Immigration News - Global Mobility, Work permit, Singapore Singapore | COVID-19 vaccination requirements lifted Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) March 5, 2024 The Ministry of Manpower announced that, as of March 1, work pass holders are no longer required to have COVID-19 vaccinations. Key Points: Prior to March 1, work passes were only issued after COVID-19 vaccination records were verified and updated with the National Immunisation Registry. As of Feb. 13, 2023, the Singaporean government lifted all COVID-related entry requirements for those traveling to the country. MOM said it still encourages COVID-19 vaccinations for work pass holders to minimize severe illness and risk of transmission. Additional Information: Singapore’s Ministry of Health noted, “Around 80% of our population have achieved minimum protection, and around half are up to date with their vaccinations. … We should be able to manage these subsequent waves with an appropriate level of measures that does not deviate significantly form the new norm.” Information on COVID-19 vaccination locations in Singapore is available here. Read the latest Singaporean immigration news here. This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice Group. Copyright © 2024 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries, please contact copyright@bal.com.