S’pore stops accepting new work pass holders from high Covid-19 risk places, including maids


The Manpower Ministry said it will reschedule entry into Singapore for work pass holders who had earlier obtained approval - ST

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/ANN): Singapore has stopped accepting new entry applications for work pass holders from higher-risk countries or regions due to Covid-19 with immediate effect, except for workers needed for key strategic projects and infrastructural works.

The Manpower Ministry on Friday (May 7) said it will also reschedule entry into Singapore from Tuesday for work pass holders who had earlier obtained approval to come to the Republic.

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