Quick answer
Eligible EP holders can arrange separate applications for family members. The general salary threshold is S$6,000 a month and the parents category requires S$12,000. The relationship determines DP or LTVP eligibility.
Official basis: MOM ↗
What to check
| Item | Check or action |
|---|---|
| 合法配偶、未满21岁未婚子女 / Spouse and unmarried children under 21 | DP when eligible |
| 其他适用亲属 / Other eligible relatives | Check LTVP against MOM’s relationship categories |
| 父母 / Parents | Check the S$12,000 salary condition and other requirements |
Sponsor salary
The sponsor must hold a Singapore EP and earn at least S$6,000 monthly for the usual spouse and child categories. Bringing parents requires at least S$12,000. Do not confuse the family threshold with the age- and sector-adjusted minimum salary needed to qualify for the Singapore EP itself.
Family members and pass types
The official relationship categories and pass types are shown below. Each family member needs a separate application.
| Family member | Pass |
|---|---|
| Legally married spouse | Dependant’s Pass |
| Unmarried child under 21, including legally adopted | Dependant’s Pass |
| Common-law spouse | Long-Term Visit Pass |
| Unmarried disabled child aged 21 or above | Long-Term Visit Pass |
| Unmarried stepchild under 21 | Long-Term Visit Pass |
| Parents; sponsor at least S$12,000 monthly | Long-Term Visit Pass |
Application responsibility
The Singapore EP employer submits each application. It may be submitted together with the Singapore EP application or separately; the linked DP and LTVP instructions determine the detailed documents and process. Eligibility to sponsor does not mean a family member already has permission to live or work in Singapore.
Official source
Written independently from official MOM source material.
Frequently asked question
Which family members can join an EP holder in Singapore?
Eligible EP holders can arrange separate applications for family members. The general salary threshold is S$6,000 a month and the parents category requires S$12,000. The relationship determines DP or LTVP eligibility.