Switching job from DP to EP

nene_nene · 2021-06-18T17:41:27+02:00

Explore the chances of switching from a DP to an EP in Singapore, considering qualifications, salary boosts, and employer support for foreign workers.

nene_nene New member

Member since 18 June 2021

nene_neneNew member18 June 2021 15:41:27

I have been working in Singapore for the past 5 years on DP. I have recently received a job offer and the employer is going to apply for EP. I have qualifications from a good university and have also obtained a local qualification pertaining to the job I am doing. Most of the local would not have this job qualification. There is going to be a significant increase in salary from my current job in order to apply for EP. Also, the firm has a good ration of local vs. foreigners. What are my chances of getting an EP?

Intuitivemind Member

Member since 15 June 2021

IntuitivemindMember18 June 2021 15:52:27

Hi ,
I am exactly facing the same scenario as you. My ep is applied on 10th of June.I will let you know once I get an update.

nene_nene New member

Member since 18 June 2021

nene_neneNew member18 June 2021 15:56:17

Thanks. Good luck to you.

Intuitivemind Member

Member since 15 June 2021

IntuitivemindMember18 June 2021 16:39:45

Thank you. Good luck to you too.

Shekhz Singapore Expert

Member since 31 March 2021

ShekhzSingapore Expert18 June 2021 21:27:10

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Please do a self assessment to understand your chances of qualifying for the EP,

The company should outline well why you for the job and must justify well as to why the bump in the salary. Other things like ratio, job posting etc should all be met with to ensure there is fair hiring.

Intuitivemind Member

Member since 15 June 2021

IntuitivemindMember19 June 2021 00:11:24

Hi Shekhz,
聽聽聽Thank you for the info. But I will fall under Financial sector . According to the MOM link , it is mentioned " Please note that SAT results will not apply to EP candidates from the Financial Services sector. They must meet higher qualifying salaries"