For spouse, children and parents of eligible Employment Pass (EP) or S Pass holders, it is necessary to apply for each one, for either a Dependant's Pass (DP) or a Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) to stay in Singapore.
- Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) for:
- common-law spouse,
- unmarried step-children under 21,
- handicapped unmarried children above 21,
- EP or S Pass holder’s parents.
To work in Singapore, the LTVP holder has to get his/her own independent work pass based on its own merit.
- Dependant's Pass (DP) for:
- legally married spouse,
- unmarried children under 21.
Dependants of Employment Pass holders, can work with a Letter of Consent (LOC) applied by the company wishing to recruit him/her and tied to the DP.
Important note: From May 1st, 2021, all dependants of foreigners holding a Dependant's Pass will need an applicable work pass (e.g. EP or S Pass) to work in Singapore, instead of an LOC.