Scheme closed to new applications
MOM has ceased the Work Permit (Performing Artiste) scheme. No new foreign artistes may be hired on it; existing workers may remain until pass expiry. The retained scheme conditions below do not reopen applications.
Businesses may engage entertainment providers or eligible artistes on regular work passes. WPE may cover short performances at government/statutory-board-supported events or public performance venues, excluding bars, discotheques, lounges, nightclubs, pubs, hotels, private clubs and restaurants with CAT 1 PEL.
Service purposes
These retained directory services do not reopen the artiste scheme. Times are completion estimates in minutes, not processing periods.
| Service | Purpose | Minutes |
|---|---|---|
| Work Permit Online | Work Permit transactions; new applications use myMOM Work Permit eService | 10–20 |
| Check work pass and application status | No-login status/validity checks and worker salary information | 1–5 |
| Declare your business activity | Business-activity declaration before first WP/S application | — |
| Make or manage appointment | MOMSC/EPSC appointments | 10–20 |
| Quota Calculator | WP/S quota calculation | 5–10 |
| Check and pay foreign worker levy | View/pay levy bills | 1–5 |
| OFWAS | Worker address/mobile updates | 5 |
| Enquire about Work Permit matters | Work Permit enquiries | 10–20 |
Three forms
Full medical examination form (224 KB) supports migrant-worker WP issuance and is completed by a Singapore-registered doctor. Work Pass admin fees GIRO (214 KB) pays administrative fees; Foreign Worker Levy GIRO (222 KB) pays levy.
Official source
Written independently from official MOM source material.