Can a work pass holder go on unpaid leave?

Updated by MOM 1y ago

A work pass is issued for the foreigner to perform work in Singapore.

We recognize that some employees may need to take unpaid leave for legitimate reasons such as maternity, long-term sickness or family emergency.

Under such circumstances, employers are advised to cancel the work pass of their employees if the unpaid leave exceeds 6 months.

A new work pass application can be submitted when the foreigner is ready to work in Singapore again.

This information is sourced from MOM.

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Work passes and permits Work passes

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