Understanding the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)

Ministry of Manpower (MOM)The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) is a governmental body in Singapore, and its mission is to ensure better employment opportunities and a secure retirement for Singaporeans. It’s responsible for devising and implementing policies related to labor.

MOM’s role includes providing services and information related to manpower, such as issuing work passes, guiding employment practices, ensuring workplace safety and health, and sharing labor market information.

Foreign individuals wishing to work and reside in Singapore require an appropriate visa. The MOM has the jurisdiction to issue work-related permits such as the Work Permits, S Pass, EP, PEP, and EntrePass. Moreover, foreigners planning to study or live in Singapore with their family will need a Student Pass, Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP), or Dependant’s Pass (DP) – which are also issued by the MOM.

You can find more on the MOM’s official website.

 

Departments under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)

The Ministry of Manpower comprises several units, each with a specific role:

  • Communications and Engagement Department
  • Corporate Planning and Management Department
  • Customer Responsiveness Department
  • Foreign Manpower Management Division
  • Human Resource Department
  • Income Security Policy Division
  • Information Systems and Technology Department
  • Joint Operations Division
  • Labour Relations and Workplaces Division
  • Legal Services Department
  • Manpower Planning and Policy Division
  • Manpower Research and Statistics Department
  • Occupational Safety and Health Division
  • Work Pass Division
  • Workplace Policy and Strategy Division

Statutory Boards under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)

Under the purview of the MOM, there are also statutory boards, including:

  • Central Provident Fund (CPF) Board
  • Singapore Labour Foundation (SLF)
  • Workforce Singapore