From 30 January 2026, an inbound passenger to Singapore can be stopped at the departure gate of a foreign airport before they even reach Changi. The legal mechanism behind this is the ICA No-Boarding Directive, and it is reshaping how HR teams, sponsoring employers and licensed employment agencies prepare relocating staff for arrival. For most [...]
Understand how the $1,800 local qualifying salary affects S Pass quotas, manpower planning and compliance in Singapore, and what employers should do next.
Understand MOM's 2026 education verification updates, who is affected, step-by-step checks for Employment Pass, S Pass and Work Permit applications, common mistakes and how Little Big Employment Agency can help.
Discover why your company's nationality mix can affect MOM approvals, S Pass/EP applications, and compliance in Singapore—and what employers should do.
Practical ways Singapore employers can improve COMPASS scores for under-qualified candidates, with MOM-compliant tips on training, salary, and job design.
Ensure your Employment Pass application is COMPASS-ready in 2026. Learn five common mistakes to avoid, step-by-step guidance and practical examples for Singapore employers.
The Employment Pass (EP) is Singapore’s principal work authorisation for foreign professionals, managers, and executives. It is administered by the Controller of Work Passes, under the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act 1990 (EFMA). Under this Act, a foreigner is defined as anyone who is not a Singapore citizen or permanent resident. No person may employ [...]