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Covid-19: Singapore eases border restrictions for long-term pass holders and visitors

24 February 2022

Long-term pass holders

Entry approval requirements have been removed for all fully vaccinated long-term pass holders (“ LTPHs ”) except work permit holders (“ eligible pass holders ”) from Monday, 21 February 2022, 2359 hours (Singapore Time).

Eligible pass holders entering on Vaccinated Travel Lanes (“ VTLs ”) do not need to apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (“ VTP ”). Eligible pass holders entering via non-VTL channels (e.g. Work Pass Holder General Lane, Student’s Pass Holder Lane) also do not need to apply for an entry approval but have to adhere to the prevailing immigration entry requirements and health protocols.

All eligible pass holders must produce their long-term pass/in-principle approval letter and proof of vaccination status/exemption for entry to Singapore. Individuals below the age of 12 are able to enter without proof of vaccination if (i) they are accompanied by a fully vaccinated VTL traveller; or (ii) they are entering via the Student’s Pass Holder Lane. Individuals below the age of 18 are able to enter without proof of vaccination if they are entering via the Work Pass Holder General Lane. Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated individuals aged 12 to 17 years old at the point of arrival can enter without proof of vaccination on the condition that they complete the full vaccination regimen within two months after they arrive in Singapore. Pass holders who are medically ineligible for vaccination may appeal for exemption from the vaccination requirement, supported by a doctor’s memo. The proof of exemption is to be presented prior to boarding.

Pass holders need to adhere to the prevailing immigration entry requirements and border health measures in Singapore, including testing and Stay-Home Notice (“ SHN ”) requirements. Pass holders continue to be responsible for all costs associated with fulfilling border health measures, including Covid-19 tests and charges for SHN at dedicated SHN facilities.

A summary of changes to entry approval requirements for LTPH arrivals from 21 February 2022, 2359 hours can be found in the table set out in the Ministry of Manpower (“ MOM ”) Removal of entry approval requirements for certain eligible long-term pass holders (LTPH) press release.

Details on entry requirements and health protocols under VTL and non-VTL SafeTravel Lanes can be found on the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (“ ICA ”) SafeTravel website.

Short-term visitors

Travellers making short-term visits to Singapore from prescribed countries/regions may enter via the Vaccinated Travel Lane (Air) , Vaccinated Travel Lane (Sea) , Air Travel Pass , and Reciprocal Green Lane . Entry approvals are required.

Up-to-date information is available on th e ICA Travelling to Singapore webpage.

Migrant workers in construction, marine and process sectors

S Pass holders from the construction, marine and process (“ CMP ”) sectors also no longer need to obtain entry approvals to enter Singapore from Monday, 21 February 2022, 2359 hours . They are allowed to arrive via the VTLs and do not need to apply for a VTP. These S Pass holders must adhere to the prevailing border health measures on entry, similar to other travellers. However, they no longer need to report to the MOM Onboard centre to undergo their SHN and onboarding requirements, and can verify their overseas vaccination records at the General Practitioner (GP) clinics.

Up-to-date information is available on th e MOM Advisory to employers - Updated on-arrival and onboarding requirements for migrant workers in the construction, marine and process sectors from 21 February 2022, 2359 hours advisory (“ MOM advisory to employers ”).

Revised on-arrival tests for migrant workers arriving from category I countries / regions or via VTL  

Employers may refer to the updated categories of countries or regions on the MOM Entry approval requirements to bring construction, marine shipyard or process sector workers into Singapore webpage.

CMP migrant workers arriving via VTL (for S Pass holders only) or from category I countries / regions will no longer need to perform an on-arrival Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test. Instead, they will need to report to a Quick Test Centre or Combined Test Centre within 24 hours of arrival to take a supervised self-swab (SSS) Antigen Rapid Test (ART).

The SHN duration has been standardised to seven days across all country / region categories. CMP Work Permit holders are required to report to the MOM Onboard centre upon arrival.

MOM will inform employers on the required arrangement for their migrant workers prior to their intended arrival date. However, the actual SHN and onboarding arrangement can only be confirmed after the workers arrive in Singapore, as it depends on the verification of their vaccination and recovered documentation at check-in and arrival immigration.

Up-to-date information is available on th e MOM advisory to employers .

Employers may refer to the MOM list of documentation to be presented at check-in and arrival immigration to check whether their migrant workers meet the fully vaccinated and recently recovered criteria.  

Health and travel declaration submission

All travellers must continue to submit a health and travel declaration via the SG Arrival Card e-Service prior to their arrival and are required to provide their health status and recent travel history, as well as personal particulars and contact details.

Reference materials

The following advisories and webpage are available from the MOM website www.mom.gov.sg and ICA website www.ica.gov.sg :

• MOM: Removal of entry approval requirements for certain eligible long-term pass holders (LTPH)
• ICA webpage: Work Pass Holder Lane
• ICA SafeTravel webpage
• MOM webpage: Entry approval requirements to bring construction, marine shipyard or process sector workers into Singapore
• MOM advisory to employers - Updated on-arrival and onboarding requirements for migrant workers in the construction, marine and process sectors from 21 February 2022, 2359 hours

Further information

Allen & Gledhill has a Covid-19 Resource Centre on our website www.allenandgledhill.com that contains knowhow and materials on legal and regulatory aspects of the Covid-19 crisis.

In addition, we have a cross-disciplinary Covid-19 Legal Task Force consisting of Partners across various practice areas to provide rapid assistance. Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us at [email protected] .

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Table of Contents

• What vaccines are accepted for ingestion in the NIR?
• How can I get my overseas vaccination records ingested?
• What should I bring to the clinic to ingest my overseas vaccination records?
• How can I check my vaccination records?
• Are the vaccine doses I have received valid?
• Do I need to restart my vaccination if I am late for any of my vaccine doses?
• How can I receive more doses if I need to or wish to?

Overseas Vaccination Records

For the purpose of ingesting the vaccination records into the NIR, all vaccination doses can be accepted, regardless of how long ago they were taken. Combinations of different WHO EUL vaccines can also be accepted.

If you have a vaccination document (may be in a hardcopy or digital format) You may visit any of the following locations to have your records verified and ingested:

a) Any Joint Testing and Vaccination Centre (JTVC) on Mondays to Fridays from 9am to 6.30pm

• To locate these JTVCs, please click here

b) Any clinic that offers this as a service.

• A non-exhaustive list of such clinics can be found by using this link . Please call ahead to check if your preferred clinic offers this service and to book an appointment if needed. Please note that polyclinics do not provide this service.
• Clinics will charge a fee for the time and manpower needed to provide this service and handle the ingestion of records. 

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Singapore Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP): Beginners’ Handbook

Wish to stay in Singapore for an extended period of time to spend time with your family? Find out how you can do so and stay in Singapore for up to two years with the Long Term Visit Pass.

If you're a foreign national but wish to stay in Singapore for over 30 days, you will have to obtain a Long Term Visit Pass (LVTP).

With an LTVP, you can stay in Singapore for a period of up to two years, and the pass can be renewed for subsequent periods. The LTVP is different from other types of visas in Singapore, such as the Employment Pass, which is issued to foreign professionals, managers, and executives who are employed by Singapore companies; or the Student Pass, which is issued to foreign students who wish to study in Singapore.

In a nutshell, the LTVP Singapore is specifically designed for those who wish to stay in Singapore for a longer period of time without having to apply for a new visa every few months.

Read on for our comprehensive guide on everything you need to know about LVTP, including its eligibility, conditions, application process, and requirements.

What Is a Long Term Visit Pass in Singapore?

According to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), a Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) in Singapore is a type of visa issued to foreigners who wish to stay in Singapore for an extended period of time to visit their family members who are Singapore citizens or permanent residents, or for other long-term purposes such as employment, business, or study.

The Long-Term Visit Pass is meant for a common-law partner, step-child, or handicapped child of an Employment Pass or S Pass holder. Pass holders who earn over S$12,000 can also get a pass for their parents.

To apply for a LTVP, the applicant must be sponsored by a Singapore citizen or permanent resident who is either a spouse, parent, child or grandchild. The sponsor must also meet certain eligibility criteria, such as income and housing requirements. The application process for the LTVP can be done online or at a Singapore embassy or consulate overseas, and typically takes several weeks to process.

What Is LTVP+?

Also known as the Singapore Long Term Visit Pass Plus , the LTVP+ allows holders to stay in Singapore for three years, and can be subsequently renewed for up to five years per renewal. This is applicable to spouses of Singaporean citizens or Permanent Residents. Additionally, LTVP+ holders can enjoy health and employment benefits.

Nonetheless, LTVP+’s eligibility conditions include having at least one child who is Singaporean. If you do not have a child, you could still be eligible if you have been married for at least three years.

Types of Long Term Visit Pass

There are two types of LTVP available in Singapore – namely the ones issued by the Singapore Immigrant and Checkpoints Authority (ICA), and the MOM.

1st Type: Issued by the ICA

The ICA issues one type of LTVP. This LTVP functions like an extension of an existing Short-Term Visit Pass. This is applicable to foreign visitors who wish to stay in Singapore for over 30 days that the Short-Term Visit Pass permits .

2nd Type: Issued by the MOM

Another type of LTVP is issued by the MOM. This is applicable to the family members of foreign employees who are not eligible for the Dependant’s Pass , but wish to live with their family members in Singapore.

Who Is Eligible To Apply for a Long Term Visit Pass in Singapore?

Depending on the type of LTVP you intend to apply, the eligibility criteria differs.

According to the ICA , you can apply for a LTVP with them if you fulfill the following conditions:

• Spouse of a Singaporean citizen;
• Spouse of a Singapore Permanent Resident;
• The dependant child (below age 21) of a Singaporean Citizen or Permanent Resident;
• The parent of a Singaporean Citizen or Permanent Resident;
• Graduate from a Higher Learning institution who wishes to be employed in Singapore;
• The mother or grandmother of a young foreigner who is studying in Singapore with a Student’s Pass;
• Foreigner seeking permission to give birth in Singapore.

If you are a foreign employee and wish to bring your family member to Singapore with an LTVP, you can do so if:

• Earn a fixed monthly income of S$6,000 based on your own income, and not the combined household income
• Your employer is a Singapore-registered, established company
• Common-law spouse
• Unmarried step-children under 21 years old
• Unmarried handicapped children 21 years old and above
• Parents – if you earn a fixed monthly income of at least S$12,000
• You hold a Singapore EntrePass

The Required Documents for a Long Term Visit Pass

To apply for your LTVP, your documents have to be in English and in their original copies. If they are not in English, the documents will have to be translated by a professional translator.

Documents for the ICA

To apply for your LTVP at the ICA, you will need:

• A photocopy of your passport bio-data page;
• Disembarkation/Embarkation (D/E) number;
• Recent passport-sized photo taken within the last three months, based on Singapore’s acceptable photo guidelines .

Additional required documents depending on the person travelling:

Documents required from the Singaporean Citizen or Permanent Resident:

• Identity Card;
• Past three years of income tax Notice of Assessment;
• Central Provident Fund (CPF) Statement for the past 12 months which reflects his/her monthly CPF contributions;
• Employment letter, reflecting the start date, position, and monthly income;
• Valid registration certificate issued by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA);
• Past 12 months of the company’s Profit and Loss Statement.

Documents for the MOM

To apply for the LTVP at the MOM , you can refer to the following table:

Can You Renew Your Singapore Long Term Visit Pass?

You can renew your Long Term Visit Pass Singapore, following the same process as your initial application.

• To renew your LTVP issued by the ICA, you will have to apply at least ten days before your current one expires.
• To renew your LTVP issued by the MOM, you will have to apply a maximum of six months before your current one expires.

However, renewing your LTVP renewal does not necessarily guarantee that you will obtain your new pass, since you will be assessed based on your eligibility and the existing criteria.

Differences Between LTVP, Employment Pass and S Pass

LTVP, Employment Pass and S Pass are all different types of work visas that allow foreigners to work and live in Singapore. However, they vary in terms of eligibility requirements, benefits, and validity period.

The LTVP is a long-term visit pass issued to foreigners who are married to Singaporean citizens or permanent residents, or who have children who are Singapore citizens or permanent residents. It allows them to stay in Singapore for extended periods of time of up to 2 years initially, and is renewable subsequently. However, it does not allow the pass holder to work in Singapore.

The Employment Pass is a work visa for foreign professionals, managers, executives, and skilled workers who are hired by a Singapore-registered company. To qualify for an Employment Pass, the applicant must have a job offer from a Singapore-based company, earn a monthly income of at least S$4,500, and possess relevant educational qualifications and work experience. The validity period of an Employment Pass is usually between 1 to 2 years, depending on the applicant's qualifications and the sponsoring company.

An S Pass is a work visa for mid-level skilled foreign employees. To qualify for an S Pass, the applicant must have a job offer from a Singapore-based company, earn a monthly minimum income of S$2,500, and have relevant qualifications and work experience. The validity period of an S Pass is usually between 1 to 2 years, depending on the applicant's qualifications and the sponsoring company.

In summary, an LTVP allows foreigners to stay in Singapore for an extended period of time, but does not allow them to work. On the other hand, an Employment Pass is meant for high-level skilled foreign professionals and managers, while an S Pass is for

mid-level skilled foreign employees. Both Employment Pass and S Pass holders are allowed to work in Singapore, with Employment Pass holders enjoying more benefits – including the ability to bring their families over and to apply for permanent residency.

Differences Between LTVP and Dependant Pass

LTVP and Dependant’s Pass are both visas issued by the Singapore government to the family members of foreigners who are living and working in Singapore. While they share some similarities, there are also some key differences between the two:

Eligibility Requirements

A Dependant Pass is issued to the legally married spouse or unmarried children (under the age of 21) of an Employment Pass or S Pass holder, while a Long-Term Visit Pass is issued to a wider range of family members, including the legally married spouse or unmarried children (under 21 years old) of a Singapore citizen, permanent resident or Employment Pass holder. The LTVP is also issued to other family members such as parents, step-parents, and handicapped children who are over 21 years old.

Dependant’s Pass holders can work in Singapore, but only if they secure their own work visa. On the other hand, LTVP holders are not allowed to work in Singapore.

Dependant’s Pass holders enjoy similar benefits as their main pass holder in terms of healthcare, education and access to housing. They can also apply for permanent residency. However, LTVP holders are not entitled to the same benefits as Dependant’s Pass holders, but they are eligible to stay in Singapore for a longer period of time and have more flexibility in terms of their stay in the country.

Validity Period

A Dependant’s Pass is usually valid for the same duration as the main pass holder's work visa. For instance, if the main pass holder has an Employment Pass that is valid for 2 years, the Dependant’s Pass will also be valid for 2 years. In comparison, an LTVP can be issued for up to 2 years initially, and is renewable thereafter.

In summary , the main difference between LTVP and Dependant’s Pass lies in the eligibility requirements, validity period and employment opportunities. Dependant’s Pass is only available for family members of Employment Pass or S Pass holders while LTVP is available for a wider range of family members, and Dependant’s Pass holders can work with a separate work visa, while LTVP holders are not allowed to work in Singapore.

The Required Steps of Applying for the Long Term Visit Pass

Gather the required documents and complete the application form . Upon submission of your application, you can expect a notification from the MOM.

Once you have successfully completed this step, you will obtain the in-principle letter of approval. Afterwards, you should bring your family members over. When you are all in Singapore, you will have to obtain a pass issued for your family members.

How to apply for a long term visit pass:

Pre-approved Letter of Consent (PLOC)

The Pre-approved Letter of Consent (PLOC) is a document introduced by the MOM, and allows the holder to work in Singapore legally.

The PLOC does not require you to have a job offer secured, yet remains effective so long as your LTVP or LVTP+ remain valid. This means that in the event that your LTVP or LTVP+ expires, your PLOC also becomes invalid.

To be eligible for a PLOC application, you are required to have a spouse or unmarried child of a Singaporean citizen or permanent resident. Otherwise, you can also have an LTVP or LTVP+ to be eligible for the application. If you are unable to apply for a PLOC but wish to work in Singapore, you will have to apply for a Letter of Consent through your company.

Letter of Consent (LOC)

Unlike the PLOC, the Letter of Consent (LOC) requires you to have secured a job offer prior to applying. Granted by the MOM, this letter provides you the right to legally work for a Singapore-registered business. There is no limit to the number of employees a Singapore-registered business can employ, which makes LOC holders appealing employment prospects.

To be eligible for a LOC, you will need to have a Dependant’s Pass that is tied to an Employment Pass holder, EntrePass, or be a holder of a Personalized Employment Pass (PEP) that is valid for a minimum of 3 months from the application date.

Alternatively, you can also possess a LTVP that is tied to a Singaporean Citizen or Permanent Resident, that is valid for a minimum of 3 months.

Employment Pass

Holders of the LTVP and Dependant’s Pass can also  apply for the Employment Pass, other than their family member with the main work permit.

With an Employment Pass, there is more flexibility – in fact, the pass holder can even hold directorial roles in a Singapore-registered business.

Holders of the LTVP and Dependant’s Pass with an Employment Pass can also freely renew and cancel the pass, without being affected by the main family member.  

Find out more about Singapore PR renewal criteria .

To Round Off

In conclusion, the Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) in Singapore is an important visa option for family members of Singaporean citizens, Permanent Residents, or work visa holders who want to stay in the country for an extended period of time. The LTVP allows family members to stay in Singapore for up to two years initially, with the possibility of renewal.

Although LTVP holders are not permitted to work in Singapore, they can enjoy the country's high standard of living, healthcare, education, and other benefits. The application process for the LTVP involves determining eligibility, submitting an online application, paying a fee, undergoing a medical examination, and collecting the LTVP.

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How Much Does the Application Cost?

There is a non-refundable application fee of S$30 for each submitted application. Payment can be done online using a credit card.

Once your LTVP is approved, you are required to pay S$60 for the pass itself. Additionally, you may also have to pay for other applicable fees depending on your situation.

What Does the Application Process Look Like?

The application process is relatively easy. Simply gather the necessary documents, complete the application, and submit them. In a few weeks’ time, you will either receive a notification about your acceptance or rejection. If your application is approved, you will obtain the in-principle approval letter. Subsequently, bring your sponsored family member over to Singapore, and have their pass issued with the authority.

Can I Extend or Cancel My Application?

To extend your LTVP , you will have to repeat the same process as your initial LTVP application. However, this does not necessarily guarantee that you will obtain your new pass, since you will be assessed based on your eligibility and the existing criteria.

To cancel your LTVP , log onto the Employment Pass Online portal and hover over to the LTVP section. You can then cancel your LTVP in just a few clicks. If you’re the person cancelling the LTVP, it will be immediately cancelled. If your employer is cancelling your visa, it could take some time for your LTVP to be cancelled.

In the event that your family member no longer requires the LTVP, you have to cancel it and return the card to the issuing authority. This cancellation is immediate and does not incur any fees.

How Long Is the Long Term Visit Pass Valid for?

The LTVP has a validity of up to two years, depending on your reason of application. If you wish to join a family member who is a foreign employee in Singapore, your Pass will have the same validity period as their Employment Pass.

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Work passes for holders of Long-Term Visit Passes issued by ICA

If you are holding a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) issued by Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA), you can work in Singapore only if you get a work pass.

• You are not allowed to work in objectionable occupations such as a dance hostess or a masseur.
• Your LTVP should have a validity of at least 4 months remaining if you wish to apply for a Work Permit.

Spouses and children under 21 years old of Singaporeans and PRs

Holding ltvp or ltvp+.

If you are holding a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP or LTVP+) issued by ICA, you can work in Singapore if you get a Letter of Consent (LOC) .

You first need to find a job in Singapore and get the employer to apply for an LOC for you.

LTVP and LTVP+ holders are not affected by the changes to the work arrangements of Dependant’s Pass holders .

Apply or renew LTVP or LTVP+

If you are applying for, or renewing, your LTVP or LTVP+ with ICA, you will be given the option to apply for a Pre-approved Letter of Consent (PLOC).

The PLOC allows LTVP or LTVP+ holders to work in Singapore without the need to find a job first.

Note: PLOC holders are not allowed to work in some restricted occupation such as journalist, editor, sub-editor, producer, or in any religious occupation. To work in these occupations, your prospective employer need to apply for an LOC .

Other family members of Singaporeans and permanent residents

Parents or parents-in-law of Singaporeans and permanent residents who are holding an LTVP can work in Singapore on a Work Permit . They will only be counted under the employer's overall quota.

The rest of family members who are not holding an LTVP will need to qualify for an Employment Pass , S Pass or Work Permit on their own merit to work in Singapore.

Parents accompanying a child studying in Singapore

If you are a Long-Term Visit Pass holder accompanying a child who is studying in Singapore, you are not allowed to work during your first year here.

This is to encourage you to spend more time with your child and help him or her adjust to Singapore's education system.

After you have been in Singapore for a year, you can find a job and your employer can apply for a Work Permit for you. Your employer needs to apply for the permit using WP Online .

Under the Work Permit, you are:

• Able to work in any sector.
• Not subject to source country restriction.
• Only counted under your employer's overall quota.
• Subject to the foreign worker levy .
• Not allowed to work in objectionable occupations (bar or dance hostess, masseur, etc.).

You will need these documents to apply for a Work Permit :

• Copy of the child’s student pass.
• Copy of the child’s birth certificate.
• Letter from the child's school indicating your child's current education level.
• Copy of your current LTVP.
• Copy of your passport personal particulars page.

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Long Term Visit Pass Holders – What type of insurance is suitable?

Me: So your mother is coming over from Malaysia to help take care of your child?

Client: Yeah. Infant care in this area is full!  If not, there is no one else to help us look after him. Thankfully, I managed to successfully apply for a Long Term Visit Pass for her from ICA.

Me: Oh great. With that you can go and work with a peace of mind.

Client: Actually I have another concern. What will happen if my mother falls sick and needs to be admitted to a hospital? She doesn’t have any insurance coverage over here.

Me: Don’t worry about that. Let me share with you the planning that can ease your concern.

This conversation is not a unique one-off discussion.  Over the past year, I’ve had 5 such conversations with clients and each are justifiably happy and concerned at the same time.  They are happy to be able to have family support at a time when their children are young yet at the same time, concerned because their parents are uninsured while they are here for the foreseeable future.

What is a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP)?

A Long-Term Visit Pass (“LTVP”) allows a foreigner to have a long term stay in Singapore.

Foreigners may apply for LTVP under one of the following schemes:

• Visitor whose spouse is a Singapore Citizen.
• Visitor whose spouse is a Singapore Permanent Resident.
• Visitor (below 21 years old) whose parent is a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident.
• Visitor whose child (above the age of 21) is a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident.
• Visitors who are students of institute of higher learning seeking employment in Singapore.
• Female visitor whose child/grandchild is studying in Singapore on a student’s pass.
• Visitor seeking permission to deliver a child in Singapore.

Source: https://www.ica.gov.sg/services_centre_overview.aspx?pageid=376

Many people with Long Term Visit Pass have good reasons to stay in Singapore and generally, they intend to stay for at least a few years.  At the same time, the insurance that they have may not provide coverage for their stay in Singapore.  Without this risk management planning, they can be vulnerable to a financial disaster if they were to fall sick and needs to be hospitalised.

While LTVP holders do not enjoy MediShield Life insurance coverage or receive the same level of government subsidies that Singaporeans and Permanent Residents are entitled to, they are still subjected to the same health risks and this can be a real concern for LTVP holders and their family members.  Fortunately, there are certain insurance plans that covers people on LTVP and in some cases, can be funded from CPF savings of their family members who are Singaporeans or Permanent Residents.

If you have family members who are on LTVP and you are concerned about their financial well-being when it comes to financial protection against potential medical bills, read on for some ideas on how to plan for your loved ones.

Here are 3 types of insurance that you can consider when planning for your loved ones who are on Long-Term Visit Pass.

1. hospitalisation protection plan.

We all understand that getting medical attention and being hospitalised as a foreigner is not going to be easy on the wallet. The option of being covered with an international health insurance plan may cost a bomb and be an overkill.

One little known option is that LTVP holders can be covered under the CPF Integrated Plans and have a portion or all of the premium paid for using the CPF savings of a family member.  This may be a cost effective way to have comprehensive hospitalisation insurance coverage.

Did you know? LTVP+ holders are eligible for healthcare subsidies for inpatient services only at Restructured Hospitals and institutions (RHIs). The levels of inpatient subsidy will depend on the choice of ward class, and will be similar to the corresponding subsidy levels for Permanent Resident (PR) patients. LTVP+ holders are, however, not eligible for subsidies for day surgery, specialist outpatient clinics (SOCs) and polyclinics services. Source: https://www.ica.gov.sg/news_details.aspx?nid=12665

2. Personal Accident Plan

Accidents can happen to anyone at any time. LTVP holders are able to be covered with a personal accident plan if they are concerned about medical bills arising from accidents. In my opinion, a comprehensive accident plan should provide benefits beyond accidental death and permanent disability benefits. It should also provide insurance benefits for reimbursement of medical treatment due to accident, Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment (TCM) and other “accident” events such as food poisoning and dengue fever.

A personal accident plan can serve as a good compliment to an exisiting hospitalisation plan to cover outpatient treatments arising from accidents.

3. Critical Illness Protection Plan

Critical illness is one of the major concerns that many of my clients have. We can all understand the financial impact that a stroke or cancer can have on someone. Medical bills, loss of income and the need for having a full time care taker are some of the consequences that a critical illness can bring.

There are many types of plan that covers critical illness such as Whole Life insurance (with critical illness rider attached), Term insurance (with critical illness rider attached) or Standalone critical illness policies.

Here are a few questions that can help you to decide on what type of plan is more suitable:

1. How long do I intend to be covered? If the period is short, a term policy may be more suitable.

2. What type of protection do I need? If there is a preference for comprehensive coverage, consider a plan that covers early stage critical illnesses.

3. Am I going to stay in Singapore in the near future? If there is an intention to stay for the long term, a whole-life plan may be considered.

Is this what you have been hearing from….somewhere or someone?

Often there are people who mentioned that foreigners cannot buy life insurance in Singapore.  That is not necessarily true as there are plans that are available in the market that are meant for those who are residing in Singapore on valid passes, even if they are foreigners.

However, there are qualifying criteria to be met in order to purchase the plan. An example is that the passes need to have at least 6 months validity. In some cases, the type of passes will also have an implication on what type of plans are eligible for the applicants.

Your first step is crucial in ensuring everyone have a peace of mind!

Imagine for a moment that you have a family member who have a medical condition that requires immediate medical attention and any delay can be life threatening. Your choice is to arrange for immediate medical treatment and prepare to pay for a large hospitalisation bill or risk delaying medical intervention by arranging for the family member to be sent back to the home country for medical treatment and have the bill covered by insurance. It is a difficult choice to make as we want the very best for the family member yet we may not always be financially able to ensure that it can happen.

You can avoid making this catch-22 choice by planning in advance.  While it is difficult to predict the future to foresee which of the 3 types insurance mentioned above will be more important, I will suggest that generally speaking, hospitalisation insurance should be addressed first.

When it comes to getting hospitalisation coverage, using CPF Integrated Plans is one of the most cost effective way to get cover.  You can download   this “ Guide to Hospitalisation Plan for LTVP Holders ” to help you understand better the premium range, withdrawal limits and cash outlay for LTVP holders to help you get started.

( NOTE:  Get our Guide to Hospitalisation Plan for LTVP Holders to help you understand better the premium range, withdrawal limits and cash outlay for LTVP holders to help you get started. Get your copy  here )

It is as much about them as it is about you

Making sure that the people around you is properly insured is not just for their protection, it is also for your own financial protection.  The loss of health of a family member will likely result in a direct impact on your day to day activities and having insurance plans properly set up will at the very least reduce the financial impact.

A final tip…have a conversation with the family member who is here on LTVP to see if indeed they are concerned about being properly insured.  Getting them involved in the process early will make the whole planning process more pleasurable for all involved.

Have fun planning for your risk management!

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• June 21, 2024

Singapore’s education system has frequently been touted as one of the best in Asia and among the finest globally. As such, it is unsurprising for numerous students to relocate to the country to further their studies. If you are one of them, you will require a Student Pass – Singapore’s equivalent of a student visa.

The Student Pass is also an excellent pathway for your Singapore PR application if you plan on working and residing in the country for the long term after you graduate. So, how can you qualify and apply for one? Let us help get you started on the application process so that you can have everything prepared ahead of your flight to Singapore.

Who Requires A Student Pass?

Anyone who wishes to pursue a full-time education for longer than thirty days in Singapore must possess a Student Pass, with the following exceptions:

• Your education programme lasts less than thirty days.
• You hold a valid Dependent’s Pass or Long-Term Visit Pass.
• You possess an Immigration Exemption Order (IEO). IEOs are issued to diplomats, consular representatives, military personnel, and family members.

What Are The Eligibility Criteria For A Student Pass?

You can apply for a Student Pass if you have been accepted into an approved Institute of Higher Learning in Singapore. Please note that you must be enrolled in a full-time programme. Students attending part-time, evening, or weekend classes do not qualify for a Student Pass.

Here is a list of the approved Institute of Higher Learning (IHL):

Local universities:

• National University of Singapore
• Nanyang Technological University
• Singapore Management University
• Singapore Institute of Technology
• Singapore University of Social Sciences
• Singapore University of Technology and Design

Local polytechnics:

• Nanyang Polytechnic
• Ngee Ann Polytechnic
• Republic Polytechnic
• Singapore Polytechnic
• Temasek Polytechnic

Offshore institutes with local campuses:

• École Supérieure des Sciences Economiques et Commerciales
• INSEAD (Singapore)
• SP Jain School of Global Management
• DigiPen Institute of Technology
• German Institute of Science and Technology – TUM Asia
• Sorbonne-Assas International Law School

How To Apply For A Student Pass

Like a PR application, you can apply for a Student Pass online. Your application must be submitted at least one month before the start of the semester but no earlier than two months. We recommend preparing the following documents and have them ready on hand before you apply:

• A recent, passport-sized digital photo (in colour) taken within the last three months.
• The Registration Acknowledgement Letter from the IHL.
• Your travel document biodata and birth certificate.
• Your personal information, including the list of countries you have previously resided in, your educational background, employment history, and financial support (if applicable).
• Your parents’, spouse’s, and/or siblings’ personal information (if applicable).
• Your residential address and contact details in Singapore.
• Your email address.

Please note that you can only apply for a Student Pass after you have been admitted into an approved IHL, as the IHL must kickstart the procedure by providing your personal information to the SOLAR (Student’s Pass On-Line Application and Registration) system. Let us guide you through the step-by-step process.

Step 1: Log Onto SOLAR And Complete Your Application

Log onto SOLAR with the unique application number (stated on your acceptance letter from the school) provided by your IHL and fill out eForm 16. Remember to print a copy of the completed application, as you must present the form to collect your Student Pass. You will also be required to pay a standard processing fee of S$30 before submitting your application.

Step 2: Wait For Your In-Principle Approval (IPA) Letter

After your application is processed and accepted, you will receive an IPA letter granting you entry into Singapore. This letter serves as a temporary student visa. It usually takes approximately two weeks for the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) to process an application.

Step 3: Receive A Visit Pass

Upon arriving in Singapore, present your IPA letter to immigration officials at the port of entry to receive a visit pass granting you entry into the country.

Step 4: Arrange An Appointment With ICA

Afterwards, schedule an e-appointment with ICA to collect your Student Pass. Please note that the completion of Student’s Pass formalities is strictly by e-appointment only, and ICA do not entertain student walk-ins. If the appointment date is beyond the validity of your social visit pass, you can extend it at ICA’s website.

After arriving at the ICA building, head to the Student’s Pass unit on the fourth floor to pick up your official Student Pass. Don’t forget to bring the required documents listed in your IPA letter. Upon collection, an issuance charge of S$60 is due. 

Congratulations! You are ready to take the next step in your educational journey. We wish you the best of luck in your studies. If you have long-term plans to work and reside in Singapore, you may apply for Singapore PR online under the Foreign Student Scheme (FSS) if your Student Pass is still valid. To be eligible for PR, you must reside in Singapore for more than two years at the point of your PR application and pass at least one national exam or be in the Integrated Programme.

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• Unmarried step-children under 21 years old
• Parents – only for those earning a fixed monthly salary of  at least $12,000

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• Acclime will complete the application form and will assemble the supporting documents
• Within 3 weeks from the application, and if the application is successful, the Ministry of Manpower will issue the in-principal approval letter
• After you receive the in-principal approval letter, you have the following period of time to bring your family member to Singapore before you can get the pass issued:
• Dependant of EP holder: 6 months
• Dependant of S Pass holder: 2 months
• Get the pass issued: the family member must be in Singapore when you request for the pass to be issued. When the pass is issued you will receive the notification letter.

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• Will allow your family member to travel in and out of Singapore while waiting for the pass card
• States if the foreigner needs to register to have fingerprints and photo taken
• Is  valid for 1 month from the date of issue
• Register for fingerprints and photo (if required by the notification letter) for EP dependants, within 2 weeks; for S Pass dependants, within 1 week
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Wang Ting-I wanted to be with her Singaporean boyfriend and eventually married him, but her offences were uncovered by the Manpower Ministry, which cancelled her work permit two days after her marriage.

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SINGAPORE: Wanting to enter Singapore during the COVID-19 pandemic to be with her Singaporean boyfriend, a Taiwanese woman illegally bought a "freedom work pass" from a syndicate that sold such passes to foreigners.

Although she indicated in her application for a work permit that she would be working as a clerk, she instead worked illegally as a night club hostess.

Wang Ting-I, 41, was nabbed by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) after it began investigating a series of cases where foreign nationals illegally purchased work passes from a syndicate by making false declarations in their work permit applications.

The investigations, which began in 2021, uncovered a prevalence of cases in which foreigners bought such passes to enter and remain in Singapore during the pandemic when they faced travel restrictions.

According to a judgment made available on Tuesday (Jun 25), Wang was sentenced to six weeks' jail for one count of conspiring with her boyfriend to make a false statement in her work pass application. 

A second charge of working as a hostess at a nightclub without a valid work permit for over a year was taken into consideration.

According to Wang's lawyer, Mr Ranjit Singh from Francis Khoo & Lim law firm, Wang previously worked in Singapore as a waitress or "entertainment artiste" from 2015 to July 2020.

She met her boyfriend, Derrick Ong Yong Jit, through mutual friends in September 2019, Mr Singh said.

The couple began dating in January 2020 and had a long-distance relationship after Wang had to return to Taiwan in July 2020, when her work permit extension was rejected by MOM.

This was during the COVID-19 "circuit breaker" period, when non-essential activities were not allowed.

According to Mr Singh, the couple explored avenues for Wang to return to Singapore despite the travel restrictions and circuit breaker measures.

A friend introduced them to a company known as Oleegey, which offered "freedom work permits" to foreigners for a monthly fee to maintain the levies for the work passes, said the defence lawyer.

He said the couple was "misguided and clouded by their emotions" and decided to buy the work permit so Wang could return to Singapore.

According to court documents, Ong approached an agent known only as Lin to buy the permit for Wang. He explained to Wang that this was a "freedom work permit", where she did not need to work for the company stated in the work permit.

The intention of purchasing the work permit was so Wang could stay in Singapore and be with Ong while they arranged to get married.

The application was submitted to MOM's Work Pass Division in November 2020, and Wang was later issued a work pass.

Wang and Ong paid the agent S$1,300 monthly to maintain the work pass.

However, Wang never worked as a clerk for Oleegey - a company that supposedly produces pre-cast components - as stated in her work pass.

Instead, she worked as a hostess at a nightclub along Prinsep Street one to two times a week from January 2021 to March 2022.

In total, she earned an estimated average of S$12,000 to S$24,000 through tips from her customers at the nightclub.

Wang married Ong in May 2022 in Singapore, but MOM uncovered her offences and she was arrested, with her work permit cancelled two days after she got married.

DEFENCE SOUGHT FINE, CITING PANDEMIC 

The prosecution sought six to seven weeks' jail for Wang, while the defence sought a fine of S$3,500 or not more than four weeks' jail, citing the unique circumstances caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mr Singh said his client was not "seeking to circumvent both the employment and immigration policies in Singapore to obtain employment in Singapore".

Instead, he claimed she had committed this "technical" offence only due to her deep love for Ong.

Mr Singh also said Wang worked in her friends' nightclub only to "help them out when they were short-handed and not for financial gain".

He said any jail term would have potentially "dire" consequences that are disproportionate to the mistake she made, including deportation which would separate her from Ong and prevent them from starting a family.

In response, the prosecutor said the fact that the couple got married eventually should not be given much weight.

There were previous cases where offenders pleaded guilty similarly to buying work passes to be with their loved ones.

JUDGE'S FINDINGS

District Judge Lorraine Ho said there was a prevalence of cases involving foreigners who bought work passes from syndicates with no intention to work for the specified work pass employers.

Foreigners used their purchased work passes during the pandemic in a bid to enter Singapore "for a variety of reasons", said Judge Ho.

She said there were no cases since the relevant act came into effect where a fine was imposed. Instead, there were 22 cases where jail was imposed.

Judge Ho added that Wang's deception was maintained for "an extremely long time of one year and five months" and did not surrender on her own accord - instead, it was discovered by MOM.

While Wang was not part of the syndicate which ran the company to sell work passes to foreigners, the offence was committed as part of a syndicate's operations, said the judge.

"This was because the accused had, as a customer of the syndicate, knowingly agreed to purchase the work permit from Lin from the syndicate, and in order to maintain the deception and upkeep her work permit, she agreed and paid the syndicate S$1,300 per month towards the work permit levy," she said.

On the defence's point that a jail term might result in Wang's deportation and ban from re-entering Singapore, Judge Ho said this "could not be and has never been a sentencing consideration to be relied upon by the courts in determining the appropriate sentence to impose".

"Any decision on the potential deportation of a convicted offender is not within the purview of the courts but the relevant authorities like the ICA," said the judge. 

"The courts play no part in this. The courts also do not play a part in deciding whether anyone's special pass issued by the ICA would be cancelled at any time."

According to a gazette notification from the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), Oleegey was struck off from the Register of Companies in 2023.

Wang is appealing against the sentence and is currently on bail.

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Job vacancies in Singapore go up even as unemployed numbers rise: report

Thursday, 20 Jun 2024

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There were 81,900 vacancies recorded in March 2024, up from 79,800 in December 2023. - Photo: ST

SINGAPORE: The number of job vacancies in Singapore increased in March 2024 even as the number of those unemployed inched up, as a mixed picture emerges from the latest quarterly report on the labour market.

Still, the labour market remains tight as there are more vacancies available than there are job seekers, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) said in its report of finalised labour market data for the first quarter of 2024.

There were 81,900 vacancies recorded in March 2024, up from 79,800 in December 2023.

“This reflects the improved economic prospects in 2024,” MOM said.

Job vacancies in growth sectors – which are associated with higher productivity and pay – formed nearly one-third of all job vacancies, MOM added.

They include health and social services, information and communications, professional services, and financial and insurance services.

Although the number of job vacancies rose, the ratio of job vacancies to unemployed persons declined from 1.74 in December 2023 to 1.56 in March 2024, due to a slight elevation of the number of unemployed persons, it said.

The ratio has decreased consistently since the high of 2.54 set in June 2022, it added.

Meanwhile, retrenchments declined for the second consecutive quarter, from 3,460 in the fourth quarter of 2023 to 3,030 in the first quarter of 2024.

As such, the incidence of retrenchment in the first quarter of 2024 reached 1.3 per 1,000 employees, down from the 1.9 per 1,000 employees in the third quarter of 2023.

MOM noted this was lower than pre-pandemic levels, as the quarterly average for 2015 to 2019 was 1.7 per 1,000 employees.

MOM said the decline in retrenchments was driven by declines in the number retrenched from outward-oriented sectors such as wholesale trade and electronics manufacturing.

For wholesale trade, retrenchment numbers shrank from 510 to 330 between the fourth quarter of 2023 and first quarter of 2024.

Electronics manufacturing saw a decline from 540 to 190 over the same period.

Though the number of retrenchments in information and communications has also declined from 620 to 580 over the same period, the level remained elevated compared to other industries, MOM said.

Business reorganisation or restructuring continued to be the most common reason for retrenchment cited by firms.

Retrenchments attributed to concerns of a recession or downturn, and high costs, have declined.

MOM also noted that the rate of retrenched workers who were able to re-enter employment six months after their retrenchment dipped slightly to 59.4 per cent, from 61.5 per cent in the previous quarter.

The decline in re-entry rate was observed in information and communications, financial and insurance services and professional services.

But MOM said more than half of those retrenched in these sectors were still able to find new jobs within six months.

Nevertheless, the resident long-term unemployment rate inched up from 0.7 per cent in December 2023 to 0.8 per cent in March 2024, though MOM said the figure remains low.

The increase in resident long-term unemployment rate was driven by those aged below 30, which rose from 1 per cent to 1.2 per cent, and those age 60 and over, which grew from 0.7 per cent to 0.9 per cent.

“For residents aged below 30, the increase in long-term unemployment rate could be due to individuals holding out for a better job or taking time to explore different career options post-graduation,” MOM said.

“For residents aged 60 and over, the long-term unemployment rate remained comparable to pre-pandemic levels of 0.8 per cent.”

The overall unemployment rate reached 2.1 per cent, while resident unemployment rate was 3 per cent, and that for Singaporeans was 3.1 per cent.

This is slightly higher than previous months, but MOM said the rate remained within the range observed during non-recessionary periods.

The report also found that employment growth slowed, but that all the growth came from Singaporeans and permanent residents, as the number of employed non-residents fell by 800, the first decline since the third quarter of 2021.

Among residents, the increase in employment was driven by financial and insurance services, public administration, health and social services, administrative and support services, as well as education, MOM said.

However, resident employment continued to decline in lower-paying sectors such as retail trade and food and beverage services after seasonal increases in the fourth quarter of 2023.

MOM also said the decline in non-resident employment was driven mainly by the construction and manufacturing sectors, which had seen positive employment growth for the past two years, as the lower quota for the construction and process sectors came into effect.

S Pass holders saw negative growth in the first quarter of 2024, following the 2023 increase in S Pass qualifying salaries and levies, MOM noted.

Although the number of work permit and other pass holders rose, this has slowed significantly from the previous quarter, it said.

Employment Pass (EP) holders also saw negative growth, registering its first decline since late 2021.

Sectors which saw a decline in the number of EP holders included information and communications, and professional services, which continued to face global headwinds, the ministry said.

However, the number of EP holders grew in other sectors such as wholesale trade and transportation and storage, it added.

Overall EP applications have picked up in tandem with the improving economic outlook, MOM said. - The Straits Times/ANN

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