Master Your EP Application with MOM Qualification Verification Proof | New COMPASS Criteria from 1 September 2023!

As stated on the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website, a new requirement for verification proof will be implemented for all post-secondary diplomas and above qualifications declared in Employment Pass (EP) applications. This new requirement will take effect for new EP applications from 1 September 2023 and for renewals from 1 September 2024. It is mandatory to provide verification proof if the qualification is declared in the EP application, and this is necessary for employers who need points from these qualifications to pass COMPASS. Please note that if the qualification is not required for points, employers are not obligated to declare them.

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Qualification Verification for E-Pass, S-Pass and TEP

eeCheck is one of the selected background screening companies by the Ministry of Manpower, Government of Singapore (MOM) to conduct education verification, qualification verification and institution accreditation check and provide candidates of work pass application with a verification proof.

Based on whether the awarding institutions you are declaring on your application are on the Application Drop Down List in the MOM website, you may be required to submit the verification proof for the authenticity of the qualification and accreditation status of the institution. Read the corresponding verification proof requirements below and if needed, connect with eeCheck and speak with one of our professional consultants to see if qualification verification or institution accreditation check would be required for your work permit application.

As per the guidelines specified on the official Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/employment-pass/documents-required), as part of the COMPASS system rollout, it is required that any post-secondary diploma or higher qualifications declared to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) must be substantiated with a corresponding verification proof. This mandate applies to all new Employment Pass (EP) applications beginning 1st September 2023, and to renewals commencing 1st September 2024.
For employers seeking to accrue points through these qualifications in the COMPASS system, it is crucial to include them in the EP application. Otherwise, the declaration of qualifications and the corresponding verification proofs are not necessary.

Concerning the requirements for verification proof, it is incumbent on employers to ascertain that their candidates’ qualifications are both genuine and issued by authorized institutions.
If the awarding institution of a qualification is not listed in the MOM application form’s dropdown menu, verification proof should be provided for the following two aspects:

  • The authenticity of the qualification
  • The accreditation status of the awarding institution

In cases where the awarding institution is listed in the dropdown menu, the verification proof required would pertain to the authenticity of the qualification alone.

*Note that checks for authenticity affirm that the qualification was indeed conferred upon the candidate, while accreditation checks validate the qualification’s recognition by the local governing authority.

As per the guidelines specified on the official Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/s-pass/documents-required), if the education qualification you declared in your application is from an institution that does not appear in the application form’s drop-down list, a verification proof would be required.

As per the guidelines specified on the official Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website (https://www.mom.gov.sg/passes-and-permits/training-employment-pass/documents-required), if the education qualification you declared in your application is from an institution that does not appear in the application form’s drop-down list, a verification proof would be required.

Global Coverage: eeCheck’s services have a worldwide reach and provide verification services for countries across the globe. The scenarios where eeCheck may not be able to assist with education verification is in countries where it is prohibited because of global sanction with law and regulatory governance or data transfer/communication with the source are disrupted owing to the specific countries’ specific warfare and related issues. Otherwise, eeCheck’s solutions cater to clients from all corners of the globe, ensuring hassle-free education verification processes.

1. Connect with eeCheck and tell us about the requirements and set up a corporate account:

Once we have received your inquiry and information, our professional consultants will reach out to you for the next steps or additional information to get you started.

2. Payment

3. Online Portal for Case Submission & Management

4. Online Candidate Document Submission & Consent Forms

5. Online Portal for Progress Tracking & Reporting

Other customized workflows including email communication and API integration with different Applicant Tracking System (ATS) are also available. Connect with eeCheck today to learn more about how we may assist you to set up the MOM Verification Program effectively.

1. Connect with eeCheck and tell us about the requirements (e.g., country of the qualification, institution name and application type):

Once we have received your inquiry and information, our professional consultants will reach out to you for the next steps or additional information to get you started.

2. Payment

3. Online Document Submission & Consent Forms

Connect with eeCheck today and let our professional consultants to take you through the entire process immediately and effectively!

Streamlining Employment Verification for ONE Pass in Singapore with eeCheck

Employment Proof Verification for ONE Pass

As per required for Overseas & Network Expertise (ONE) Pass, employment verification proof is needed from one of the listed background screening companies on the website of Ministry of Manpower, Government of Singapore (MOM). eeCheck may assist employers and candidates to conduct such service with our experienced consultants.
Global Coverage: eeCheck’s services have a worldwide reach and provide verification services for countries across the globe. The scenarios where eeCheck may not be able to assist with education verification is in countries where it is prohibited because of global sanction with law and regulatory governance or data transfer/communication with the source are disrupted owing to the specific countries’ specific warfare and related issues. Otherwise, eeCheck’s solutions cater to clients from all corners of the globe, ensuring hassle-free education verification processes.

1. Connect with eeCheck and tell us about the requirements and set up a corporate account:

Once we have received your inquiry and information, our professional consultants will reach out to you for the next steps or additional information to get you started.

2. Payment

3. Online Portal for Case Submission & Management

4. Online Candidate Document Submission & Consent Forms

5. Online Portal for Progress Tracking & Reporting

Other customized workflows including email communication and API integration with different Applicant Tracking System (ATS) are also available. Connect with eeCheck today to learn more about how we may assist you to set up the MOM Verification Program effectively.

1. Connect with eeCheck and tell us about the requirements (e.g., country of the qualification, institution name and application type):

Once we have received your inquiry and information, our professional consultants will reach out to you for the next steps or additional information to get you started.

2. Payment

3. Online Document Submission & Consent Forms

Connect with eeCheck today and let our professional consultants to take you through the entire process immediately and effectively!

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Qualification Proof/Accreditation Check

Global Price Range

Qualification/Institution Accreditation Verification for E-Pass, S-Pass and TEP: The below is a country/region chart for the general pricing range for our premium services. You may check for the necessity of the accreditation check to see if your institution is listed in the MOM application Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) drop down list. Our professional consultants are always more than happy to give you guidance and advice on this matter.

Country/RegionSGD
APAC Regions (e.g., Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam)15 – 65
Europe (e.g., France, Germany, Italy, United Kingdom (UK), Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland)
15 – 65
North America (e.g., Canada, Mexico, United States (US))15 – 65
South America (e.g., Brazil)18 – 68
Africa (e.g., South Africa)18 – 68
Other Countries15 – 68
*Please note that certain institutions/employers/data sources may charge for extra processing fees that potentially need to be covered by clients in which eeCheck will advise prior to processing. The fees may also vary based on Client’s requirements and arrangement needs. Connect with eeCheck to find out how we can assist you in your next MOM verification.

Qualification Proof/Accreditation Check

Delivery Time

Qualification/Institution Accreditation Verification for E-Pass, S-Pass and TEP: This section provides an estimated range of delivery time, measured in business days, for the process starting from the initiation of the verification until the submission of the report to the client. Please remember, delivery time range is on average and may extend up to 15 business days. Please feel free to connect with our experts directly to understand the current average delivery time for the specific country/region.

Country/RegionBusiness DaysCountry/RegionBusiness DaysCountry/RegionBusiness Days
Australia2 – 8Mexico6 – 15Brazil7 – 15
Canada2 – 9New Zealand2 – 8China2 – 8
France6 – 15South Korea4 – 10Germany4 – 15
Hong Kong5 – 12Switzerland5 – 12India5 – 15
Indonesia5 – 12United Kingdom (UK)3 – 10Italy5 – 12
United States (US)2 – 8Japan2 – 8Vietnam5 – 12
Malaysia3 – 10Other Countries2 – 15

*Please be advised that the provided estimates are based on standard scenarios. Delivery times may be influenced by specific country and school holiday schedules. Should there be potential anomalies or discrepancies in the data, additional time may be required to guarantee the utmost precision in our findings. Our commitment is to prioritize the quality and dependability of the information we deliver.

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Ensuring Qualification and Employment Proof:

6 Best Practices for Effective MOM Verification for Qualification and Employment Proof

Integrate the MOM verification with the existing employment screening process by creating an integrated process for consent forms and data collection from candidates for both general employment background checks and MOM verification.

Establish an integrated reporting channel and access for both the background check and MOM reports for the employer and its HR, Compliance and other related departments.

Ensure your HR team is fully prepared to collect the necessary information and documents from the data subject (such as degree certificates and mark sheets from India) to avoid potential delays in the data gathering process and any back-and-forth communication with eeCheck. Do go ahead and request a list of potential documents needed for the verification service when working with us.

Develop internal protocols and policies for data privacy, release, and protection to maintain the confidentiality of the data subject’s personal information.

Take a transparent and hand-in-hand approach with the data subject by providing progress updates and requesting additional information from the institution when necessary.

Starting the verification process as soon as possible can help avoid potential delays (such as time for the data subject to gather the required information) even though eeCheck endeavors to ensure the fastest turnaround time.

FAQs

If you are required to conduct qualification verification for your work permit application and not sure if accreditation verification is needed, you may check to see if your institution can be found in the MOM application drop down list. As always, connect with eeCheck to speak with our professional consultants and we will be more than happy to assist you on this matter.

MOM would require your credential to be issued by an accredited institution. eeCheck is experienced in providing such service.

Via the list of accredited institutions published by authorities and reputable accreditation agencies, an institution’s accreditation information is cross-checked accordingly.

Yes. Please be prepared to collect or provide the necessary authorization for eeCheck to gather the required documents to complete the verification.

Having the credentials verified prior to the application would be the most ideal way to approach this. Do take into account the time required to verify the credential in which turnaround time varies across different countries. Speak with an eeCheck representative today for the corresponding information.

  • New EP application – September 1, 2023
  • EP renewal application – September 1, 2024

Yes. At the time of submitting your work permit renewal application to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), you can include the report accompanied by its corresponding tracking number. This ensures the seamless integration of your renewal process.

In line with the new qualification verification procedure implemented in September 2023, work permit applicants are required to submit their qualification verification proof to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) only once.

As part of a new requirement, the MOM mandates a specific report format, which includes a specially designed summary and a unique report reference number. To meet these new demands, eeCheck will transition to issuing reports in this updated format from August 2023.

For those applying for a work permit after September 1, 2023, but possessing a report in the previous format, it will be essential to reach out to either eeCheck or the corresponding background screening company. This is to have your reports reissued in the newly stipulated format. Please be advised that, due to the predetermined retention period, eeCheck may not be capable of reissuing some reports. In such situations, it would be necessary to re-engage eeCheck’s services to procure a report that aligns with the new format requirements.

No. The MOM reports have specific format and requirements. Please indicate to eeCheck prior to proceeding for the corresponding. background checks if the education verification is intended to be submitted to MOM

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