Local Qualifying Salary (LQS) Rises to $1,800: A Guide for Singapore Employers

Navigating the regulatory seas in Singapore demands sharp attention, especially when the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) adjusts structural workforce policies. In the recent Committee of Supply announcements, the Singapore government declared a significant revision to the Local Qualifying Salary (LQS). Starting from 1 July 2026, the LQS for full-time local workers climbs from $1,600 to [...]