- country
- Singapore
- eligibility
- Administered by the Economic Development Board (EDB) for established tech entrepreneurs/leaders/technical experts. Eligibility requires meeting BOTH: (1) last drawn fixed monthly salary in the last year of at least S$22,500; and (2) at least 5 cumulative years' experience in a leading role in a tech company valued at US$500m+ or with US$30m+ funding, OR in a VC firm managing US$500m+ in assets (experience within the prior 10 years). Holders can concurrently start/operate multiple tech companies, be an employee of Singapore-based firms, serve as consultant/mentor/lecturer, and hold director positions. Valid 2 years, renewable once for 2 more years.
- processing notes
- Renewal requires one of: S$270,000 assessable income; OR S$100,000+ annual business spending plus employing at least 1 local PME or 3 LQS; OR incorporating a Singapore tech business that secured US$10m+ cumulative investment within 36 months from programme-recognised investors. Industry sources note Tech.Pass is in transition, with a ONE Pass (AI and Tech) track announced to replace it from January 2027.
- quota
- 500 places available upon launch, on a first-come-first-served basis