Singapore Dependent Pass Cost After EP 202

Q: What is the minimum salary to sponsor a Dependent Pass?

In 2026, the main EP or S Pass holder must earn a minimum fixed monthly salary of S$6,000 . This threshold is based on the individual sponsor's salary alone and cannot be combined with other household income. To sponsor parents on a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), the threshold increases to S$12,000 .

As an Employment Pass (EP) holder, moving to Singapore is a good career milestone, but to have your family with you it needs a lot of financial planning. The application fee is not the only essence of the Singapore Dependant Pass (DP) in 2026.

The new requirements with the updated salary thresholds, new verification requirements in the framework of the COMPASS, and increasing healthcare expenses, it is necessary to know the total on boarding cost of the family members to have a smooth transition. This manual splits down each dollar you will use to get your family to reside.

Direct Administrative Costs.

In the process of making an application of a Dependent Pass, the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) imposes non-refundable administrative charges.1 These charges are mandatory and must be paid through the my MOM Portal.

Breakdown of Official Fees:

S$105 DP processing fee: This fee is paid when submitting every application.
MOM DP issuance fee S$225: Payable after the In-Principle Approval (IPA) is accepted and you are prepared to receive the pass issued.3
Multiple Journey Visa fee S$30: In case your dependant needs a visa to fly to Singapore, this fee is charged on top of the issuance fee.
Renewal Costs: The Dependant Pass renewal fee Singapore 2026 is the same as the first application ( S5$105 to process + S$225 to issue).6
Pro-Tip: Check with your employer on whether they pay these costs. Whereas most companies cover the EP, the costs of DP are usually the outlay of the employee.

Computation of Real On boarding Cost.

Although the actual costs are estimated to be around S$330- S360, the actual cost of the process in the real world is likely to be more than S 1000 per dependent because of the requirement of third party.

Others: Technical and Documentation Costs:
Certified Translation Fees: Birth or marriage certificates that are not in English have to be translated by an authorized body (about S$80150 per document).
Notarization fees: Depending on your home country you might have to notarize your documents at your embassy (around S$50100).
Verification Proof (C2): According to the COMPASS, certain educational qualifications of adult dependant may have to be checked on a per-application basis by a screening provider accredited by the MOM (Dr. a.b.a. S$200–S$400).

Medical/Insurance Costs in 2026.

The healthcare system of Singapore is of world standard but not subsidized among foreign residents. Compared to the holders of the Work permits, the holders of the Ensi are not legally obligated to insure the dependent, and this poses an insurance gap.

Medical Bill Requirements and Recommendations

Medical Examination Fee Singapore: A first-time applicant (15 years old and above) is required to take a medical examination, which includes a chest X-ray and HIV test.7 The cost of this is usually between S830 and S60 at a one-stop clinic.
Expat Self-Funded Medical Coverage:DP holders are not covered by health insurance, which means that one hospital visit can be very expensive (thousands). A full expat plan (privately) will cost between S$1,500 and S$4,000/year.
Vaccination Check: children below 12 are required to have their vaccination records checked with the National Immunization Registry (NIR) prior to applying (approx.10 S$3550).

Lifestyle & Education

The Dependent Pass price does not stop there with the issuance of the card. Inability to be subsidized is the greatest cost to many families.

International School Fees 2026: Predicted to pay S$25,000 to S$50,000 per annul per child. There is a low rate of admission of DP holders to local schools because citizens and PRC have high demand.
Work Eligibility: 2021 onwards, the majority of DP holders are no longer allowed to work on a Letter of Consent (LOC). They will also have to apply to their own Work Pass (EP or S Pass) and this might have to come at a separate application fee to their new employer.

FAQs

s health insurance mandatory for Dependent Pass holders?

While MOM does not legally mandate health insurance for DP holders (unlike Work Permit holders), it is highly recommended. As a non-resident, your family will not have access to subsidized healthcare. Private medical insurance is essential to avoid paying full “foreigner rates” for hospitalizations, which can exceed S$10,000 for minor surgeries.

What is the minimum salary to sponsor a Dependent Pass?

In 2026, the main EP or S Pass holder must earn a minimum fixed monthly salary of S$6,000. This threshold is based on the individual sponsor’s salary alone and cannot be combined with other household income. To sponsor parents on a Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), the threshold increases to S$12,000.

Final Thoughts

The overall price of a Dependant Pass of EP holders in 2026 consists of administrative charges and mandatory logistics which have no visible difference. Having already budgeted S$1,200 or more to cover the first move (no insurance) you will not be worried about any sudden bills coming to pass during your relocation.

It can also decrease the administrative burden of Ha and even decrease the agency service fees by processing entire family members simultaneously to manage Concurrent EP and DP renewal savings.

Disclaimer:

This is the informational and educational article. It is recommended that the readers should check the information in the credible sources, including the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website, prior to making the decisions.