Nepali citizens moving to Republic of Singapore
Nepali nationals typically move to Republic of Singapore through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Ministry of Manpower (MOM), so check each route below for its primary source.
We cover 7 Singapore routes — 4 can be started without a job offer, and
Tourist entry
No. Nepali nationals require a visa to enter Republic of Singapore, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Treaty & bilateral memberships
No nationality-specific treaty routes apply.
Consular processing: a Republic of Singapore consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence
What this means for Nepali citizens
Of the 7 Republic of Singapore routes we cover, 4 can be started without an employer sponsor and 0 can lead to permanent residence. Expect a language test or qualification-recognition step, since language alignment is only partial.
All Republic of Singapore routes open to Nepali applicants
General routes available to all nationalities. Click any to read the full guide.
Employment Pass (EP)
Work pass for foreign professionals, managers, and executives earning above the qualifying salary, issued to employers.
Job offer required · Temporary
S Pass
Work pass for mid-level skilled foreign workers earning above the S Pass qualifying salary, subject to employer quota and levy.
Job offer required · Temporary
Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass (ONE Pass)
Premium 5-year pass for top-earning professionals, business leaders, and outstanding achievers — not tied to a single employer.
No job offer needed · Temporary
EntrePass
Work pass for foreign entrepreneurs starting and operating a venture-capital-backed or innovative business in Singapore.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Personalised Employment Pass (PEP)
Non-employer-tied work pass for high-earning EP holders or overseas professionals earning above SGD 22,500 per month.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Dependant's Pass (DP)
Pass for spouses and children of EP, S Pass, EntrePass, or PEP holders meeting the minimum salary threshold.
No job offer needed · Temporary
Student Pass
Pass for international students studying full-time at approved Singapore educational institutions.
Job offer required · Temporary
Frequently asked questions
Can Nepali citizens enter Republic of Singapore without a visa?+
No. Nepali nationals require a visa to enter Republic of Singapore, even for short tourism. A separate residence or work route is required for long-term stay.
Which Republic of Singapore visa routes are best suited to Nepali applicants?+
Nepali nationals typically move to Republic of Singapore through its standard work, study, family, and skilled-migration routes rather than through a dedicated bilateral scheme. Eligibility and processing times are set by Ministry of Manpower (MOM), so check each route below for its primary source.
Where do Nepali applicants typically apply for a Republic of Singapore visa?+
Applications are typically processed at a Republic of Singapore consulate or visa application centre in your country of residence. Some digital and in-country applications can be filed directly with Republic of Singapore's immigration authority without a consular visit.
Do Nepali citizens need a job offer to move to Republic of Singapore?+
Not necessarily. 4 of the 7 Republic of Singapore routes we cover can be started without an employer sponsor, while the rest need a sponsoring employer or job offer. If you do not have an offer yet, the no-sponsor routes are the place to start.
Can Nepali citizens get permanent residence in Republic of Singapore?+
Most Republic of Singapore routes we cover are temporary rather than direct settlement routes. You may still be able to switch to a settlement route later — check each route's detail.