Singapore Work Permit New Rules 2026

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore will tighten Work Permit rules from 2026, affecting employers and foreign workers. Expect higher levies, stricter wage checks, and tougher compliance enforcement. For most firms, manpower costs will rise unless dependency on foreign workers is reduced. Big changes are coming for companies hiring foreign workers in Singapore. From January 2026, Work Permit … Read more

KEY HIGHLIGHTS Singapore Work Permit rules for 2026 are now fully in force, affecting employers and foreign workers. Indefinite tenure, higher medical insurance coverage, and NTS hiring changes reshape manpower planning. Costs are rising — employers must plan for levies, insurance premiums, and stricter compliance. The latest updates to Singapore’s Work Permit framework are no … Read more