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Singapore Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) Employer Guide 2026

Q: What is the Singapore Fair Consideration Framework (FCF)?

The FCF requires Singapore employers to advertise job vacancies on MyCareersFuture.sg for at least 14 consecutive calendar days and consider local Singapore Citizens and PRs fairly before applying for an EP or S Pass.

Q: Which job positions are exempt from FCF job advertising on MyCareersFuture?

Exemptions apply if: (1) fixed monthly salary is S$22,500 or higher; (2) firm has fewer than 10 total employees; (3) role is filled by an Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT); or (4) role is short-term (1 month or less).

Q: What happens if an employer advertises a salary range on MyCareersFuture that differs from the EP application?

MOM will flag and reject EP applications where the salary offered to the candidate differs significantly from the range advertised on MyCareersFuture, as this misleads local applicants.

Q: How long must employers keep records of local job applicants under FCF rules?

Employers must retain recruitment records—including resumes received, interview shortlists, and objective selection notes—for at least 2 years to substantiate fair hiring during MOM compliance audits.

Q: What are the penalties for violating FCF fair hiring guidelines?

Employers found guilty of discriminatory hiring practices or circumvention of FCF rules can be placed on MOM's FCF Watchlist and banned from applying for or renewing foreign work passes for up to 24 months.

Q: Does FCF apply to S Pass applications as well as Employment Passes?

Yes. FCF 14-day MyCareersFuture job advertising requirements apply to both Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass applications unless a specific exemption applies.

Complete guide to Singapore Fair Consideration Framework (FCF). 14-day MyCareersFuture job advertising, exemptions, candidate selection, & MOM penalties.

Overview & Statutory Background

The Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) sets out requirements for Singapore employers to recruit fairly and give full consideration to local job seekers (Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents). Before applying for an Employment Pass (EP) or S Pass, employers must advertise the job vacancy on MyCareersFuture.sg for at least 14 consecutive calendar days. Employers who breach FCF guidelines or discriminate against local candidates face severe MOM sanctions, including a total ban on applying for or renewing foreign work passes for up to 24 months.

Key Pass Highlights & Statutory Criteria

Mandatory Posting

14 Calendar Days

Verified

Job Portal

MyCareersFuture.sg

Verified

FCF Salary Exempt

S$22,500/mo

Verified

FCF Ban Penalty

Up to 24 Months

Verified

Evaluation Criteria & Points Breakdown

Mandatory 14-Day MyCareersFuture Posting

Statutory Rule

Must post job title, duties, salary range, and qualification requirements on MyCareersFuture.sg for 14 days.

FCF Job Advertising Exemptions

Exemption Tracks

Positions with fixed monthly salary of S$22,500+, small firms (<10 employees), Intra-Corporate Transferees, or short-term roles (<1 month) are exempt.

Non-Discriminatory Selection Criteria

Fair Hiring

Job requirements must be based solely on merit, skills, experience, and ability. Language or age criteria must be justified.

MOM FCF Watchlist & Audit Enforcement

MOM Compliance

MOM monitors firms with abnormally high foreign PMET ratios or low local hiring commitment.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

Job advertisement must remain active on MyCareersFuture.sg for a minimum of 14 consecutive calendar days before EP/S Pass submission.

Salary range declared on MyCareersFuture.sg must be realistic and match the fixed salary offered to the foreign applicant.

Employer must evaluate all local applicants who apply through MyCareersFuture in good faith before choosing a foreign candidate.

Records of local applicant resumes, interview notes, and selection reasons must be retained for at least 2 years for MOM audit inspection.

Step-by-Step Application & Issuance Process

Draft Job Description & Salary Range

Define objective job scope, required qualifications, and competitive salary range matching sector standards.

Publish Job Vacancy on MyCareersFuture.sg

Log into MyCareersFuture with Corppass and publish job posting for 14 consecutive calendar days.

Review & Interview Local Applicants

Actively review and evaluate Singapore Citizen/PR applicants applying through the portal.

Document Candidate Selection Rationale

Record detailed interview notes and objective reasons if local candidates are not selected.

Submit EP / S Pass Application on MOM eService

Enter MyCareersFuture Job ID on MOM EP eService after 14 days have elapsed.

Required Document Checklist

•MyCareersFuture Job Advertisement Confirmation Receipt & Job ID Number

•Screen capture showing published job title, duties, requirements, and salary range

•Summary log of local applicants received, shortlisted, interviewed, and rejection rationale

•Final Job Offer Letter stating fixed monthly salary matching or exceeding the advertised range

•Proof of FCF exemption (if claiming salary S$22,500+ or firm headcount < 10)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The FCF requires Singapore employers to advertise job vacancies on MyCareersFuture.sg for at least 14 consecutive calendar days and consider local Singapore Citizens and PRs fairly before applying for an EP or S Pass.

Exemptions apply if: (1) fixed monthly salary is S$22,500 or higher; (2) firm has fewer than 10 total employees; (3) role is filled by an Intra-Corporate Transferee (ICT); or (4) role is short-term (1 month or less).

MOM will flag and reject EP applications where the salary offered to the candidate differs significantly from the range advertised on MyCareersFuture, as this misleads local applicants.

Employers must retain recruitment records—including resumes received, interview shortlists, and objective selection notes—for at least 2 years to substantiate fair hiring during MOM compliance audits.

Employers found guilty of discriminatory hiring practices or circumvention of FCF rules can be placed on MOM's FCF Watchlist and banned from applying for or renewing foreign work passes for up to 24 months.

Yes. FCF 14-day MyCareersFuture job advertising requirements apply to both Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass applications unless a specific exemption applies.