SingaporeBusiness and self-employment

Singapore EntrePass (entrepreneur visa)

EntrePass

In short

The EntrePass lets serial entrepreneurs, high-calibre innovators and experienced investors of any nationality run a venture-backed or innovative business in Singapore. The holder must own at least 30 percent of a private limited company registered with ACRA (or about to be registered). There is no minimum salary; the pass lasts one year at first and up to two years on later renewals.

Apply on myMOM Portal (Ministry of Manpower) checked 23 October 2026

Key facts

Maximum stay
New pass and first renewal: up to 1 year; later renewals up to 2 years
Fee
SGD 105Application fee; issuance fee SGD 225 per pass, plus SGD 30 for a Multiple Journey Visa if applicable.
Processing time
Within about 6 weeks; some cases take longer
Work
Running the registered business
Family
Family passes available for eligible family members
Where to apply
Online by the entrepreneur

Who qualifies

The business must be a private limited company registered with ACRA, or about to be registered, in which the applicant holds at least 30 percent; companies older than 12 months on the application date are assessed under the renewal criteria. It must be venture-backed or own innovative technologies, for example funding from internationally renowned or government-recognised venture capital firms, business angels or corporates, support from recognised incubators or accelerators such as those under Enterprise Singapore's Startup SG programmes, or intellectual property registered with an approved national IP institution that gives a significant competitive advantage. Applicants who founded and sold such a business, or who mentor other start-ups, may also qualify.

Application and timing

Apply online and pay the SGD 105 application fee; processing takes around six weeks. MOM issues an in-principle approval letter, which you show to the immigration officer on arrival; you must complete issuance formalities within six months of the approval, pay the SGD 225 issuance fee and register at the Employment Pass Services Centre within two weeks after the pass is issued, if required. A Short-Term Visit Pass cannot be extended while the application is pending.

  1. Check your company structure and evidence against the EntrePass criteria.
  2. Apply online and pay SGD 105.
  3. Wait about six weeks for the decision.
  4. With the in-principle approval, register the company if not yet done, pay SGD 225 and complete issuance within six months.
  5. Register at the Employment Pass Services Centre within two weeks if required.

After approval: card and registration

MOM e-mails an in-principle approval or notification letter, which the holder shows on arrival together with the SG Arrival Card submitted within three days before arrival. If required, the holder registers fingerprints and a photo at the Employment Pass Services Centre within two weeks of the pass being issued, and the card is delivered within five working days after registration or document checks. Changes of address or employment must be updated with MOM.

Renewal

The first pass and first renewal are for up to one year; subsequent renewals are for up to two years, provided the business meets MOM's renewal criteria, which look at the company's progress such as spending, hiring and funding. MOM points founders who led sizeable tech companies to the separate Tech.Pass.

Documents

Required documents

Identity

  • Passport personal particulars page

Work

  • ACRA business profile showing at least 30 percent shareholding (or plan to register)
  • Evidence of venture funding, incubator or accelerator support, or registered intellectual property
  • Business plan and track record as entrepreneur, innovator or investor

Frequently asked questions

Is there a minimum capital for the EntrePass?

MOM sets no minimum salary; the focus is on venture backing or innovative technology and at least 30 percent ownership of the ACRA-registered company.

Which nationalities can apply?

Yes, the EntrePass is open to all nationalities.

How long is the EntrePass valid?

Up to one year for the new pass and first renewal, then up to two years per renewal.

Official sources

Summarised from the official sources above. Rules, fees and processing times change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before you apply.

Other visa types for Singapore

Visits and short stays

  • Tourist visa Maximum stay: Set by the immigration officer on arrival and shown in the e-Pass

Business and self-employment

Study and training

  • Student visa Processing time: Institutes of higher learning: within one week (two weeks if a visa is required). Private institutions: within one month, or two weeks for EduTrust-certified schools.

Work

  • Skilled worker visa Maximum stay: First pass up to 2 years; renewals up to 3 years (5 years for experienced tech professionals in shortage skills)
  • Work visa Maximum stay: First pass up to 2 years; renewals up to 3 years (limited to 1 month before passport expiry)
  • Working holiday visa Maximum stay: 6 months

Family

Residence

Singapore visa guide