Singapore Training Work Permit Checklist
The Training Work Permit (TWP) lets an employer bring in someone for practical training in Singapore — either a semi-skilled or unskilled employee of an overseas affiliated company, or a foreign student whose course requires the training. It is short by design: up to 6 months. Based on the official MOM guidance (mom.gov.sg), September 2026.
Who it is for
- Semi-skilled or unskilled employees from the employer's overseas affiliated company.
- Foreign students studying in Singapore, where the training is part of their course.
- The employer submits the application, not the trainee.
Duration
- All Training Work Permits are valid for up to 6 months.
Levy by sector
| Construction | $300 |
| Offsite construction | $250 |
| Manufacturing | $250 |
| Marine shipyard | $350 |
| Process | $200 |
| Services | $300 |
Quota
The number of Training Work Permit holders is capped within the company's sector foreign worker quota. The quota depends on the industry (Construction, Manufacturing, Marine shipyard, Process or Services).
Security bond and medical examination
- A security bond is required for each non-Malaysian Training Work Permit holder.
- A medical examination is not required for Training Work Permit holders.
The application fee, processing time and the full document list are not stated on the eligibility page used here, so none is asserted here.
See the full checklists hub, the Singapore Employment Pass documents checklist, the Singapore Student's Pass documents checklist, and prepare your photo with the passport photo checker or the photo size chart.
Frequently asked questions
Who can a Training Work Permit be for?
The employer can apply for (a) semi-skilled or unskilled employees from an overseas affiliated company of theirs, or (b) foreign students studying in Singapore, where the training is part of their course.
How long is a Training Work Permit valid?
All Training Work Permits are valid for up to 6 months.
How much is the levy?
The levy depends on the sector: Construction $300, Offsite construction $250, Manufacturing $250, Marine shipyard $350, Process $200, and Services $300.
Is there a quota?
Yes. The number of Training Work Permit holders is capped within the company's sector foreign worker quota.
Do I need a security bond?
A security bond is required for each non-Malaysian Training Work Permit holder.
Is a medical examination required?
No. A medical examination is not required for Training Work Permit holders.
Source: Ministry of Manpower, Singapore (mom.gov.sg), "Training Work Permit — Eligibility" — retrieved 2026-09-29. Levies and rules change, so confirm the current position on the official page before you apply.