Tech.Pass
In early 2020, the Singapore Economic Development Board announced the launch of a new type of visa called Tech.Pass. The aim is to attract top global tech talent to Singapore, promoting the development of Singapore’s tech ecosystem and further solidifying its leading position as a regional tech hub.
Tech.Pass Rights
Can establish and operate one or more technology enterprises in Singapore; be employed at any time by one or more Singapore companies; switch between roles as an employee and an entrepreneur
Can serve as a consultant or mentor at local higher education institutions, become an investor and director of one or more Singapore companies.
Can apply to the Singapore Ministry of Manpower for Dependant Pass or Long-Term Visit Pass for spouse, children under 21 years old, and parents. Permanent Residency (PR) can be applied together before the visa expires
Applicable people
Founders or Senior Executives of Tech Companies
Experienced Tech Professionals
Researchers and Innovators in Technology
C-suite Leaders from Global or High-Growth Tech Companies
Application Criteria
Have a last drawn fixed monthly salary (in the last 1 year) of at least S$22,500 ,
or its equivalent in a foreign currency. Candidates or business owners with other sources of income including non-cash components will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
AND
Have at least 5 cumulative years of experience in a leading role in
(i) A tech company with a valuation/market capitalisation of at least US$500mil or at least US$30mil funding raised or
(ii) A tech venture capital firm with at least US$500mil in assets under management (AUM).
Updating Criteria
Have earned at least S$270,000 in assessable income based on the latest Notice of Assessment from IRAS (can be made up of salaries and / or business income);
OR
Demonstrate total annual business spending of at least S$100,000 and employ at least 1 local PME1 or 3 LQS2.3
OR
Incorporated a business entity in Singapore with a digital or technology offering as your core product which has secured more than US$10mil (cumulative) in investment funding in the past 36 months AND received funding (no minimum amount) from programme-recognised investment firms.
1 Local PMEs refer to professionals, managers, and executives who are Singaporeans or Singapore Permanent Residents, earn a fixed monthly salary of at least S$3,900 and receive CPF contributions for at least 3 months, as aligned with the definition in the EntrePass renewal criteria.
2 LQS refers to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents who earn a monthly salary of at least S$1,600 and receive CPF contributions for at least 3 months, as aligned with the definition in the EntrePass renewal criteria.
3 You are eligible as a business owner or founder if your company is registered with ACRA as a private limited company, and you own at least 30% shareholding of the company and can provide proof of ongoing business activity, as aligned with the EntrePass renewal criteria.
Validity Period
2 years，only valid for a one-time renewal
Application Process
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