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ONE Pass

A 5-year personalised work pass for top global talent earning at least S$30,000/month, allowing simultaneous work for multiple Singapore companies.

Estimated Cost

$264

Processing Time

~21 days

Validity

60 months

Description

The Overseas Networks & Expertise (ONE) Pass is Singapore's highest-tier work authorisation, targeting elite international talent across all sectors including business, arts and culture, sports, and academia. The pass is individual-tied (not employer-tied), allowing holders to be employed by, run, and start multiple companies in Singapore simultaneously. Spouses of ONE Pass holders receive an automatic Letter of Consent to work in Singapore. The pass is valid for 5 years and renewable for 5 years at a time provided renewal conditions are met.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-03-04

Timeline

Processing Time
14 days – 28 days

Average: 21 days

Visa Validity
5 years

Path to Residency

Path to Citizenship

~5 years

Eligibility

Education:NoneMin Income:$22,000/yr

Requirements

Fixed monthly salary >= S$30,000*

Either last drawn for 12 consecutive months abroad, or prospective salary from a Singapore employer. Salary must come from a single employer. Employer must have market cap >= US$500M or annual revenue >= US$200M.

Valid passport*

Optional

Outstanding achievement (alternative route)

Demonstrated excellence in sports, arts & culture, academia/research as assessed by relevant government agencies (MCCY, MOE, NRF, A*STAR). Not required if salary route is met.

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee (non-refundable)$77One-time
Pass issuance fee$165Recurring
Multiple Journey Visa(optional)$22One-time
Estimated Total$264