---
title: "Do I need an employer's sponsorship to apply for PR?"
topic: "Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/pr/permanent-residence-pr-do-i-need-an-employer-s-sponsorship-to-apply-for-pr"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# Do I need an employer's sponsorship to apply for PR?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- No. Employer sponsorship is not required.

## Sources

- [Singapore PR Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply and What ICA Looks For](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/eligibility-criteria-for-singapore-pr-a-complete-overview)
- [ICA — Permanent Residence (PR)](https://www.ica.gov.sg/reside/PR)

## Related E&H service

- [Singapore PR service](https://www.eh-immigration.com/services/singapore-pr)

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