Project

Self-Employed EP Visa

The Self-Employed EP program refers to applicants applying for an Employment Pass (EP) work visa from the Ministry of Manpower in the capacity of a company shareholder and director or senior executive by establishing and actively operating a company in Singapore.

The company must have genuine business activities, a reasonable operational plan, and certain operating expenses. Upon approval, the applicant can hold a managerial or professional position within the company and legally conduct business and work in Singapore.

Flexible Control over the Enterprise

As a shareholder and manager, you have the autonomy to decide the company's direction and operational management.

International Business Environment

Singapore offers political stability, a robust legal system, and a superior business environment, facilitating long-term corporate growth.

Significant Tax Advantages

The corporate income tax rate is capped at 17%, with access to various tax incentives and exemptions.

Attract Global Talent

EP status helps companies recruit and retain international professional talent.

Compliant and Sustainable

By operating a genuine business in compliance with Singapore's laws and regulations, you support the long-term development of the enterprise.

Ease of Business Expansion

Connect with Asian markets to facilitate the expansion of regional business and international cooperation opportunities.

Target Audience

  • Entrepreneurs planning to establish a company in Singapore and personally participate in its management
  • Individuals seeking to apply for an Employment Pass (EP) through business operations to legally conduct business in Singapore
  • SME owners or professionals intending to expand into Singapore and Southeast Asian markets to establish a long-term business presence

Employment Pass (EP)

Application Requirements

  • The main applicant possesses extensive work or entrepreneurial experience
  • The applicant must meet the COMPASS points requirements
  • Diplomas must be accompanied by a CHSI (Xuexin) verification report
  • Establish a company in Singapore as a shareholder and director or senior executive

EntrePass

Application Requirements

No formal educational requirements, but requires relevant work or business experience, or an innovative industry project, including:

  • Funding from a recognized venture capital firm or business angel program.
  • Holding nationally recognized Intellectual Property (IP).
  • Research collaboration with a recognized research institution.
  • Participation in a government-approved incubator or research project.
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Immediate Family Members

Residency Application

  • While holding an EP/EntrePass, if the declared monthly salary exceeds SGD 6,000, the spouse and children under 21 may apply for a Dependant's Pass (DP).
  • While holding an EP/EntrePass, if the declared monthly salary exceeds SGD 12,000, parents may apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP).
  • When applying for Permanent Residency (PR) via EP/EntrePass, the spouse and children under 21 can be included as dependants in the PR application.
  • Parents and children aged 21 or over cannot apply for PR together, but parents can apply for a 5-year Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP).

Application Process

1

Background Check / KYC

5

Business Operations / Signing Contracts

2

Register a Singapore Company

6

COMPASS Assessment

3

Open a Corporate Bank Account

7

EP Submission and Approval

4

Inject Registered Capital

8

Ongoing Compliance Operations

Esin's Advantages

Local Singapore Team

Familiar with local company registration, EP applications, accounting, taxation, and compliance requirements.

Compliant Application Strategy

Develops reasonable and executable application paths based on actual business operations.

One-Stop Landing Services

Covers company formation, bank account opening, EP applications, and subsequent compliance maintenance.

Long-Term Compliance Support

Assists in completing bookkeeping, taxation, annual audits, payroll, and corporate compliance matters.

Cross-Border Service Experience

Long-term service to Chinese and overseas entrepreneurs, understanding the needs of cross-border setup and operations.

Multi-Resource Support

Integrates banking, taxation, legal, auditing, and business resources to improve landing efficiency.

Successful Renewal

Keys to EP Success

✓ The company maintains genuine and continuous business operations, with operational proof such as client contracts, supplier agreements, project records, or service delivery documents.

✓ The company demonstrates reasonable operating income, expenses, bank statements, and financial records, reflecting its ability to continue as a going concern and its commercial viability.

✓ The company pays salaries on time in accordance with employment contracts and Singapore labor laws, maintaining payslips, bank transfers, and employment records.

✓ The company completes accounting, tax, annual audits, and ACRA filings on time, maintaining a good record of corporate compliance.

✓ The EP holder's position, salary, and scope of duties should remain consistent with the company's actual business, operational scale, and application materials.