With a degree in electronic engineering from Jiaotong University, practical experience in Singapore’s top technology companies, anda composite background of AI+financial science and technology,Mr.Z has successfully obtained theapproval ofMOM, and the whole process is precisely escorted, with2years ofEPquickly arriving, leading the new trend of immigration of scientific and technological talents.
1、Science and technology elite background fits Singapore’s digital economy policy
Mr.Z graduated from Jiao Tong University majoring in electrical engineering and later worked in Singapore’s leading technology companies as a key technical position, with rich experience in international cutting-edge technology and local landing practice ability.
He has beenworking in the field of AI(Artificial Intelligence) and financial technology for a long time, and has acomposite professional background of“Artificial Intelligence + Computer Engineering“, which is in line with Singapore’s digital economy strategy and development direction.
The United Morning Post has repeatedly reported that in recent years, Singapore has focused on introducingcomposite hard-core talentswith AI,FinTech, smart manufacturing, data science, etc., to promote the development of the country’s fourth industry.
The MOM clearly states thatthe EPis for expatriate professionals, managers and senior executives with recognized tertiary qualifications and market competitive salaries, usually starting atS$5,000 to S$10,500 per month, with salary requirements increasing with age.
Mr.Zhimself has excellent academic qualifications and salary package, which well meets this threshold. At the same time, his company is a locally registered enterprise in Singapore or a designated agent for filing, which is in full compliance withthe application process and requirements ofMOM.
2、Accurate escort application: Successfully get SingaporeEP
Beforesubmitting the EP application,Mr.Z and his technology company conducted a detailed background check, andthe MOMrequired that all education and experience beverifiedbya third-party organization approved bythe MOM, which usually takes one to two weeks.Mr.Z ‘s education and internship and work certificates were all in place, and the information was true, clear, and cogent, which greatly enhanced the efficiency of the approval process.
The formal application wassubmittedby the company onMay22ndthroughMOM‘s officialEP eService system. According toMOM‘s guidelines,feedback or approval isusuallygiven within10working days (up to8weeksfor overseas companies without Singapore registration)if the documents are complete, the position is matched and the salary is eligible.
Mr.Z meets all the criteria for local registered business applications, so the approval process was swift.The EPapproval noticewas receivedonJune4and the whole process was very smooth.
After the approval ofEP, the company andMr.Zcompleted the card registration appointment and related proceduresin accordance withMOM‘s procedures. According toMOM‘s guidelines, after the approval of EP, it is necessary to go to EP Services Centre to register for photo-taking, collect fingerprints andcomplete the activation of e-PassthroughSingpass, and Mr.Zwent toMOM‘s registration center to complete these stepsas scheduled, and receivedtheEPcardsmoothly, realizingthe “entry and start work“.
Photo/Chief Z has been successfully approved for EP in Singapore, stolen image must be punished!
3. Industry impact and future outlook
Thesuccessful approval of Mr.Z’s SingaporeEPis not only an important milestone in his personal career development, but also represents a successful case of Singapore’s technology talent introduction mechanism.
MOMclearly stated that, looking to the future, Singapore will continue to attracttalentswithhigh-end composite skills in AI, fintech, data analytics, etc., in order to promote the deepening of the digital economy and the innovation ecosystem.the case of Mr.Zjust confirms this strategic orientation.
The United Daily News has also pointed out that all walks of life in Singapore attach great importance tothe role of“science and technology visa“in attracting the world’s top science and technology talents, especially in theAIand financial technology and other gold track areas, emerging engineers and project leaders in line with national strategies, thechances ofobtainingthe approval ofthe EPand the speed of the markedly increased.
For Mr.Z,EPis valid for24months and can be renewed before expiry.EPholders are eligible toapply for Dependant’s Passfor their spouse andchildren under21years of age, or even apply forPRin the future, and can also apply for Long Term Visitor Visa for Parents (LTVP) and other benefitsif their monthly salary reaches a certain standard.
[Conclusion]
With the background of electronic engineering from Jiaotong University, experience in Singapore’s top tech companies and “AI+ Fintech” compound ability,Mr.Zcooperated with the company’s precise preparation and MOM material review process, and succeeded in theEP, demonstrating the great advantage of the combination of “tech visas + hardcore talents” in Singapore’s great advantage.
This success story not only serves as an inspiration for more tech talents with dual experience in international technology and local practices, but also reflects the Singapore EP system’s ability to execute its talent strategy in the era of the digital economy.
Note:References are fromMOMSingapore, United Morning Post, synthesizedfrom GeneralZ’s dictation, reproduced with attribution.
