Gov’t expands talent list to 60 professions

They have added nine professions to the list.

The government expanded its Talent List, adding nine professions to the list. 

This brings the list to a total of 60 professions with local talent shortages, starting from 1 March.

The newly added professions come from the industry segments of financial services, innovation and technology, legal and dispute resolution services, as well as aviation and shipping.

The group consists of accountants, financial professionals with Islamic market experience, experienced professionals in commodities trading, experienced systems architects, patent professionals, legal knowledge engineers, ship surveyors, professionals in green shipping, and aircraft maintenance engineers.

Outside talent who meet the eligibility criteria for relevant professions can enjoy immigration facilitation when applying under the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme, the General Employment Policy, and the Admission Scheme for Mainland Talents & Professionals.