Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore. Covers notice period requirements, statutory minimum notice periods based on length of service, and provisions for salary in lieu of notice.
Employment (Employment Records, Key Employment Terms and Pay Slips) Regulations 2016: Regulations specifying requirements for proper documentation of employment records, including the format and retention of resignation notices.
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines ensuring the resignation process follows fair practices and maintains professional standards in Singapore.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Legislation governing the handling and protection of personal information in employment documentation including resignation letters.
Statutory Notice Periods - Less than 26 weeks: Minimum notice period requirement of 1 day for employees who have worked less than 26 weeks.
Statutory Notice Periods - 26 weeks to 2 years: Minimum notice period requirement of 1 week for employees who have worked between 26 weeks and 2 years.
Statutory Notice Periods - 2 to 5 years: Minimum notice period requirement of 2 weeks for employees who have worked between 2 and 5 years.
Statutory Notice Periods - 5 years or more: Minimum notice period requirement of 4 weeks for employees who have worked 5 years or more.
Employment Contract Specific Requirements: Individual employment contracts may specify longer notice periods or additional resignation procedures that must be followed.
