Former Employers Can Submit Evaluations/Recommendation Letters for Singapore EP Holders

In Singapore, former employers can provide evaluations or recommendation letters for former EP holders after canceling the Employment Pass (EP). This process helps future potential employers understand foreign employees' work performance and character. Below are the specific procedures and considerations.

1. Process for Submitting Evaluations/Recommendation Letters

1. Prerequisites Former employers can submit an application after canceling the EP, indicating their willingness to provide recommendations or evaluations for the former EP holder.
2. Submitting the Application After submitting the application, MOM will inform potential employers or employment agents applying for work passes for that foreign employee about the former employer's recommendation information.
3. Sharing Contact Information MOM will provide the former employer's contact information to potential employers or employment agents, so they can contact the former employer when needed to further understand the foreign employee's behavior, character, or work performance.
4. Direct Contact with Foreign Employees Potential employers or employment agents can also choose to contact the foreign employee directly to learn more information before deciding whether to apply for a work pass.

2. Validity Period of Recommendation Requests

• The validity period of this recommendation request is 2 years.
• During this period, the former employer can apply to withdraw the request at any time.

3. Limitations on Employer Feedback

1. Cannot Prohibit Foreign Employee Employment Based Solely on Employer Feedback MOM will not prohibit a foreign employee's future employment based on negative employer feedback alone. MOM will only take action when a foreign employee has been accused and found guilty of violating Singapore laws or Ministry of Manpower regulations.
2. Non-Employment Related Feedback Not Processed MOM will not process feedback from non-employment relationship parties such as landlords or property agents. If there are disputes, these parties can choose to seek legal advice, report to the police, or negotiate directly with the foreign employee for resolution.

Summary

Former employers can provide evaluations or recommendation letters for former EP holders after canceling the EP, which helps future potential employers assess foreign employees' character and work capabilities. This application is valid for 2 years, but employers can withdraw it at any time. Additionally, MOM will not prohibit foreign employees' employment based solely on employer feedback, unless there are violations of laws or Ministry of Manpower regulations.