A long term visit pass (LTVP) is for a common-law spouse of the opposite sex, stepchild or handicapped child of an Employment Pass or S Pass holder. Those pass holders earning over $12,000 per month can also get an LTVP for their parents.
Key facts[]
- An LTVP is for the common-law spouse of the opposite sex, stepchild or handicapped child of an eligible employment pass or S pass holder. Those earning over $12,000 can also bring in their parents.
- An employer or appointed employment agent must apply on behalf of the candidate.
- The duration of the pass is up to 2 years, tied to the validity of the main work pass.
- It is renewable.
- Eligible LTVP holders may be able to work in Singapore if they find jobs.
- No foreign worker levy or quota required.
Eligibility[]
Eligible employment pass or S pass holders can bring certain family members to Singapore on a long term visit pass.
Candidates can apply for a LTVP for their family if they meet these requirements:
- hold an employment pass or S pass.
- earn a minimum fixed monthly salary of $6,000. This is based on their salary and not on their combined household income.
- are sponsored by an established Singapore-registered company (usually their employer).
Candidates can get am LTVP for the following family members:
- common-law spouse
- unmarried handicapped children above 21 years of age.
- unmarried stepchildren under 21 years of age.
- parents – only for those earning a fixed monthly salary of at least $12,000.
If candidates are legally married or have children, their family members may be eligible for a dependant’s pass.
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This article was written by Roy Tan.