South African citizens moving to Singapore
5 verified visa pathways into Singapore, sorted by path-to-PR and lowest cost. Every requirement, fee, and processing time is sourced from the official Singapore government register.
Visa pathways for South African citizens
5 pathways you're eligible for as a South African citizen, ranked by path-to-PR first, then by lowest government fee. 1 additional pathway is restricted to other nationalities. See the footnote below.
S Pass
For mid-level skilled technical staff and associate professionals, subject to quota and levy.
Employment Pass
The primary work pass for foreign professionals, managers, executives, and technicians to work in Singapore.
Personalised Employment Pass
A premium, flexible work pass for high-earning professionals that is not tied to a specific employer.
Overseas Networks & Expertise Pass
A personalised pass for top talent across business, arts, sports, academia, and research that allows working for multiple companies at once.
EntrePass
For foreign entrepreneurs who want to start and operate a venture-backed or innovative technology business in Singapore.
Not available to South African citizens
The following Singapore pathway is restricted by treaty / partner-country agreements that don't include South Africancitizens. They're listed here so you don't spend time researching options that aren't open to you.
- WHP Work Holiday Pass (restricted partner list of 10 nationalities)
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