Singapore consistently strives to foster a supportive environment for its working parents. Specifically, the nation recognizes the deep importance of family bonding and shared parental responsibility. A key component of this effort is the Shared Parental Leave (SPL) scheme. Notably, this allows working fathers to share a portion of their wife's Government-Paid Maternity Leave (GPML). [...]
The Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) is a visa that allows foreigners to stay in Singapore for up to two years. It is typically issued to the spouses, parents, children, or dependent siblings of Singapore citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility requirements To be eligible for an LTVP, you must meet the following requirements: Be [...]
As a business owner in Singapore, you may be eager to get your new foreign worker up to speed on their job scope before they officially commence employment. However, it's crucial to understand the legal implications of doing so. The Employment of Foreign Manpower Act (EFMA) governs the employment of foreign workers in Singapore, and [...]