Employment Pass Agencies in Singapore Compared (2026): 10 Firms, Licences and Fees

Written by the VIVOS team (MOM Employment Agency Licence 24S2425). VIVOS is one of the 10 firms compared. Firms are listed in alphabetical order, not ranked, and no firm paid to be included. Last checked: 16 October 2026.

Do you need an agency to apply for an Employment Pass?

No. MOM says an employer or appointed employment agent applies on the candidate’s behalf, so a company can file through the EP eService itself. Firms that submit work pass applications for employers are covered by the Employment Agencies Act. MOM exempts firms that only submit applications and do no matching or placement. An agency without a licence is not breaking the rules. A licence does add a public record you can check in MOM’s EA Directory.

The 2026 rules every agency works with

• Qualifying salary: S$5,600 a month (S$6,200 in financial services), rising with age to S$10,700 (S$11,800) for candidates aged 45 and above. From 1 January 2027, new applications need S$6,000 (S$6,600), rising to S$11,500 (S$12,700). Source: MOM EP eligibility.
• COMPASS: the application needs 40 points. The four foundational criteria (salary, qualifications, diversity, support for local employment) score up to 20 points each. There are bonus points for skills (20) and strategic economic priorities (10). You are exempt if the fixed monthly salary is at least S$22,500, if you are an overseas intra-corporate transferee, or if the role is for one month or less. Source: MOM COMPASS.
• MOM fees: S$105 to apply and S$225 when the pass is issued, plus S$30 per Multiple Journey Visa if needed. Most online applications are processed or updated within 10 business days. Source: MOM apply for a pass.

How we compared these agencies

VIVOS is held to the same criteria as every other firm in this guide:

• MOM EA Directory listing: the licence number, as MOM shows it.
• Passes handled, as stated on the firm’s own site.
• Published EP fee, and whether MOM’s fees are included.
• Whether the firm also incorporates companies, which matters if you are setting up a new Singapore company and hiring yourself onto an EP.

Firms that publish no fee are shown as “quote on request”. Prices change often, so confirm them with the firm before you commit.

Quick comparison

*From MOM’s EA Directory (Foreign Worker tab), checked 16 October 2026. “Not listed” means we found no entry under the firm’s name in that directory. That is allowed for firms that only submit applications and do no placement.

The agencies, in detail

3E Accounting: for SMEs that want a published EP fee alongside accounting

3E’s licence is held by 3E Accounting Employment Pte. Ltd. (13C6351). Its EP page shows S$1,000 (S$1,090 with GST) including the appeal process, with MOM fees on top. A footnote says that price is for existing clients or package buyers. 3E EP page.

Fragomen: for employers with complex or multi-country immigration needs

Fragomen Singapore handles Employment Passes, Personalised Employment Passes and PR as part of a global corporate immigration practice. It does not publish fees, and we found no listing in MOM’s EA Directory. Fragomen Singapore.

Hawksford: for international groups that want corporate services with immigration guidance

Hawksford Singapore offers EP eligibility pre-checks and Global Investor Programme guidance alongside company secretarial work. A 2023 terms-of-business document gives an EA licence number, but we found no current listing in MOM’s directory. Fees are quoted on request. Hawksford immigration guide.

Nala Employment: for employers who also need foreign-worker recruitment

Nala (16C8302) is primarily a recruitment and work-permit agency that also handles Employment Passes and dependant passes. Fees vary by case. Nala EP page.

Newland Chase: for multinationals running global mobility programmes

Newland Chase (part of CIBT) covers EP, S Pass, EntrePass, dependant passes and PR in Singapore as part of a worldwide network. It publishes no fees, and we found no listing in MOM’s EA Directory. Newland Chase Singapore.

One Visa: for an immigration-focused consultancy, including PR and GIP

One Visa (10C2994) handles work passes, PR and Global Investor Programme applications, and also incorporates companies. Its fees vary by case. One Visa EP guide.

Paul Hype Page & Co: for founders who want EP support alongside incorporation

Paul Hype Page combines incorporation, nominee director and EP services, and says it holds an in-house EA licence. We found no listing under its name in MOM’s directory. Fees are quoted on request. Paul Hype Page EP page.

Rikvin: for new companies that want incorporation and work passes from one provider

Rikvin (11C3030) is part of the InCorp Group and covers every main pass type, including PR. Its pricing page lists the EP fee as “TBA”, with one free appeal. Rikvin EP page.

Sleek: for startups that want a fixed online price

Sleek (17S8937) publishes one of the clearest fixed prices. Its S$1,088 price includes MOM’s S$330 in fees, one free appeal, and a 50% refund of Sleek’s fee if the application is rejected. Sleek EP page.

VIVOS: for founders who want incorporation, corporate secretary and the EP handled by one team

VIVOS (24S2425), founded in 2024, holds both an ACRA filing-agent registration (FA20240323) and an MOM EA licence, so company set-up and the founder’s EP run as one file. EP filing starts at S$2,000, with MOM fees extra (VIVOS pricing). More on this in which corporate service providers handle the EP in-house.

How to choose, whoever you pick

• Look the firm up in MOM’s EA Directory by name or licence number.
• Compare fees on the same basis. Ask whether MOM’s S$330 is included and whether an appeal costs extra.
• Check the salary first. If the candidate is below the qualifying salary for their age, no agency can make the application pass. The EP vs EntrePass vs ONE Pass guide covers the alternatives.
• Setting up a new company? Choose a firm that does incorporation and the EP together, so the company’s details and the application match.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a licensed employment agency to apply for an Employment Pass?

No. An employer can apply directly through MOM’s EP eService. Firms that submit work pass applications for employers are covered by the Employment Agencies Act. Firms that only submit applications, with no matching or placement, are exempt from licensing.

What is the Employment Pass minimum salary in 2026?

S$5,600 a month, or S$6,200 in financial services, rising with age to S$10,700 (S$11,800). From 1 January 2027, new applications need S$6,000 (S$6,600), rising to S$11,500 (S$12,700).

How much does an Employment Pass cost?

MOM charges S$105 to apply and S$225 on issuance, plus S$30 per Multiple Journey Visa. Agency fees published on 16 October 2026: Sleek S$1,088 including MOM fees, 3E Accounting S$1,000 plus GST excluding MOM fees, and VIVOS from S$2,000 excluding MOM fees. The other firms in this guide quote on request.

How long does an Employment Pass application take?

MOM says most online applications are processed or updated within 10 business days. Applications from overseas companies without a Singapore entity take about 6 weeks in most cases.

What is COMPASS?

COMPASS is MOM’s points test for Employment Passes. An application needs 40 points from four criteria (salary, qualifications, diversity, and support for local employment), worth up to 20 points each, plus bonus points for skills and strategic economic priorities. Roles paying at least S$22,500 a month are exempt.

How do I check an employment agency’s licence?

Search the agency’s name or licence number in MOM’s EA Directory at service2.mom.gov.sg/eadirectory. The entry shows the agency’s licence number and licence details.