Instead of applying for a PVP, the following groups of foreigners will need to apply for the Miscellaneous Work Pass with effect from 1 February 2008:

1. i) A foreigner who is involved in activities directly related to the organisation or conduct of any seminar, conference, workshop, gathering or talk concerning any religion, race or community, cause, or political end;

1. ii) A foreign religious worker giving talks relating directly or indirectly to any religion; and

1. iii) A foreign journalist, reporter or an accompanying crew member not supported/sponsored by any Singapore Government agency to cover an event or write a story in Singapore.

Source: www.mom.gov.sg Press Release 25 Jan 2008