Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)
A permanent-residence application route for eligible entrepreneurs and investors, subject to eligibility assessment and the relevant investment conditions.
Singapore Core Advantages
Singapore offers a pathway to Permanent Residency through the Global Investor Programme (GIP) for high-net-worth entrepreneurs, business owners, and investors, suitable for those wishing to land in one of the world's leading financial and commercial centers. By making a substantial investment in the Singaporean economy, the program provides applicants with a route to Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status.
UHNW Family Wealth Management
Establish a 13O/13U Single Family Office to achieve asset isolation and offshore structural protection.
Top Executives / Professionals
High-level talent with lucrative salaries and strong industry backgrounds, aiming for PR via top-tier EP passes.
Super Tycoons
Absolute titans with qualifying turnover, getting a top-tier Singapore green card directly via GIP.
Processing Time
Subject to individual EDB and ICA assessment
Min Investment
Funding differs across GIP Options A, B and C
Residency Req
Long-term residency advised (strict renewal)
Passport Rank
PR is not Singapore citizenship or a passport
Corporate Tax
17% (No capital gains tax)
Family PR
The main applicant and eligible family members can directly obtain Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status.
Excellent Business Environment
Stable economy with a globally recognized business environment. Favorable tax system with no capital gains tax.
Stepping Stone to Citizenship
After meeting residency conditions, one can further apply for Singapore citizenship. Future citizenship offers strong global mobility advantages.
Top Security and Education
Safe, modern, and highly developed living environment. Access to world-class healthcare, education, and banking systems.
Tax Advantages & Wealth Planning
Asia's Ultimate Low-Tax Haven and Family Office Capital
Singapore’s top marginal resident personal income-tax rate is 24%; actual liability depends on income and status. Fund tax incentives under Sections 13O/13U are conditional. They do not guarantee lifetime exemption. They do not automatically grant EP or PR. Work passes and permanent residence require separate assessment under MOM and ICA rules.
Education System & Family Planning
Hell-Mode Elite Bilingual Education
Singapore implements an extremely rigorous streaming education system, with English-Chinese bilingualism at its absolute core. Its public education and math proficiency levels consistently rank number one globally. Not only does it have highly competitive but top-tier public schools, but it also hosts some of the world's hardest-to-enter top international schools like UWC and Dulwich, making it a true cradle for academic achievers.
Requirements & Core Thresholds
Success Stories & Timelines
"Amid the global trend of asset protection and tax transparency, we set up a 13O Family Office in Singapore. Not only did it complete the foundation for wealth succession, but I also naturally obtained an EP, allowing me to fly to the Lion City to manage business anytime."
Business/Fund Plan Evaluation
Submit a detailed business plan or investment intention for review by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB).
Interview & AIP
Travel to Singapore for an interview, and receive an Approval in Principle (AIP) letter upon passing.
Complete Massive Investment
Complete qualifying investment within the period specified in the approval in principle and selected GIP option, and submit the required evidence.
PR Status Issuance
Once the investment is confirmed, officially receive Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Does a Family Office guarantee PR?
No. A family office or a 13O/13U tax incentive does not automatically confer work or residence status. EP applicants must meet salary and applicable COMPASS requirements. Eligible applicants may separately apply for PR, with ICA assessing family ties, economic contribution, qualifications, residence and other factors; holding EP for two years does not guarantee approval.
How high is the threshold for the GIP Global Investor Programme?
GIP assesses categories such as established or next-generation business owners, fast-growth founders and family-office principals separately; a uniform S$200 million turnover rule is not appropriate. Options include A: at least S$10 million in a business; B: S$25 million in a selected fund; or C: a single family office with at least S$200 million AUM and S$50 million deployed in prescribed Singapore investments. Check EDB's full current criteria.
Is Singapore's immigration jail strict?
Distinguish PR from the Re-Entry Permit (REP). Overseas travel and retention of PR require attention to REP validity and current ICA rules; GIP holders also have investment, business, employment and renewal conditions. A universal six-month annual stay rule or automatic cancellation after five years is not an adequate assessment.