What can I do in Singapore after graduating if I want to look for a job?
After graduating in Singapore, you can typically apply for a non-renewable Long Term Visit Pass of one year to look for relevant employment, provided you studied at a recognised and approved Institute of Higher Learning. Later, a short-term visit pass may allow up to 90 days of job search.
After you complete your studies in Singapore, you can usually apply for a one-year, non-renewable Long Term Visit Pass to stay and look for relevant work. This applies if you studied at a recognised and approved Institute of Higher Learning.
Passes Available After Graduation
| Pass | What it allows |
|---|---|
| Long Term Visit Pass | Non-renewable, typically one year, to look for relevant employment; needs a recognised and approved Institute of Higher Learning |
| Short-term visit pass | Usually granted once your student pass has expired or been cancelled; stay of a maximum of 90 days |
Important Limits
- On the short-term visit pass, you can only search for jobs and cannot take up employment.
- The one-year pass is not renewable.
- Rules can change, so check the official Singapore immigration page for the latest conditions.
My Advice
Begin your job search well before your student pass ends, and confirm with your institution that it counts as a recognised Institute of Higher Learning. Treat the visit pass as a search window, not a work permit.
Will you actually get a job after your Singapore master's?
Talk to a counsellor about real outcomes, salaries and which courses employers hire from.
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