Singapore Global Investor Programme

 

SINGAPORE GLOBAL INVESTOR PROGRAMME

 

The Singapore residence by investment program was first introduced in 1989. Since then the Singapore Global Investor Programme has been very popular throughout Asia. The program proposes to the investor 2 investment options, both of which provide permanent residence in Singapore. After only 3 years of permanent residence, applicants become eligible for Singapore citizenship. The Singapore passport is one of the best in the world, with visa-free travel to the U.S., Europe, and China. Singapore is known for its high quality of life, secure environment, highly rated universities, and tax-friendly environment.

 

Location

Asia

Population

5.6 million

Capital

Singapore

Currency

Singapore Dollar (SGD)

Language

English, Malay, Mandarin, Tamil

Investment Amounts

 
Investment amount 2.5m SGD to be held for 5 years
Application fees 7,000 SGD
Investment amount 2.5m SGD to be held for 5 years
Application fees 7,000 SGD
 
 

Application Process

  • Stage 1 Month 1

    Gather the required documents and submit the GIP application to Contact Singapore, along with application fees. Contact Singapore invites the applicant for an interview.

  • Stage 2 Month 5

    The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) will issue an Approval-in-Principle and invite the applicant to complete his investment within 6 months. Upon completion, the proof of investment is sent.

  • Stage 3 Month 6

    Contact Singapore issues a final approval letter that will permit the applicant to finalize his permanent residence status.

 

Benefits

  • Applicants are provided with a permanent residence
  • Low tax environment, with no tax on foreign income
  • Applicant can qualify for citizenship after 2 years
  • No physical presence requirements if the applicant doesn’t renew PR after 5 years (naturalisation requires 12 months of physical residence prior to application)
  • Applicants can bring their children under 21 years old. Parents and children 21 years old and older can apply for a 5-year permit.

 
 

Requirements

  • Provide a declaration of good character
  • Demonstrate business experience; 3 years if choosing Option A
  • Provide audited financial reports of applicant’s main business; 50m SGD in turnover if choosing Option A
  • Provide a business plan if choosing Option A
  • Children of main applicant receiving permanent residence are eligible for military service

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