Posted on July 29, 2025
Applying for a Singapore Employment Pass can be stressful, especially if your education documents are not ready.
For many EP applications, educational qualifications must be verified before submission. This is important because your qualifications may affect your points under Singapore’s COMPASS framework.
If the education check is missing or incorrect, the EP application may be delayed.
Why Education Checks Are Required
Education fraud and fake certificates are becoming more common. To protect Singapore’s hiring standards, the Ministry of Manpower has made education verification an important part of the EP process.
This means candidates and employers must make sure the declared qualification is genuine and properly verified.
An education check helps confirm that:
- The certificate is genuine
- The qualification was awarded to the candidate
- The institution is recognised
- The course and award details are accurate
When Are Education Checks Required?
Education checks are usually required when a foreign professional declares a diploma-level or higher qualification for a Singapore Employment Pass application.
Here are the common situations where education checks are needed.
1. During a New EP Application
If a candidate is applying for a new employment pass and declaring academic qualifications, the employer may need to submit verified proof.
This helps confirm that the qualification is genuine before the application is reviewed.
2. During EP Renewal
An education check may also be required during EP renewal.
This usually happens when the candidate’s qualification was declared before but was not previously verified.
If MOM requests verification proof, the employer must prepare the required report before submission.
3. When Claiming COMPASS Points
Singapore uses the COMPASS framework to assess employment pass applications.
Qualifications can contribute to the candidate’s points. However, the qualification must be properly verified if the employer wants to use it for the application.
Without proper verification, the application may face delays or further requests for documents.
Who Can Perform the Education Check?
Education checks must be done through an approved screening provider.
Verity Intelligence is one of the screening companies selected by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower to conduct education verification for EP applications.
This helps employers and candidates prepare the right verification proof before submitting the EP application.
What Documents Are Usually Needed?
The required documents may depend on the country, institution, and qualification.
In general, candidates may need to provide the following:
- Education certificate
- Academic transcript, if required
- Signed consent form
- Candidate details for verification
Providing complete documents early can help reduce back-and-forth during the verification process.
How the Education Verification Process Works
The process is simple.
First, the candidate submits the required documents and consent form.
Next, the screening provider checks the qualification with the relevant institution or authorized source.
Then, the provider confirms important details such as the qualification awarded, institution status, course details, and award date.
Finally, the employer receives a verification report that can be used for the EP application.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Many delays happen because the wrong proof is submitted.
Here are common mistakes to avoid:
- Submitting only a certificate copy
- Using notarised documents as verification proof
- Waiting until the last minute
- Providing incomplete documents
- Declaring qualification details that do not match the certificate
Preparing the education check early is one of the best ways to avoid delays.
How Verity Intelligence Helps
Verity Intelligence helps employers and candidates complete education checks properly for Singapore EP applications.
Our process is designed to be clear, secure, and aligned with MOM requirements.
We help with:
- Education verification for EP applications
- Document checking and guidance
- Secure handling of candidate information
- Verification reports for submission
- Support for employers and candidates
Verity Intelligence is also ISO 27001 certified, which means we follow strong information security practices when handling personal data.
Final Thoughts
Education checks are an important part of many Singapore Employment Pass applications.
If your qualification is needed for the EP application, do not wait until the last minute. Start the verification process early so you can prepare the right documents before submission.
A proper education check helps reduce delays, avoid document issues, and support a smoother EP application process.
Verify early. Submit correctly. Move forward with confidence.
