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Work Holiday Pass

A 6-month work-and-holiday pass for students and recent graduates aged 18-25 from eligible countries, capped at 2,000 active holders.

Estimated Cost

$150

Processing Time

~21 days

Validity

6 months

Description

The Work Holiday Pass (WHP) under the Work Holiday Programme allows young foreign nationals (students and recent graduates) from select countries to work and holiday in Singapore for up to 6 months. The pass is issued only once per person and is non-renewable. Only 2,000 participants may hold the pass at any one time. Holders can work in most industries but regulated professions (medicine, pharmacy, law, engineering) require prior local licensing.

Official informationLast updated: 2026-03-04

Timeline

Processing Time
14 days – 21 days

Average: 21 days

Visa Validity
6 months

No Residency Path

No Citizenship Path

Eligibility

Education:NoneAge:18+, under 25

Requirements

Age between 18 and 25 years old*

Student or recent graduate of a university in an eligible country*

Eligible countries include Australia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Netherlands, and other designated bilateral partner countries. Applicants must be currently enrolled or have recently graduated.

Valid passport from an eligible country*

Proof of student/graduate status*

Cost Breakdown

FeeAmountType
Application fee (non-refundable)$77One-time
Pass issuance fee$73One-time
Estimated Total$150