90 applications for foreigners in tech sector approved since January launch of scheme

The 90 people issued passes include entrepreneurs, experts, and those with management experience in bigger tech companies. PHOTO: ST FILE
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SINGAPORE - Some 90 work passes for foreigners in the tech sector have been approved by the Government since the launch of the Tech.Pass scheme in mid-January.

This is a large jump from the 22 approvals previously disclosed in March.

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