After I graduate, how long can I stay in Singapore under the Long-Term Social Visit Pass (LTVP) to look for a job?

Once you graduate from a recognized Singapore Institute of Higher Learning, the Long-Term Social Visit Pass gives you twelve months to stay in the country specifically to look for relevant employment. This pass is granted only once, since it cannot be renewed, so your job search timeline is fixed from the day it is issued. Planning your search early makes better use of this window.

LTVP Post Study Job Search Details

How to Apply and What Comes Next

• Apply online through the e-VP system on the ICA website after your Student's Pass is cancelled or has expired
• Use the twelve month period to actively search for a role that meets minimum salary requirements
• Once you find a qualifying job, your employer applies for a professional work visa on your behalf, such as an S Pass or an Employment Pass

Because the LTVP cannot be extended, treat the twelve months as a hard deadline rather than a flexible estimate when mapping out your job hunt after graduation.

My Advice

Start building your job search plan before your course even ends, so you are not starting from zero once your twelve month LTVP clock begins. Keep your salary expectations aligned with what qualifies for an S Pass or Employment Pass, since that is the bridge from LTVP to a longer term stay.