EP and S Pass Application October 2021

[Rhanjo]

Hi All!

apologies if it's been asked previously.
lil bit of my background:
I'm from Indonesia and has 7 years experience in a Big4 firms. Recently I got offered by second tier firm in Singapore and I've signed the contract and they have processed my work permits on Oct 14, 2021.

I got informed by my employer that they are applying for both E Pass and S Pass at the same time. is it possible to apply for both? I checked the EP online and the screen only showing that the application is E Pass and not showing both. anybody have the same experience or maybe can help me on this?

Thanks!

[sundaymorningstaple]

It's the same application. However, one of the questions on the application goes something like this: "If you are unsuccessful in your application for an EP, will you consider an S pass?" Basically, if you don't tick that box yes, then if your EP is not approved, you will not be considered for an S pass at all AND the company cannot apply subsequently for an S pass. I'm a retired HR Manager. Some companies will not give you that option as they don't want to incur the S pass monthly levy which is somewhere over $800/month. Not sure of the amount now as I retired 2.5 years ago.

[Rhanjo]

Hi,

thanks for your explanation. it helps a lot.