A Singapore Dependant’s Pass (DP) is a visa issued to certain family members of Employment Pass and S Pass holders. It allows them to stay in Singapore for up to 2 years, depending on the validity of the main work pass. Dependant’s Pass holders can also operate a business in Singapore.
DP holders can apply for permanent residence (PR) in Singapore together with the Singapore main work visa holder in due course.
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Employment Pass and S Pass holders must fulfil the following requirements in order to be eligible to apply for a Dependant’s Pass for their family members:
If the pass holder meets the above requirements, the following family members are eligible to apply for a Dependant’s Pass:
Note: Other family members not listed may be eligible for a Long Term Visit Pass instead.
Note : Excluding MOM fee
The following documents are required for the application of Dependant’s Pass:
Note: all documents must be in English or with an English translation done by a certified translation body.
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We will send you the checklist of documents you need to prepare prior to submitting your application.
We will then submit your application. It can be submitted along with the main pass holder’s application or at a later date.
Upon approval, an in-principle approval (IPA) letter will be issued. It serves as a pre-approved single entry visa for the dependent to enter Singapore.
The dependent must visit Singapore within 2 months (for dependents of S Pass holder) or 6 months (for dependents of Employment Pass holder) to request for the issuing of Dependant’s Pass.
Upon receiving the notification letter, the dependant must register his or her fingerprints and complete photo-taking at the stated MOM centre. The DP card will be delivered within 4 business days.
Dependent Pass holders will need to apply for an Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit if they wish to work in Singapore.
No, you don’t have to cancel your Dependent Pass because the validity period of your Work Permit is tied to your Dependant’s Pass.
Legally married spouse or unmarried children under 21 years of eligible Employment Pass or S Pass holders.
Dependant Pass holders who get an Employment Pass or S Pass are required to cancel the Dependant’s Pass.
Dependent Passes are valid as long as the holder of the main work visa is active.
In the event that the Dependant’s Pass application is unsuccessful, the applicant can file an appeal within 90 days of the rejection notice. The appeal will take at least 3 weeks to process.