Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) Singapore: Guide for Indian Families

Complete guide to Singapore LTVP and LTVP+ for NRI families — LTVP vs LTVP+ distinction, salary thresholds (SGD 6K spouse / SGD 12K parents), EPOL application, work rights, pass validity, and India-side FEMA implications.

Long Term Visit Pass (LTVP) Singapore: Guide for Indian Families

The LTVP is the principal mechanism for EP holders to bring parents to Singapore. LTVP and LTVP+ are distinct instruments.

LTVP vs LTVP+

LTVP: granted at ICA discretion for family members who do not qualify for DP. No automatic work authorisation.

LTVP+: enhanced variant for spouses of Citizens/PRs. Automatic work authorisation.

Salary Thresholds

DP (spouse/children): SGD 6,000/month. LTVP (parents): SGD 12,000/month.

Application Process via EPOL

Through ICA EPOL system at epol.ica.gov.sg.

Work Rights

LTVP holders need LOC or own work pass. LTVP+ holders have automatic work authorisation.

Pass Validity and Link to the Main Pass

Linked to primary EP. When EP cancelled, LTVP affected.

LTVP for Parents: Practical Considerations

Parent on LTVP treated as foreign visitor for healthcare — unsubsidised rates.

India-Side Implications

FEMA status may be affected. Indian citizenship unaffected by LTVP.

This article is general information only.