For offshore Chinese nationals meeting the high fixed monthly salary threshold or outstanding achievement track in arts, sports, science or academia. A personalised five-year work pass that does not require prior employer sponsorship or COMPASS points; excludes standard Employment Pass and dependant specifics.
Within Singapore MOM work passes, distinguish the standard Employment Pass (employer-sponsored + qualifying salary + COMPASS 40 points), ONE Pass (fixed monthly salary ≥ SGD 30,000 or outstanding achievements, not tied to a single employer), and quota-subject S Pass. Compare below with other published Asia-Pacific and Commonwealth work routes.
Singapore ONE Pass: 5-year personalised pass for top talent earning at least SGD 30,000/month fixed salary (with established-company threshold for overseas candidates) or outstanding achievements; not tied to a single employer and exempt from COMPASS.
Official requirementsAsia-Pacific comparison · Hong Kong TTPS Category B: eligible top-100 bachelor holders with 3+ years recent work can obtain an initial 24-month stay without a prior local employer offer.
Official requirementsCross-border comparison · Australia Subclass 482 Core Skills: employer-sponsored work visa requiring an approved sponsor, CSOL occupation nomination, CSIT salary, 1 year experience and English.
Official requirementsCross-border comparison · New Zealand AEWV: requires an accredited NZ employer, approved Job Check and job token; temporary work visa without automatic residence conversion.
Official requirementsUnder the salary track, prove either a fixed monthly salary of at least SGD 30,000 (or foreign currency equivalent) over the past 12 consecutive months with an established overseas company (market cap ≥ USD 500M or annual revenue ≥ USD 200M), or a future fixed monthly salary of at least SGD 30,000 with an established employer in Singapore. Outstanding achievement applicants are assessed jointly with relevant sector agencies.
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Check fixed monthly salary definitions (excluding variable bonuses/equity) and overseas company valuation/revenue thresholds, gather 12 consecutive months of payslips, tax statements and company financial records, submit the ONE Pass application via MOM, then enter Singapore within six months of In-Principle Approval (IPA) for card issuance.
Confirm fixed monthly salary meets SGD 30,000 after excluding variable bonuses and equity, and verify overseas employer valuation (≥ USD 500M) or annual revenue (≥ USD 200M). Official guidance
Compile 12 consecutive monthly payslips, tax assessments or bank statements, plus audited financial statements or public market-cap proof for the overseas company. Official guidance
Offshore applicants may apply directly or through a Singapore employer or licensed employment agency via MOM. Official guidance
Enter Singapore within the IPA validity period to complete biometrics and card issuance; holders may concurrently start, operate and work for multiple companies. Official guidance
Introductory preparation summary, not a complete checklist, individual advice or a visa guarantee. Follow official pages and individual notices. Reviewed: 2026-10-25
Compiled from Singapore Ministry of Manpower (MOM) ONE Pass eligibility and application guidance. Fixed monthly salary includes only basic monthly salary and fixed monthly allowances—variable bonuses, commissions and equity awards are excluded from the SGD 30,000 threshold.
MOM strictly distinguishes Fixed Monthly Salary from total annual compensation; variable bonuses and equity cannot be used to meet the SGD 30,000 threshold. Official guidance
Applicants relying on overseas salary without a qualifying Singapore offer must prove their overseas employer meets the USD 500M market cap or USD 200M annual revenue threshold. Official guidance
Although ONE Pass is not tied to a single employer, holders must still submit annual notifications of their professional activities and earnings to MOM. Official guidance
Download a blank English PDF checklist to print and mark offline. This is not an exhaustive lodgement checklist; official requirements take precedence.