Tania Chin was quoted in Lianhe Zaobao by Ng Jun Xian. The article, on work pass issues related to the recent money laundering case convictions in Singapore, included Tania’s comments that once an Employment Pass or Dependant Pass holder is convicted in Singapore, the Ministry of Manpower can revoke or refuse to renew their relevant passes.

Tania explained that at present, there are two ways for foreigners to obtain a Dependant’s Pass. The first is when a family member such as a spouse or parent holds an Employment Pass or Special Pass and earns a salary of at least S$6,000. The second is when an established Singapore-registered company is willing to sponsor the applicant.

As to whether the conviction of a pass holder will affect his family, Tania noted that generally speaking, it would not – but this still depends on the circumstances of the case. Sometimes, an Employment Pass holder may be investigated and not charged, but the authorities may not renew their pass and the family would have to leave Singapore.