EntrePass
entrepreneur · Singapore
The EntrePass is for founders of an ACRA-registered Pte Ltd (≥30% shareholding, company <6 months old at application). There is no fixed paid-up-capital rule (the old S$50,000 requirement was removed). Qualify via one of three profiles: Entrepreneur (raised ≥ S$100,000 from a recognised VC, or backed by a recognised incubator, or founded & sold a venture), Innovator (registered IP / research collaboration), or Investor (investment track record).
- Minimum stay / validity
- 1-2 years (renewable)
- Processing time
- 4-8 weeks
- Official source
- https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/entrepass/eligibility
Requirements & criteria
- [Mandatory] No criminal record
- [Mandatory] Set up / hold a qualifying local company
- [Mandatory] At least 30% shareholding in the company
- [Mandatory] Entrepreneur: raised ≥ S$100,000 from a recognised VC
- [Mandatory] Entrepreneur: backed by a recognised incubator/accelerator
- [Mandatory] Innovator: registered IP / research collaboration
- [Mandatory] Investor: investment track record & funds
- [Bonus] Entrepreneurial experience