You do not need to do the Entrepass route to set up a company on a DP. Things have tightened up, and some have still done it. There are threads on this subject as well.misss wrote:I wasn't suggesting to do it illegally, but often there are loopholes that allow people to set up a business.
I've searched for the 'freelance' thread but there are no definitive answers.
the only solution seems to be to set up a private ltd company (which can be done if you're on a dependant's pass or long term visitor's pass) and then manage the business, but there are some restrictions, mainly you have to have capital.
http://www.mom.gov.sg/foreign-manpower/ ... fault.aspx
The language governing an LOC has not changed at MOM.Here is the deal. Things have tightened up. It may be harder for a DP holder to form a sole proprietorship to start a business that has no history. This would be the case, in part, because of the view that foreigners are taking jobs.
However, if you have a proven track record as a freelance programmer and are willing to start a private limited, I think that the chances are good that you will be approved. You need to supply adequate documentation of prior history, current clients, and maybe be prepared to provide some pro forma financials.
Depending on how much money you make, you might even be able to form a private limited and apply for an EP for yourself, thereby becoming independent of hubby's EP. This would really depend upon whether your income, in the eyes of the gahmen, qualifies as a business and not a part time hobby.
You can only get the dependent pass if your spouse is on EP....If you are not legally married you can only get LTVSP. If you are married to a Singapore citizen/PR you can only get LTVSPmisss wrote:Thank you, actually one of these posts does help. I think I need to convert my LTVP into a dependant's pass first- we're going to get married later this year but I think we might just bring that forward so I can get the right pass.
Thanks!
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