🇸🇬 Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP)Key points on investment immigration/golden visas
The Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP) offers a pathway to permanent residency for substantial business owners and investors. As of 2023, the thresholds have significantly increased, generally requiring a high capital investment to establish or expand a business or invest in designated funds, accompanied by substantial operational or residency-related conditions. The following is a neutral compilation of publicly available information; please refer to the latest regulations from the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB).
| Type | Permanent Residency (GIP) |
|---|---|
| Minimum Investment Threshold | Starting from SGD 10,000,000 from 2023 (depending on options, with fund options available) |
| Primary investment methods. | Establishing/expanding a business, investing in designated funds, etc. (depending on the program category). |
| Residency Requirements | Accompanied by substantive operational/residency-related conditions (depending on the category). |
| Pathways to citizenship. | Those who meet the conditions after obtaining PR may apply for citizenship separately. |
| Dependent relatives | May include spouses and minor children (as per regulations). |
| Processing Timeline | Subject to review, it may take several months or more. |
Key considerations
- GIP has high thresholds and stringent reviews, primarily targeting established business owners and professional investors.
- This is a different pathway from general employment/entrepreneurship permits (such as EP, EntrePass), do not confuse.
- Tax residency status and global asset planning should be assessed by professionals.
Official sources：Singapore EDB (Economic Development Board) Global Investor Programme · Data Date：2026-06。This page is a neutral compilation of publicly available information, for reference only, notImmigration/LawAdvice; programs are subject to the latest official announcements.