Residence by Investment Overview

Foreign nationals have the opportunity to attain permanent residence status through the Singapore Global Investor Program. This initiative targets entrepreneurs or investors keen on making significant financial commitments in Singapore. Tailored to attract affluent individuals seeking to establish Singapore as their permanent residence, the program serves as a gateway for wealthy foreign nationals to make Singapore their home.

  • Investment
    Minimum investment of SGD 10 million

  • Processing time
    Eligibility for citizenship after two years of permanent residence

  • Key benefit
    Visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to approximately 190 destinations, including Canada, Hong Kong, the EU, and the Schengen Area in Europe

The Singapore Global Investor Program

One of the Singaporean government’s objectives is to allure talent to the country for residence and work, aiming for foreign nationals to choose Singapore as their permanent abode.

Tailored for affluent and seasoned foreign entrepreneurs, business owners, and managers, the Singapore Global Investor Program offers avenues for business initiation or investment in Singapore. Successful applicants attain Singaporean permanent residence status within nine to twelve months.

Benefits of Singaporean residence by investment
  • Political, social, and economic stability.
  • High standard of living and safety.
  • World-class education, healthcare, and transport systems.
  • Leading international financial center
  • State-of-the-art business facilities and telecommunications
  • Multicultural environment
  • Favorable tax laws

Singapore stands as a premier destination with a harmonious, multiracial, and multicultural community. With English and Mandarin as primary languages, residents relish political stability, economic prosperity, renowned education, and dependable healthcare.

Requirements of the Singapore Global Investor Program

Eligible individuals may opt for one of the following investment options to acquire Singaporean permanent residence:

  • Option A: SGD 10 million investment in a new or existing business.
  • Option B: SGD 25 million investment in an approved fund.
  • Option C: Establishment of a Singapore-based single family office with SGD 200 million assets under management

Procedures and time frame of Singaporean residence by investment

The process, spanning nine to twelve months, involves submission of personal profiles, proposed investment plans, interviews, and approval in principle. Successful applicants formalize their permanent residence status within a year of receiving the final approval letter.

Re-entry permit validity

Upon formalizing their permanent residence status, investors receive a five-year re-entry permit (REP). Renewal requisites vary based on chosen options.

Acquiring Singaporean citizenship

After two years of permanent residence, applicants may seek Singaporean citizenship. The Singaporean passport holds the title of the world's strongest travel document, offering visa-free access to 193 destinations.

Singapore strictly prohibits dual citizenship, making it less favorable for individuals interested in holding multiple citizenships.

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