---
title: "ONE Pass or Employment Pass — which should I choose?"
topic: "ONE Pass FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/one-pass/wp-one-pass-vs-ep"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# ONE Pass or Employment Pass — which should I choose?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- The ONE Pass is more flexible: no sponsoring employer, no COMPASS, and the freedom to work for or start multiple companies — but the threshold is a S$30,000 fixed monthly salary.
- The Employment Pass requires an eligible sponsoring employer and COMPASS assessment, with qualifying salaries from S$5,600 (general) or S$6,200 (financial services).
- If you are below the ONE Pass threshold, the EP is the realistic route; an occupation on the Shortage Occupation List strengthens an EP application considerably.

## Sources

- [Who Qualifies for the Singapore ONE Pass in 2026?](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/one-pass-singapore)
- [MOM — ONE Pass](https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/overseas-networks-expertise-pass)

## Related E&H service

- [ONE Pass service](https://www.eh-immigration.com/services/one-pass)

Canonical page: https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/one-pass/wp-one-pass-vs-ep