Last updated: 2026-08-20

What is an In-Principle Approval (IPA)?

An IPA is a provisional approval letter from MOM indicating a work pass application is approved in principle, subject to final checks. It lets the applicant enter Singapore and complete formalities (medical, card collection) to activate the pass.

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