Singapore is one of the countries that do not enclose a minimum salary condition. Based on the Employment Act of Singapore, wages refers to all remuneration, including allowances allocated to an employee for work done on the basis of the contract of service. It does not include traveling, food or housing allowances. Employers must pay salaries at least once a month, or at shorter intervals if they choose. Salaries must be paid within 7 days after the end of the salary period – non-payment of salary is an offense. As of 1 April 2016, all employers must issue itemized pay slips to employees covered by the Employment Act. Hard or soft copies are acceptable and should include details such as the date of payment, basic salary and allowances, overtime pay, salary period, as well as deductions made. Failure to do so will result in a fine. The Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a mandatory contribution by the employer and employee. An employee, who is Singaporean or Permanent Residen