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Entrepreneur & Founder Residency

We incorporate your company and apply for your Employment Pass — giving you legal residency in Singapore as your own boss.

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IBM
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JPMorgan Chase
Haier
Applied Materials
ISS
Intel
McKinsey & Company
Prosegur
Singtel
Overview

What Is Entrepreneur & Founder Residency?

The Entrepreneur & Founder Residency pathway allows foreign entrepreneurs and professionals to live and work in Singapore by setting up their own company. Unlike a traditional EP sponsored by an employer, you become the director and shareholder of your own Singapore-registered company, which then sponsors your Employment Pass.

E&H handles the entire process end-to-end — from incorporating your company with ACRA to submitting your EP application to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). This is a proven pathway to Singapore residency for entrepreneurs and self-starters.

Key Benefits

Full control over your own business in Singapore
Legal residency via Employment Pass for you and your family
Access to Singapore's pro-business ecosystem and low tax rates
Pathway to Permanent Residence and eventually Citizenship
Ability to hire local and foreign employees
Leverage Singapore's extensive free trade agreements

Our Process

How We Help You

A clear, structured journey from first consultation to final approval — guided by our experts every step of the way.

Eligibility Assessment

We evaluate your professional background, qualifications, and intended business activity to confirm you are a strong candidate for the entrepreneur EP route.

01

Company Incorporation

We handle the full ACRA registration of your Singapore company — including selecting the right business structure, share capital, and SSIC codes for your industry.

02

EP Application Preparation

We prepare a compelling EP application — including your credentials, business plan, and COMPASS compliance review — positioning your company as a credible sponsor.

03

MOM Submission & Follow-up

We submit your Employment Pass application to MOM, track its progress, and handle all correspondence, In-Principle Approval collection, and EP issuance steps.

04

Family & Renewal Support

We coordinate Dependant's Pass and LTVP applications for your family, and support your EP renewals and pathway towards Permanent Residence.

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Eligibility

Who Can Apply?

The entrepreneur & founder residency route is ideal for professionals and entrepreneurs who meet the following criteria.

Requirement
Typical EP
Entrepreneur EP
Minimum salary of S$5,000/month (varies by sector & experience)
Recognised degree or professional qualifications
Employer/company sponsor in Singapore
You are the company director & shareholder
Relevant entrepreneurial or professional experience

Not sure if you qualify? Our free consultation will assess your profile and advise on the best approach.

Why It Matters

Why Getting Your EP Application Right the First Time Matters Right the First Time Matters

Entrepreneur EP applications face additional scrutiny from MOM. Incomplete or poorly prepared documentation can lead to rejection — and re-applying is harder.

MOM evaluates your business viability, not just your qualifications.
Entrepreneur applications require a credible and well-structured business plan to pass scrutiny.
Reviewing entrepreneur EP application paperwork

Common Challenges Applicants Face

Business Plan Scrutiny: MOM requires a detailed and viable business plan. Generic or unrealistic plans are a leading cause of rejection for entrepreneur EP applications.
COMPASS Framework Compliance: Your application needs to meet the points-based COMPASS criteria. Without expert guidance, it's easy to fall short on diversity or qualification benchmarks.
Company Setup Complexities: Proper company incorporation, share structure, and paid-up capital requirements must all be in place before MOM will even consider your EP application.
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Why E&H

Why Choose E&H Immigration Consultancy?

Your entrepreneur EP application deserves more than a one-size-fits-all approach. Here's what sets us apart.

25+ Years of Collective Experience

Our seasoned team brings decades of hands-on immigration expertise, having successfully guided thousands through the application process.

Unmatched Professionalism

From the first consultation to the final outcome, every interaction is handled with the utmost care, accuracy, and respect for your time.

Full Transparency

We give you an honest assessment of your chances upfront — no hidden fees, no inflated promises. You'll always know exactly where you stand.

Personalised Attention

Every application we handle is unique. We take the time to understand your background and craft a strategy tailored specifically to you.

Thorough & Meticulous

We invest weeks building a compelling case with multiple rounds of document review, ensuring nothing is left to chance before submission.

End-to-End Support

From eligibility assessment through to post-approval obligations, our team stays by your side at every milestone of your journey.

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E&H Immigration Consultancy

E&H Immigration Consultancy has built its reputation on trust, results, and genuine care for every client. With over 10,000 applications submitted and a 4.8-star Google rating, we are one of Singapore's most trusted immigration agencies.

Real Clients. Real Results.

What Our Clients Say

4.8· 100+ Google Reviews

E&H guided us through every step of our PR application. Their attention to detail and personalised approach made all the difference — we got approved on the first try!

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Amanda T.

2 months ago

Incredibly professional and thorough. They knew exactly how to position my profile and the result was a successful PR approval. Highly recommend.

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James L.

4 months ago

The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about our outcome. Worth every cent — our application was approved faster than expected.

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Priya S.

1 month ago

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