Employer of Record Singapore
Hire Employees in Singapore Without Setting Up a Company
Hire employees in Singapore without setting up a local entity. FastLaneRecruit acts as your legal employer through our Singapore entity, allowing you to build and manage a local team without the time, cost, and complexity of incorporation. We take care of the full employment lifecycle so you can focus on growing your business, not navigating regulatory processes.
From payroll processing and CPF contributions to tax compliance and HR administration, everything is handled in one unified system. Your employees are fully onboarded and managed in line with Singapore’s employment regulations, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and full legal compliance at every step.
No spreadsheets, no juggling multiple vendors, and no local setup delays. Just fast, compliant hiring in Singapore through a single trusted partner that keeps your operations simple, scalable, and risk-free.
Why Use an Employer of Record in Singapore?
Singapore is one of Asia’s most advanced hiring hubs, supported by a highly stable economy, strong legal system, and a globally competitive talent pool. It is a preferred location for companies expanding into Southeast Asia due to its business-friendly environment, strong infrastructure, and highly skilled workforce.
However, hiring in Singapore requires strict compliance with local employment regulations, including mandatory CPF contributions, IRAS tax reporting, Employment Act obligations, and proper worker classification rules. These requirements demand accuracy and ongoing administration, and setting up a local entity can take significant time, delaying hiring and increasing operational complexity.
With FastLaneRecruit Singapore EOR services, you can:
- Hire employees without registering a local company
- Onboard talent in days instead of months
- Stay fully compliant with Singapore employment law
- Manage CPF contributions, payroll, and tax obligations accurately
- Reduce HR, legal, and administrative workload
- Scale your team flexibly based on business demand
- Enter Singapore and wider APAC markets faster and with lower risk
Singapore Employment Law Snapshot
Employment in Singapore is governed by the Employment Act and related regulations administered by the Ministry of Manpower Singapore. Below is a simplified compliance overview:
Key Employment Regulations in Singapore
| Category | Details |
| Currency | Singapore Dollar (SGD) |
| Working Hours | 44 hours per week (standard under Employment Act) |
| Public Holidays | 11 days annually |
| Tax Year | Jan 1 – Dec 31 |
| Languages | English, Mandarin, Malay, Tamil |
| Minimum Monthly Benchmark | ~S$1,600 (local market baseline for full-time roles) |
| Employment Law | Governed by the Employment Act administered by Ministry of Manpower Singapore |
| CPF Contributions | Mandatory employer and employee contributions based on salary and age group |
| Payroll System | Monthly payroll cycle in SGD with statutory CPF and tax compliance |
| Misclassification Risk | Up to S$60,000 fines, CPF arrears, and legal penalties |
| Payroll Accuracy Expectation | ~99.95% cycle accuracy standard in compliant payroll systems |
| Overtime Pay | 1.5x hourly basic rate for eligible employees under Employment Act |
| Annual Leave | 7–14 days depending on years of service |
| Sick Leave | Up to 14 days outpatient + 60 days hospitalization (subject to eligibility) |
| Public Holidays | 11 paid public holidays per year |
| Probation Period | Typically 3–6 months (defined in employment contract) |
| Notice Period | Based on employment contract or statutory minimum under Employment Act |
| Termination Rules | Must follow contractual notice or payment in lieu, with fair dismissal requirements |
| Work Pass Requirement | Foreign employees must hold valid Employment Pass or S Pass (if applicable) |
| Social Security System | Central Provident Fund (CPF) administered by Central Provident Fund Board |
Statutory Contributions in Singapore (CPF System)
Singapore uses a mandatory savings scheme called CPF instead of traditional pension systems.
| Contribution | Employer | Employee | Notes |
| CPF (Central Provident Fund) | Up to ~17% (varies by age & wage ceiling) | Up to ~20% (varies by age & wage ceiling) | Based on age & salary ceiling |
| Skills Development Levy (SDL) | 0.25% (employer-only contribution) | 0% | Employer-only |
| Income Tax | Not withheld; employer reports income annually to IRAS | Paid directly by employee via annual assessment | Managed by Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore |
| Payroll Processing & Filing | Managed by EOR (monthly payroll + CPF + IRAS reporting) | Not applicable |
What FastLaneRecruit Handles
We provide full-service employment management in Singapore:
Payroll & Compliance
- Monthly payroll processing in SGD
- CPF & SDL statutory submissions
- Tax compliance support (IRAS reporting)
HR & Employment Management
- Employment contracts aligned with Singapore law
- Employee onboarding & documentation
- Leave tracking & HR administration
- Offboarding & termination compliance
Employee Experience Support
- Dedicated HR assistance
- Payroll support and queries
- Compliance updates and advisory
EOR vs Setting Up a Company in Singapore
| Feature | Employer of Record (EOR) | Local Entity |
| Time to Hire | 1–2 weeks | 1–4 months |
| Setup Cost | None | High (incorporation, legal, office setup) |
| Payroll Compliance | Fully managed (CPF, SDL, payroll processing) | Internal responsibility |
| CPF Contributions | Managed and filed by EOR | Employer-managed and submitted directly |
| Tax Registration (IRAS) | Not required for client entity | Required for local company |
| HR Administration | Fully included (contracts, onboarding, offboarding) | Internal HR team required |
| Local Director Requirement | Not required | Required for incorporation |
| Employment Law Compliance | Managed under Employment Act via EOR entity | Fully company responsibility |
| Misclassification Risk | Shared with EOR (reduced exposure) | Fully borne by company |
| Scalability | Fast, flexible hiring across APAC | Slower expansion and restructuring needed |
| Best For | Market entry, pilot hiring, fast scaling | Long-term established operations |
Employer of Record in Singapore is the fastest and lowest-risk way to hire talent without incorporating a local entity, while ensuring full compliance with CPF, tax, and employment regulations under the Ministry of Manpower Singapore.
Employment Pass & Expat Hiring Support
Hiring foreign talent in Singapore requires compliance with work pass regulations governed by the Ministry of Manpower Singapore, including eligibility checks, salary thresholds, and approved employment structures.
FastLaneRecruit supports employers with end-to-end expatriate hiring compliance, ensuring a smooth and legally compliant onboarding process through our Singapore EOR entity.
We provide:
- Employment Pass (EP) and S Pass eligibility guidance
- Work pass application and documentation support
- Compliant payroll setup for expatriates in SGD
- CPF applicability assessment based on employee status
- Relocation and onboarding coordination for international hires
We help ensure your foreign hires are legally employed, fully compliant, and operational in Singapore without the need for a local entity or internal immigration expertise.
How Much Does Employer of Record Cost in Singapore?
Hiring through an Employer of Record in Singapore is a cost-effective way to build a local team without the complexity, cost, and time required to establish a Singapore entity.
With FastLaneRecruit, pricing starts from USD 259 per employee per month, covering core employment services including compliant employment contracts, monthly payroll processing, CPF and SDL administration, and ongoing HR and compliance support.
There are no hidden setup fees, and you only pay for the employees you hire. This makes EOR an ideal solution for market entry, pilot hiring, or regional expansion across Singapore and the wider APAC region. For larger teams, multi-country hiring, or customised workforce structures, contact us for a tailored quote and we’ll design the most efficient and compliant setup for your business.
Pricing Starting From (Per Employee)
Includes payroll processing, statutory contribution calculations, payslips, and salary disbursement.
USD 259 per month
How Our Employer of Record Service Works
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Step 1: Select Your Candidate
You identify the talent you want to hire in Singapore, regardless of whether you have a local entity.
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Step 2: Employment Contract Setup
We prepare a fully compliant employment contract aligned with Singapore’s Employment Act and regulatory requirements governed by the Ministry of Manpower Singapore.
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Step 3: Employee Onboarding
We onboard your employee through our Singapore legal entity and complete all required employment setup, including CPF registration where applicable and payroll system activation.
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Step 4: Payroll & Statutory Compliance
We manage monthly payroll in SGD, process CPF and SDL contributions, and ensure full compliance with IRAS reporting and Singapore employment regulations.
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Step 5: Ongoing Compliance & HR Support
We handle HR administration, employee lifecycle management, and regulatory updates so your business remains fully compliant without internal HR overhead.
Why Choose FastLaneRecruit for EOR in Singapore?
As a trusted employment partner in Asia, FastLaneRecruit provides end-to-end Employer of Record services powered by local Singapore compliance expertise and regional HR capability.
Local Singapore Expertise
Deep understanding of CPF rules, payroll processing, IRAS reporting, and Employment Act requirements.
Fully Compliant Hiring
Every contract, payroll cycle, and statutory filing is managed in accordance with Singapore labour regulations under the Ministry of Manpower Singapore.
Faster Market Entry
Hire employees in days instead of waiting months for company incorporation and setup.
APAC Expansion Support
Scale beyond Singapore into multiple markets with one unified EOR partner across the region.
Dedicated HR & Payroll Specialists
Get real human support for onboarding, payroll, compliance queries, and employee lifecycle management.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Our Employer of Record Singapore Services
Got more questions?
Yes. With an Employer of Record like FastLaneRecruit, you can legally hire employees in Singapore without incorporating a local company. We act as the legal employer while you manage day-to-day work and performance.
Employers are required to contribute to the Central Provident Fund (CPF) and Skills Development Levy (SDL). CPF rates vary based on employee age and salary level, while SDL is a fixed employer-only contribution. These obligations are fully managed by FastLaneRecruit.
We manage end-to-end payroll processing in SGD, including salary calculations, CPF and SDL contributions, and mandatory reporting to the Central Provident Fund Board and IRAS. This ensures full compliance with Singapore employment regulations.
Notice periods are typically defined in the employment contract and may vary depending on seniority and service length. If not specified, statutory minimum notice periods under the Employment Act will apply.
Yes. Expatriates can be hired through our EOR service, provided they hold a valid work pass such as an Employment Pass or S Pass. FastLaneRecruit supports compliance guidance and payroll setup for foreign hires in Singapore.
Ready to Hire in Singapore?
Grow your team in Singapore without the time, cost, and operational burden of setting up a local company.
With FastLaneRecruit, you get a compliant and efficient way to hire, onboard, and manage employees in Singapore, while we take care of payroll, CPF contributions, tax obligations, and all ongoing employment administration on your behalf.
Book a Free Call with Our EOR Specialist