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Singapore

Asia’s premier residency route for global investors.

Residency by Investment Business investment, GIP-approved fund, or family office establishment

Program Overview

Why Singapore?

Singapore’s Residency by Investment programme grants immediate PR through the Global Investor Programme (GIP). Investors can qualify via business investment, GIP-approved funds, or establishing a family office with significant assets under management. The programme is designed for ultra-high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs seeking long-term residency in Asia’s financial hub.

Immediate Permanent Residency (PR)
Global Investor Programme (GIP)
Family Office Route with ≥ S$200M AUM
Visa-Free Travel to 192 Destinations (2026)
Strong Legal & Regulatory Framework

Eligibility Requirements

  • Established entrepreneur or investor with ≥ S$200M turnover or AUM.
  • Valid passport and clean criminal record.
  • Evidence of lawful funds and source of wealth.
  • Application fee of S$20,000 (since May 2025).
  • Compliance with EDB and MAS regulations.

Investment Options

Choose the route that matches your portfolio and residency goals.

Business Investment

From S$10M

Invest in a new or existing Singapore business.

GIP Fund

From S$25M

Invest in a government-approved GIP fund.

Family Office Route

≥ S$200M AUM

Establish a family office with ≥ S$50M deployed in Singapore.

Program Benefits

Designed for families, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking global access.

Immediate PR status for investor and family.

Access to Singapore’s world-class financial hub.

Visa-free travel to 192 destinations (2026 Henley Passport Index).

Strong legal and regulatory framework.

Family inclusion for spouse and dependents.

Application Process

We manage each step with legal partners and local support.

01

Eligibility & Planning

Confirm investor profile and qualifying route.

02

Investment Execution

Commit funds to business, fund, or family office.

03

Application Filing

Submit application with supporting documents and S$20,000 fee.

04

Compliance Review

EDB and MAS conduct due diligence and background checks.

05

Approval & PR Issuance

Receive PR status for investor and family.

Associated Costs

Placeholder costs shown below. These will be updated with official fees.

Minimum qualifying investment From S$10M (business) / S$25M (fund) / S$200M AUM (family office)
Application fee S$20,000
Government fees Varies
Legal / due diligence Varies

Frequently Asked Questions

Example answers until program-specific data is finalized.

Is PR granted immediately?

Yes, qualifying investors receive PR upon approval.

Can I include my family?

Yes, spouse and dependents are eligible.

Which route is most popular?

Business investment and family office routes dominate in 2026.

What changed in 2026?

Higher thresholds, stricter compliance, and family office AUM ≥ S$200M.

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