Singapore's Employment Pass (EP) framework changed fundamentally on 1 September 2023 when the Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS) took effect. The shift from a flat qualifying salary test to a points-based system has caught out countless employers and candidates — particularly those whose applications would have sailed through under the old rules. The good news is [...]
A comprehensive guide to Singapore's COMPASS framework for Employment Pass applications in 2026. Covers salary thresholds, all six scoring criteria (C1–C6), the Shortage Occupation List updates, Fair Consideration Framework requirements, and practical tips for employers.
For senior executives, founders and globally recognised specialists, the Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass (ONE Pass) is Singapore's most prestigious work pass. Launched in January 2023 to draw "top-tier" talent into the Republic, it is the only pass that lets a single individual work for multiple employers concurrently, start their own Singapore company, and even [...]
Introduction Singapore has long been recognised as one of the best places in the world to start a business. With its stable political environment, transparent regulatory framework, and pro-business policies, it continues to attract entrepreneurs from around the globe. For foreign entrepreneurs who wish to start and operate an innovative business in Singapore, the EntrePass [...]
What Is the COMPASS Framework? The Complementarity Assessment Framework, commonly known as COMPASS, is Singapore’s points-based system for evaluating Employment Pass (EP) applications. Introduced by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on 1 September 2023, COMPASS is designed to ensure that foreign professionals hired in Singapore genuinely complement the local workforce rather than displace it. Under [...]