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“The world's most powerful passport — Singapore's elite Global Investor Programme for top-tier investors.”

Residency195 Visa-Free CountriesFrom SGD 2,500,0006–9 months
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Programme at a Glance
Min. Investment
SGD 2,500,000
Processing
6–9 months
Visa-Free Access
195 countries
Family Members
Spouse, children, parents
Stay Requirement
Yes
Tax Benefit
Partial
Verified by senior advisor
Updated June 2026 · Sourced from government regulations
Why investors trust us
Independent
No developer commissions
NDA on every engagement
Confidential by default
98% success rate
First-submission approvals
Overview

Overview

Singapore's Global Investor Programme (GIP) is the world's most exclusive residency-by-investment pathway, leading to permanent residency in the country that holds the world's most powerful passport — with visa-free access to 195 countries.

The GIP targets ultra-high-net-worth investors and entrepreneurs with a minimum investment of SGD 2,500,000 (approximately USD 1.85 million). Approved applicants receive Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status, with a path to citizenship after 2 years as a PR.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

World's #1 Passport
Singapore passport ranks first globally — 195 countries visa-free, including the USA, EU, UK, Japan, China, and beyond.
Asia's Premier Business Hub
Unmatched connectivity to Southeast Asia, China, India, and beyond. A world-class regulatory and business environment.
Political & Economic Stability
AAA-rated political stability, strong rule of law, independent judiciary, and one of the world's most transparent economies.
World-Class Education
Access to Singapore's outstanding public education system — among the world's best by international rankings.
Healthcare Excellence
Singapore's healthcare system is ranked among the world's best. Permanent residents access the national healthcare system.
Citizenship Pathway
After 2 years as a Singapore Permanent Resident, you may apply for Singapore citizenship — the world's most powerful.
Investment options

Investment Options

Option 1

GIP Option A — Business Entity

Investment in a new or existing Singapore business
SGD 2,500,000 (~USD 1.85M)
From

Investment of a minimum SGD 2,500,000 into a new or existing business entity incorporated in Singapore. The business must be in a qualifying industry sector. The investor must take an active management role.

Active management requiredQualifying industriesNew or existing business
Option 2

GIP Option B — GIP Fund

Investment in an approved GIP-designated fund
SGD 2,500,000 (~USD 1.85M)
From

Investment in a GIP-designated fund that invests into Singapore-based companies. This passive route is preferred by investors who wish to maintain a portfolio approach without taking on a direct management role.

Passive investmentFund manager managedDiversified exposure
Option 3

GIP Option C — Family Office

Establish a Singapore-based single family office
SGD 2,500,000 (~USD 1.85M)
From

Establish a new single-family office in Singapore with a minimum AUM of SGD 200 million. The family office must manage assets including a significant Singapore-focused investment component.

AUM SGD 200M+Family wealth managementPremium route
Eligibility

Application Requirements

Minimum 3 years of entrepreneurial / senior management experience
Annual revenue of at least SGD 200 million (for business owners)
Demonstrated track record of business success
Qualifying investment of SGD 2,500,000
Business plan submission to Enterprise Singapore
Interview with Enterprise Singapore panel
Minimum 50% of investment in Singapore-linked activity
Timeline

Application Process & Timeline

  1. Eligibility Assessment & Application Preparation

    4–8 weeks

    Comprehensive eligibility review, business plan development, and application preparation with our Singapore GIP specialists.

  2. Application Submission to EnterpriseSG

    2–4 weeks

    Complete application submitted to Enterprise Singapore for assessment.

  3. Enterprise Singapore Review

    4–6 months

    Enterprise Singapore reviews the application and may request supplementary information.

  4. Interview (if required)

    As scheduled

    Some applicants are invited for an interview with the Enterprise Singapore assessment panel.

  5. In-Principle Approval

    Upon approval

    IPA issued. Qualifying investment must be completed within 6 months.

  6. PR Status Granted

    2–4 weeks after investment

    Singapore Permanent Residency granted upon completion of investment requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Singapore Residency — frequently asked

The questions advisors hear most often on this topic. If your situation is more specific, the senior-advisor consultation is the fastest route to a tailored answer.

Senior advisor response
2 hours
Average reply during business hours

Singapore Permanent Residency (PR) grants the right to live and work in Singapore indefinitely, access to most public services, and a Singapore PR card. After 2 years as a PR (and subject to further criteria), you may apply for Singapore citizenship — which includes the world's most powerful passport with visa-free access to 195 countries.

The GIP is designed for ultra-high-net-worth investors with a proven entrepreneurial or senior management track record. Business owners must have an annual revenue of at least SGD 200 million in their current business. The programme is selective and competitive — not all applications are approved.

Yes. Unlike many golden visa programmes, Singapore PR does require physical presence. Permanent residents are expected to treat Singapore as their primary residence, though the specific minimum stay is not publicly prescribed. Citizenship applicants will need to demonstrate genuine ties to Singapore.

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Singapore Global Investor Programme 2026 — Complete Guide

Singapore's Global Investor Programme represents the pinnacle of investment migration — offering permanent residency leading to the world's most powerful passport. In 2026, the programme remains highly selective and exclusively targets ultra-high-net-worth investors and entrepreneurs with a minimum investment of SGD 2,500,000.

SGD 2,500,000
Min. investment

≈ $1.9M USD

8 mo
Processing time

Typical, indicative

195
Visa-free reach

Countries on this passport

Yes
Family inclusion

Spouse + dependants

Partial
Tax benefits

Per programme rules

98%
Success rate

First-submission approvals