The three options
- Option A: invest SGD 10 million in a new or expanding Singapore business
- Option B: invest SGD 25 million in a GIP-select fund
- Option C: set up a single family office with at least SGD 200 million of assets under management, deploying SGD 50 million in Singapore
Applicant profiles
The programme is for established entrepreneurs, next-generation business owners, founders of fast-growth companies and family office principals, with substantial businesses or assets.
Advantages
- Permanent residence for the whole family on approval
- An Asian base for the family office and succession planning
Assessment
Applications are assessed by the Singapore Economic Development Board, usually with an interview.
Singapore GIP at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Investment | From SGD 10,000,000 |
| Status | Permanent residence on approval |
| Who it’s for | Entrepreneurs and family offices |
| Family | Spouse and unmarried children under 21 |
Singapore GIP application process and timing
- Profile assessment (2–4 weeks): We assess whether your business or assets meet a GIP profile.
- Prepare and submit (1–2 months): Prepare the business or investment plan and submit it to the EDB.
- Assessment (Several months): The EDB assesses the application and arranges an interview.
- Investment and permanent residence (After approval): Complete the investment within the required period and receive permanent residence.
Main Singapore GIP requirements
- Established business owner: a business with substantial turnover that has operated for several years
- Next-generation business owner: a family business with substantial turnover in which you hold a management role
- Fast-growth company founder: founder of a company with a substantial valuation backed by reputable investors
- Family office principal: substantial net investable assets
- A qualifying investment under Option A, B or C
Key benefits of Singapore GIP
- Permanent residence on approval, with no temporary stage
- Status for the whole family together
- An Asian base for your family office and succession planning
- A simple tax system and excellent financial and education resources
- Apply for citizenship when eligible
More questions about Singapore GIP
Who is GIP suitable for? Entrepreneurs with substantial businesses, family business successors and family office principals; most individual investors will not meet the requirements.
What is required after receiving permanent residence? To renew your Re-Entry Permit (REP), you must maintain your investment and your business or residence ties with Singapore as required.
Next step
Every family’s background, funds and timeline are different. Global Immigrate’s professional consultants can assess, free of charge, whether this programme suits you and compare other options. You can also request the full programme brochure on the programme page.
Learn more: Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)