Singapore Tech.Pass Visa Guide 2026

Complete guide to Singapore Tech.Pass visa for global tech leaders, founders, and experts. Review EDB 3-condition criteria, US$10M VC funding, and 2-year renewal rules.

Overview & Statutory Background

Tech.Pass is a premier work pass launched by the Economic Development Board (EDB) and MOM to attract world-class technology leaders, serial entrepreneurs, and domain experts. Tech.Pass grants holders extraordinary flexibility to found and operate tech companies, invest in local startups, mentor tech talent, lecture at Singapore universities, and serve as board directors in Singapore firms.

Key Pass Highlights & Statutory Criteria

Pass Validity

2 Years (Renewable)

Verified

Salary Track Requirement

S$22,500/mo

Verified

VC Valuation Track

US$500M / US$10M VC

Verified

Issuance Quota

Strict Global Cap

Verified

Evaluation Criteria & Points Breakdown

Condition 1: Monthly Salary Track

S$22,500/month

Earned a fixed monthly salary of at least S$22,500 (or equivalent in foreign currency) over the last 12 consecutive months.

Condition 2: Tech Firm Leadership Track

5 Years Leadership

Accumulated at least 5 years of leading tech roles in a tech company with a valuation/market cap of US$500M or US$10M VC funding.

Condition 3: Product Development Track

100k Monthly Active Users

Has at least 5 years of leading role in developing a tech product that has at least 100,000 monthly active users or US$100M annual revenue.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

Must satisfy AT LEAST TWO out of the three EDB Tech.Pass conditions listed above.

Valid for 2 years initially, renewable for another 2 years subject to meeting EDB business or employment milestones.

Holders can sponsor spouses and children on Dependant's Passes (DP) and parents on LTVP.

Step-by-Step Application & Issuance Process

Online Tech.Pass Application

Submit application online via EDB / MOM portal with S$105 processing fee.

EDB Assessment

Economic Development Board assesses technical leadership and funding criteria (approx 4-8 weeks).

IPA Approval & Arrival

Receive In-Principle Approval (IPA) valid for 6 months.

Pass Issuance

Complete biometrics at MOM Services Centre and receive 2-year Tech.Pass card (S$225 fee).

Required Document Checklist

•Passport Copy (valid for 6 months minimum)

•Payslips & Income Tax Statements showing S$22,500/month fixed income over 12 months

•Company Valuation Proof / PitchBook / Crunchbase documentation showing US$500M valuation or US$10M VC funding

•Proof of Product Metrics (showing 100k MAU or US$100M revenue verified by audit)

•Comprehensive CV outlining tech leadership milestones

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Candidates must meet AT LEAST TWO of the three conditions: (1) S$22,500/month salary, (2) 5 years tech leadership in a US$500M company or US$10M VC funded firm, or (3) 5 years leadership on a tech product with 100k MAUs or US$100M revenue.

Yes. Tech.Pass holders have full flexibility to act as board directors, advisors, university lecturers, investors, and executive employees in Singapore.

Yes. Tech.Pass is renewable for 2 years if the holder demonstrates active business operations, employs local tech staff, or achieves Singapore startup milestones.

ONE Pass requires a higher S$30,000/month salary and lasts 5 years across all industries. Tech.Pass requires S$22,500/month (plus tech leadership conditions) and lasts 2 years specifically focused on technology.

Yes. Tech.Pass holders can sponsor their legal spouse and children under 21 on Dependant's Passes (DP) and parents on Long-Term Visit Passes (LTVP).

Official term sheets, cap tables verified by audit firms, or verified Crunchbase / PitchBook institutional funding records are accepted by EDB.