translated versions are to be submitted together.

Application Process

1. The employer submits the application online and obtains an In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter. The review normally takes up to 6 weeks.

2. The applicant prepares for entry to Singapore in compliance with the latest travel and entry requirements.

Official reference:https://www.ica.gov.sg/enter-transit-depart/entering-singapore

3. After approval, the employer proceeds to get the pass issued, upon which a notification letter will be issued.

4. If biometric registration (fingerprints and photograph capture) is required as stated in the notification letter, the employer must book an appointment within 2 weeks. The applicant must bring the original passport, appointment letter, notification letter and a mobile phone with a Singapore local SIM card, Singpass and SGWorkPass apps installed.

5. The applicant sets up the digital work pass.

6. Collect the physical pass once biometric registration or document verification is completed.

Fees

- Application submission: S$105

- Pass issuance: S$225

- Multiple Journey Visa (if applicable): S$30

Skyline Business Singapore was founded in 2013. Registered officially with the Ministry of Manpower, we hold valid qualifications to assist with pass applications. Our team boasts extensive experience across Singapore’s full suite of work passes. We deliver professional and efficient services for EP, SP, WP, Self-Employed EP, DP and LTVP applications. For enquiries about work pass services, reach out to Skyline Business via WeChat.

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