Work Pass

Letter of Consent Application

The Letter of Consent serves as a working pass for eligible Long Term Visit Pass holders who wish to work in Singapore. No foreign worker levy or quota is required to hire a Letter of Consent holder.


An eligible Dependent Pass holder can also apply for a Letter of Consent if they wish to operate a business in Singapore.


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Eligibility Criteria to Apply for Letter of Consent (LOC)

To be eligible for a Letter of Consent, you need to be one of the following:

  1. An LTVP/LTVP+ holder who is married to a Singaporean or Singapore Permanent Resident.
  2. An unmarried child (under 21 years old) of a Singaporean or PR, who holds an LTVP.

Note : You can only begin working after the employer has received the LOC.

Eligibility for LOC for Dependant Pass holders who wish to operate a business

To be eligible to apply for an LOC, you need to be one of the following types of business owner:

  1. The sole proprietor of an ACRA-registered business.
  2. A partner of an ACRA-registered business.
  3. A company director with at least 30% shareholding in an ACRA-registered business.
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LOC Application Package
  • Verify the candidate eligibility
  • Collate and Verify documents according to MOM requirements
  • Fill up the Letter of Consent (LOC) Application Form online
  • Handle documentation and other relevant information needed prior to submission
  • Liaise with the applicant regarding the other requirements (if needed)
  • Provide the Outcome in a timely manner

Note: Excluding MOM fee

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Steps To Apply for Dependant's Pass
Step 1
Consultation with an expert

Undergo a free consultation with us. We will also assess your profile to check your eligibility.

Step 2
Preparation of Documents

We will advise what documents you need to submit depending on the pass you are holding.

Step 3
Submission of LOC Application

After completing your documents, we will then submit your application online.

Step 4
Check the Application Status

We will also check your application status after 1 week. It may take longer if additional information is required.

Step 5
Receive the Outcome

If the pass is approved, we will send you the outcome.

Step 6
Start Working

You can start working or operating your business once you receive your LOC.

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FAQs About Applying For Letter of Consent

A Letter of Consent (LOC) is a document issued by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) that allows certain eligible pass holders to work in Singapore.
It is primarily for LTVP/LTVP+ holders who are spouses or unmarried children of Singapore Citizens or PRs, and Dependant’s Pass (DP) holders who wish to operate a business as a sole proprietor, partner, or company director.

For LTVP/LTVP+ holders, the duration of the LOC is typically tied to the validity of your Long-Term Visit Pass. When your LTVP/LTVP+ is renewed, you must also apply for a new LOC to continue working.

For DP holders (specifically those running a business), the LOC remains valid as long as your Dependant’s Pass is valid. If the main pass holder’s (EP/SP holder) pass is cancelled or expires, your DP and the associated LOC will also become invalid.

No. An LOC application must be submitted by the employer (if you are an employee) or by a certified employment agency or the company secretary (if you are a business owner/director). You cannot apply for it on your own behalf as an individual.
Most LOC applications are processed within 1 to 10 working days. However, some cases may take longer if additional information or verification is required by MOM.

Yes. If you are an LTVP/LTVP+ holder or an eligible DP holder, you can be appointed as a director. However, you must ensure your LOC specifically reflects your role as a director in that particular company to remain compliant with MOM regulations.

Unlike the Employment Pass (EP) or S Pass, there is no official minimum salary requirement set by MOM for an LOC. The salary is usually determined by the agreement between the employer and the employee.
No. One of the biggest advantages of the LOC is that employers are not subject to a foreign worker quota or monthly levy. This makes LOC holders very attractive to local businesses and startups.
While you cannot apply for PR based on the LOC itself, you can apply as a spouse of a Singapore Citizen or PR (which is how you got your LTVP/DP in the first place). Your employment under an LOC serves as strong evidence of your economic contribution and integration into the local workforce, which can help your PR case.
Generally, an individual can only hold one LOC for one specific job at a time. If you wish to change jobs or work for another company, a new LOC application must be submitted by the new employer, and the previous one must be cancelled.
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