Complete the application forms for a long-term visitor visa (Form 14 and Form V39I) upon arrival in Singapore and have them signed by a Singaporean sponsor.
Bring the completed forms along with your Disembarkation/Embarkation card, passport with photocopy of information page, original degree and photocopy and a passport photo to the Visitor Services Center in Singapore. Your local sponsor must accompany you and bring his identity card with a photocopy.
Submit your materials along with the required application fee. Your local sponsor should receive a letter of approval in about 4 weeks. Make an appointment for a medical checkup once your application is approved.
Make an appointment to receive your long-term visitor pass. Go to the Visitor Service Center and take a queue ticket and collect your long-term visitor pass.
Complete and sign the Form 8 application for an employment pass or work permit for Singapore.
Gather the 4 copies of your Form 8, 2 passport photos and your corporate sponsorship letter or security deposit and bring them to Singapore Immigration and Registration Office.
Submit your documents along with the required application fee. Call ahead of time to determine the amount owed, as this fee may change.
Your application will be processed within six weeks. Return to the Singapore Immigration & Registration with your completed medical checkup to pick up your employment pass or work permit.
