FAQ

Yes. As of recent labor updates, Bhutan has been included among the Non-Traditional Source (NTS) countries from which Singapore allows recruitment for certain low- to semi-skilled job roles.

Bhutanese workers are eligible for Work Permit jobs in sectors such as:

• Construction (e.g., general workers, scaffolders, carpenters)
• Manufacturing (e.g., production operators, machine operators)
• Marine and Shipyard (e.g., welders, pipe fitters)
• Process Sector (e.g., chemical and petrochemical technicians)

Note: Bhutanese nationals are not currently eligible to work in domestic work, service sectors, or white-collar PMET jobs under this scheme.

The Work Permit is a legal pass issued by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM) for low-skilled foreign workers.

• Validity: Up to 2 years, renewable
• Tied to a specific employer
• Cannot change employers in Singapore without special approval

Bhutanese workers can apply for the following work passes:

• Work Permit (WP): For semi-skilled workers in sectors like manufacturing and services.
• S Pass: For mid-level skilled staff earning a fixed monthly salary of at least S$3,300 from 1 September 2025.
• Employment Pass (EP): For professionals, managers, and executives earning a fixed monthly salary of at least S$5,600.

No. Work Permit holders cannot bring dependents. This scheme is for individual labor migration only.

Generally, no. Work Permit holders are bound to one employer. Changing jobs usually requires returning to Bhutan and applying for a new job and permit.