---
title: "Do PRs need a work pass to work?"
topic: "Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/pr/permanent-residence-pr-do-prs-need-a-work-pass-to-work"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# Do PRs need a work pass to work?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- No work pass required for PRs.
- Some professions need professional registration (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, architecture, law, etc.).

## Sources

- [Singapore Work Pass Guide: EP, S Pass & More](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/comprehensive-guide-to-work-passes-in-singapore)
- [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)

Canonical page: https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/pr/permanent-residence-pr-do-prs-need-a-work-pass-to-work