Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)
A safe haven for global top billionaires, a direct train to Singapore Permanent Residency.
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
9-12 Months
Min Investment
SGD 10M - 25M
Residency Req
Long-term residency advised (strict renewal)
Passport Rank
1st Globally (194 visa-free countries)
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 does not tax capital gains or dividends, and has no estate tax. The maximum corporate tax is only 17%, and personal income tax is capped at 22%. Furthermore, by establishing a Single Family Office (13O/13U structure), UHNWIs can not only enjoy lifetime tax exemption on specific investment returns but also allocate Employment Passes (EP) for family members to subsequently apply for PR.
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 the actual investment of SGD 10-25 million within 6 months.
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?
Singapore's Family Office program (13O/13U) is essentially about securing tax exemptions for your funds and issuing you an Employment Pass (EP). **It is not an immigration program**. After holding an EP for two years, you can try to apply for PR, but Singapore ICA's PR approval process is highly opaque. They will comprehensively evaluate your residency time, local hiring by your company, economic contributions, etc., so there is absolutely no 100% guarantee.
How high is the threshold for the GIP Global Investor Programme?
The GIP is currently the only official investment immigration program that explicitly grants Singapore PR in one step. However, the new policy thresholds are terrifyingly high: the applicant's previous company must reach an annual turnover of SGD 200 million (approx. 1 billion RMB), and they must invest at least SGD 10 million to establish physical operations in Singapore, or invest SGD 25 million into a GIP-designated fund.
Is Singapore's immigration jail strict?
Extremely strict. Although not mandatory when getting the card, if you do not reside in Singapore for the vast majority of the year (usually > 6 months recommended), when you renew your REP (Re-Entry Permit) after 5 years, the immigration bureau is highly likely to downgrade or even cancel your PR status due to "weak ties to Singapore."