Quick answer
Holding a Work Permit does not automatically confer EP eligibility. The employer should assess the proposed role, salary and documents under EP criteria, while separately planning the existing pass expiry and transition.
Official basis: MOM ↗
What to check
| Item | Check or action |
|---|---|
| 个人条件 / Candidate | Update experience and applicable eligibility |
| 新岗位 / Proposed role | Check EP salary and COMPASS |
| 身份衔接 / Transition | Plan the existing pass and new application separately |
Check Singapore EP eligibility
Review the candidate’s proposed employment, age-specific qualifying salary and COMPASS position. Use MOM’s Self-Assessment Tool rather than assuming that existing Work Permit status establishes Singapore EP eligibility.
Existing permit conditions
Until the work authorisation changes, the Work Permit restricts work to its stated employer, occupation and sector. It does not permit the holder to start or run another business.
Practical preparation
Coordinate the application and any permit cancellation or issuance with the employer and follow MOM’s case instructions. Do not treat a pending Singapore EP application as permission to start a different job.
Official sources
This independent summary by Apex Gateway is based on the official English guidance linked below. Refer to the source for the full requirements and subsequent updates.
Frequently asked question
Can a Work Permit be automatically converted to an EP?
Holding a Work Permit does not automatically confer EP eligibility. The employer should assess the proposed role, salary and documents under EP criteria, while separately planning the existing pass expiry and transition.