NTS Workers for Food & Services in Singapore
Food service, hospitality, and related services employers can hire Work Permit holders from approved NTS source countries for selected kitchen, food processing, and housekeeping occupations. Review the approved occupations and the requirements that apply to your business.
Approved NTS Occupations
- Cooks
- Food Processing Workers
- Housekeeping Workers
- Porters
Key Employer Requirements
Dependency Ratio Ceiling
Your firm must meet the prevailing services sector Dependency Ratio Ceiling and quota requirements for Work Permit holders.
Minimum Salary
NTS workers must be paid at least the prevailing minimum salary requirement set by the Ministry of Manpower for the occupation.
Approved Occupations Only
Only the food and services occupations listed on the NTS Occupation List may be hired under this framework — for example cooks, food processing workers, housekeeping workers, and porters.
Employer Eligibility
Your company must be registered and operating in Singapore in a qualifying food service, hospitality, or related activity, with the applicable licences in place.
Approved Source Countries
Candidates must be sourced from approved NTS source countries for the occupation you are hiring for.
Work Permit Process
Standard Work Permit application requirements apply, including medical examination, insurance, and the applicable security bond.
Sector eligibility, Dependency Ratio Ceiling and salary requirements are set by the Ministry of Manpower and may be updated. Please contact us for an assessment of your manpower requirement.