Singapore Jobs Visa Sponsorship 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Wanting to work in the Lion City? The employment environment in Singapore is more discerning and evidence-based than any time before January 1, 2026. The ministry of man power (MOM) has completely adopted the COMPASS (Complementarity Assessment Framework) and abandoned merely using salary qualification as a measure of eligibility instead of using a complex system of awarding points to those who possess specific skills and the diversity of their workforce.

In case you seek Singapore employment with visa sponsorship in 2026, familiarity with the so-called 40-point hurdle and the new salary levels is what will be your first step to success.

Employment Pass (EP) Eligibility of 2026

The first path is the Employment Pass used by managers, executives and specialists. Qualification in 2026 is a two phase activity: Salary Structure and booming pass completion of the COMPASS Scorecard.

Stage 1: The Salary Threshold

The minimum qualifying salary has been updated greatly to keep up with the local PMET (Professional, Manager, Executive, and Technician) market.

• General Sectors: SGless than 5,600 per month.
• Financial Services: S$6,200 at least per month.
• The “Age-Progressive” Rule: These are entry level figures. In the case of experienced candidates in middle of the 40s, the salary required may be raised to S$10,700 (General) or S$11,800 (Finance) in order to match the senior local talents.

SPass Eligibility: Mid-Level Professionals

To technicians and associate professionals, the S Pass is still the most important sponsorship pathway, but on a reduced quota in 2026.

• The Minimum Salary: S$3,300 (Finance: S$3,800). Similar to the EP, the same augments with age.
• Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC): There is a quota in the companies. In the case of the Services sector, S Pass holders should not take up more than 10 percent of the total work force.
• Foreign Worker Levy: A flat monthly levy of S$650 has to be paid by the Employers on each S Pass Holder and this makes it a huge burden on the financial obligation of the sponsor.

Extremely In Demand Occupations: 2026 Shortage Occupation List (SOL)

When there is high demand on your skills then your way to sponsorship is simpler. MOM has placed roles based on future-economy in the first place in 2026. Completing a job in any of these areas may accord you a bonus of 20 points automatically under the COMPASS C5.

• Healthcare: Registered Nurses, Diagnostic Radiographers and clinical Psychologists.
• Sustainability: Carbon Traders, Sustainability Managers and Environmental Impact Analysts.
• Agritech: Alternative Protein Food Application Scientists.
• Tech: All-purpose AI Architects and Cloud Security Experts.

Sponsor Requirements by the Employer

Sponsorship in Singapore is a legal and financial alliance. In order to sponsor your visa as of 2026, an employer will have to:

• Advertise on MyCareersFuture (MCF): Place the advert at least 14 days to ensure that the local job seekers are given a fair opportunity to see the advert.
• Check Qualifications: Check MOM approved agencies (e.g. Avvanz, Veremark) to ensure that your degree is authentic.
• In-Principle Approval (IPA): When an approval is granted, you are given an IPA letter which serves as your entry permit to Singapore to undergo biometrics and medical checks.

FAQs

Final Thought

It is no longer about who you know, but rather what you offer to the table in order to secure a job in Singapore in 2026. The COMPASS system is now in force, so you are eligible based on a combination of your personal merit and the profile of the hiring company. Check the MOM Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) to apply before applying and finding out whether your profile reaches the target of 40 points or not.

Disclaimer

The information about this job is provided to educate and inform. Check with the official employer/ Ministry of Manpower (MOM) site before applying.