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At a glance

When to renew 7 to 12 weeks before the permit expires. You can go to WP Online to view the list of workers eligible for renewal
Who can renew Employer or appointed employment agent (EA)
How much it costs $35 per renewal
How long it takes The outcome is immediate
You can make an appeal if your worker is not eligible to get a renewal. However, your appeal is unlikely to be successful unless you provide new information when you appeal.

When to renew

You should renew the Work Permit 7 to 12 weeks before it expires. Otherwise, an overstaying fine will be imposed.

If your worker plans to travel overseas just before the Work Permit expiry date, you should renew the Work Permit before he leaves Singapore.

You can go to WP Online to:

  • View the list of workers eligible for renewal.
  • Print a copy of the renewal letter if you didn’t receive it.

Late renewals

If you renew the Work Permit late, you’re still liable for the levy after it expires. Levy penalties or overstaying fine, if applicable, may also be imposed.

You can request for an extension if you’re unable to renew the Work Permit on time.

Renewal requirements

You will need the following documents and information for renewal:

Documents and information Instructions

Scanned copy of the personal particulars page of the worker’s passport (including pages that have amendments)

Check that the worker’s passport has enough validity to cover the intended period of employment. To get a 2-year Work Permit, the passport needs to be valid for at least 25 months.
Security bond (for non-Malaysian workers)

Get a new security bond and complete the Security Bond Form.

The bank or insurance company must send us the new security bond details before you renew the permit.

The effective date of the security bond can be post-dated up to 1 day after the expiry date of the existing Work Permit.
Medical insurance

Extend your worker’s existing medical insurance or get a new policy.

You can buy the medical insurance from the same bank or insurance company where you buy the security bond.
Work Permit renewal notice and application form Print this form in WP Online.
Full medical examination form Check your renewal notice and application form to see if your worker needs to complete a full medical examination for their Work Permit renewal.
Details for card delivery (only if the notification letter states that the worker will be getting a new card)

You will need:

  • An address (home or office) where the card will be delivered.
  • The names, NRIC, FIN or passport numbers, mobile numbers and email addresses of up to 3 authorised recipients to receive the card.

If your workers require the Primary Care Plan (PCP), you need to complete the following steps before renewing:

  • After receiving the Work Permit renewal notice, buy the PCP for workers who either stay in dormitories (that can accommodate 7 or more workers) or work in the CMP sectors.
  • Before the Work Permit can be renewed, declare the PCP purchase on WP Online.

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