---
title: "Can I transfer my S Pass to a new employer?"
topic: "S Pass FAQ"
resource: "https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/s-pass/transfer-s-pass-to-new-employer"
last_updated: "2026-08-12"
---

# Can I transfer my S Pass to a new employer?

Last updated: 2026-08-12

There's no direct "transfer" — the S Pass is tied to a specific employer, so a new employer must submit a fresh application. The old pass is cancelled once the new one is approved; workers sometimes need a Short-Term Visit Pass to legally remain in Singapore during the gap.

## How a change of employer works

Your S Pass is issued for a specific employer and cannot be moved. The new employer applies for a new S Pass (or another suitable pass) on your behalf, and your old pass is cancelled once the new one is approved. The new application is assessed fresh — salary, quota and levy all apply again.

## Managing the gap

If there is a gap between the old pass ending and the new pass being issued, you may need a Short-Term Visit Pass to remain in Singapore legally. Plan the transition with both employers so you are never left without valid status while waiting for the new pass.

## Sources

- [4,500 Retrenched: What Singapore Pass Holders Must Know](https://www.eh-immigration.com/articles/retrenched-singapore-ep-s-pass-pr-application)
- [MOM — S Pass](https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/s-pass)

## Related E&H service

- [Work passes service](https://www.eh-immigration.com/services/work-passes)

Canonical page: https://www.eh-immigration.com/faq/s-pass/transfer-s-pass-to-new-employer