150 work passes approved for foreigners in tech sector since Tech.Pass scheme launch


The Tech.Pass is valid for two years and pass holders can apply for a one-time renewal of two more years if they meet the renewal criteria. - AFP

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Some 150 work passes for foreigners in the technology sector have been approved by the government since the launch of the Tech.Pass scheme in mid-January.

This is a large jump from the 90 approvals announced in July, and the 22 approvals reported in March.

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

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Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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