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Singapore Work Holiday Pass (WHP) & Programme Guide 2026

Complete guide to Singapore Work Holiday Pass (WHP) under the Work Holiday Programme. 6-month validity for undergraduates and graduates from top 200 global universities.

Overview & Statutory Background

The Work Holiday Programme allows eligible university undergraduates and graduates aged 18 to 25 from top 200 global universities to work and holiday in Singapore for up to 6 months. Administered by MOM, the Work Holiday Pass (WHP) has a strict global capacity cap of 2,000 applicants at any one time, offering young international talent exposure to Singapore's business hub.

Key Pass Highlights & Statutory Criteria

Pass Validity

6 Months (Non-Renewable)

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Age Requirement

18 to 25 Years Old

Verified

Global Capacity Cap

2,000 Places Max

Verified

Target Qualification

Top 200 University

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Evaluation Criteria & Points Breakdown

Age & University Eligibility

Age 18 - 25

Must be aged 18 to 25 at the time of application and currently enrolled or graduated from a university ranked in the Top 200 globally.

Top 200 Global Ranking Requirement

QS / Times / Shanghai

University must be listed in the top 200 of QS, Times Higher Education, or Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).

Work Flexibility & Excluded Sectors

No Job Offer Required

Holders do not need a job offer to apply. Work in most sectors is allowed, except medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and law.

Global Quota Cap

2,000 Active Passes

MOM enforces a strict cap of 2,000 active WHP holders at any given time.

Mandatory Eligibility Requirements

Age 18 to 25 years old at the time of application.

Undergraduates: Must have completed at least 3 months of full-time study at the university before applying.

Graduates: Must hold a degree from a top 200 university recognized in global ranking lists.

Holders CANNOT work as a doctor, dentist, pharmacist, or lawyer without professional registration with Singapore statutory boards.

NON-RENEWABLE: The 6-month WHP cannot be renewed or extended.

Step-by-Step Application & Issuance Process

Online Application Submission

Submit WHP application via MOM EP eService portal with S$175 application fee.

MOM Qualification Verification

MOM verifies top 200 university status and age eligibility (approx 3 weeks).

In-Principle Approval (IPA)

Receive IPA letter valid for 3 months to enter Singapore.

Pass Issuance & Biometrics

Arrive in Singapore, complete biometrics at MOM Services Centre, and receive physical 6-month WHP card (S$225 fee).

Required Document Checklist

•Passport Particulars Page (minimum 6 months validity)

•Official University Degree Certificate or Graduation Transcript

•Official Student Status Verification Letter from University (for current undergraduates)

•Student Matriculation Card Copy

•Valid Student Visa or Residence Permit of the country where the university is located

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The WHP is a 6-month pass that allows university undergraduates and graduates aged 18 to 25 from top 200 global universities to work and holiday in Singapore.

No. You do not need a job offer to apply for a WHP. You can secure the pass first, enter Singapore, and look for short-term employment or internships.

Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years old (inclusive) at the time of submitting the WHP application to MOM.

No. The WHP is valid for a maximum of 6 months and cannot be renewed or extended. If you wish to continue working in Singapore, an employer must sponsor you for an Employment Pass or S Pass.

MOM maintains a strict global capacity limit of 2,000 active WHP holders at any one time.

Yes. Undergraduates currently enrolled in a top 200 global university who have completed at least 3 months of full-time university study are eligible to apply.