Residency Planning
The Singapore “self-employed EP” pathway, and other overseas residency planning.
This service is handled by qualified partner institutions or professionals; Zhong Qi can help clarify your needs and coordinate.
All services are provided in Singapore under Singapore regulations.
Who it is for
- Business owners planning to set up a company and move to Singapore
- Individuals and families with overseas residency planning needs
What I do
- Understand your family situation
- Coordinate with qualified partner institutions or professionals for residency pathway planning and application services
Note: Residency applications are approved by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) / Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) and other authorities; no outcome is promised.
How it works
| Step | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Initial conversation | 30–60 minutes to understand your family, goals and concerns; online or in person |
| 2. Needs analysis | A Fact Find and risk profiling as required by Singapore regulations |
| 3. Recommendation | A written proposal with explanations |
| 4. Application | Applications or account opening through the formal process in Singapore |
| 5. Delivery | Implementation and a walkthrough of the documents |
| 6. Ongoing service | Annual reviews, help with changes and claims |
Related Q&As
What is a 'self-employed EP'?
This is an informal term, generally meaning registering a company in Singapore and having that company apply for an EP for its founder. The application still has to meet the EP salary and COMPASS requirements, and the company needs to have genuine business and operations. Separately, MOM offers the EntrePass for entrepreneurs who meet its innovation criteria.
Source: MOM (website: mom.gov.sg)
What are the requirements for an Employment Pass?
An EP generally has two requirements. First, the minimum salary: in 2026, from S$5,600 for most sectors (increasing with age, S$10,700 for those aged 45 and above) and from S$6,200 for the financial services sector. From 1 January 2027 this rises to S$6,000 for most sectors and S$6,600 for financial services. Second, unless exempted, the application must score at least 40 points under the COMPASS framework.
Source: MOM (website: mom.gov.sg)
Can Dependant's Pass holders work in Singapore?
DP holders who wish to work generally need their employer to apply for a work pass such as an EP or S Pass. To apply for a DP, the main pass holder (EP or S Pass) must earn at least S$6,000 a month. Please refer to the latest MOM rules for specific cases.
Source: MOM (website: mom.gov.sg)
What are the EP, S Pass, DP and PR?
The EP (Employment Pass) is for professionals, managers and executives; the S Pass is for mid-level skilled staff; the DP (Dependant's Pass) allows the spouse and children of EP or S Pass holders to live in Singapore; PR (Permanent Residence) is a long-term residence status applied for through the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), and holders must participate in the CPF.
Source: MOM; ICA (ica.gov.sg) (website: mom.gov.sg, ica.gov.sg)
Official references
- MOM: Employment Pass eligibility and COMPASS www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass/eligibility
- MOM: S Pass / DP / ONE Pass / EntrePass www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits (Choose the relevant pass on the page)
Policies may change; please refer to the latest official announcements.
Would you like to talk about your situation? The initial conversation takes 30–60 minutes, online or in person.
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