---
title: "Should I upgrade from S Pass to Employment Pass (EP) before applying for PR?"
topic: "Singapore Permanent Residence (PR) FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/pr/permanent-residence-pr-should-i-upgrade-from-s-pass-to-employment-pass-ep-before-applying-for-pr"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# Should I upgrade from S Pass to Employment Pass (EP) before applying for PR?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

- Not mandatory, but an EP signals a higher skill level and salary, which can strengthen your profile. If your employer is supportive and the timing is right, upgrading first may be worthwhile.
- Weigh whether the additional time needed for the upgrade is worth the profile improvement — this depends on your current profile strength.

## Sources

- [Singapore's Retirement Age Is Now 64 — But Your Work Pass Decides Whether It Protects You](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/singapore-retirement-age-re-employment-pr-ep-holders)
- [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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