Singapore operates one of the most structured and efficient immigration systems in Asia, managed entirely by the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). Unlike many Western countries where you can self-petition, Visa Sponsorship in Singapore is strictly employer-driven. This means a Singapore-registered company must apply for your work pass on your behalf; you cannot initiate this application yourself.

The system is designed to balance local employment with the need for global talent. For foreign professionals, securing a job offer is the absolute first step. Once hired, your employer becomes your sponsor, handling the administrative burden of the application, including proving that the role could not be filled by a local candidate under the Fair Consideration Framework.