Singapore changes pre-issuance Work Permit work authorisation from 29 November
Affected workers need an issued Work Permit or Temporary Permit, rather than relying on the IPA alone.
From 29 November, workers need an issued Work Permit or Temporary Permit (TP) letter before starting work. For non-Malaysians, the new TP arrangements cover Work Permit applications and appeals submitted from that date. Employers can apply through myMOM Portal if work must start before permit issuance.[1]
A non-Malaysian worker’s TP can start no earlier than the 2nd day after arrival. Malaysians must have in-principle approval and be in Singapore. Levy starts when TP is granted. This concerns work authorisation and processing, not permanent residence or citizenship. The page does not state its first-publication date.[1]
Official sources
This article provides general information. Individual applications are subject to the applicable rules and the competent authority’s assessment.