Asia. Investment Immigration Programs
Below is a compilation of publicly available data on 8 programs in the Asia. region (neutral comparison, not ranked by merit). Click to view each program's thresholds, costs, timelines, and processes.
Asia: This site currently covers 4 programs: Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP), Malaysia MM2H, Thailand LTR Long-Term Resident Visa, and Hong Kong CIES. Singapore GIP is one of the highest-threshold Golden Visas globally, raised to SGD 10,000,000 (approx. US$7,400,000) from 2023; applicants must have a successful business background, eligible for permanent residency after 2 years, with a path to citizenship; suitable for high-net-worth individuals with Asian business interests. Malaysia MM2H, after 2024 reforms, has three tiers (Standard / Premier / Sarawak), core requirements include bank deposits and monthly income thresholds, with a minimum stay of 60 days per year; positioned as a low-cost long-term Southeast Asian residency backup. Thailand LTR Long-Term Resident Visa: minimum US$500,000 in deposits or investments (depending on category), renewable for 10 years, targeting wealthy individuals, retirees, and digital nomads. Hong Kong CIES: designated investment (HKD 30,000,000 minimum) in exchange for Hong Kong residency, for applicants with Hong Kong business ties.
- 🇸🇬 Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) Asia.The Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) is an investment r…
- 🇹🇭 Thailand Long-Term Resident Visa (LTR) Asia.Thailand’s Long-Term Resident (LTR) visa, overseen by the Board …
- 🇹🇭 Thailand Privilege Visa (formerly Elite) Asia.The Thailand Privilege Visa, operated by the Thailand Privilege …
- 🇲🇾 Malaysia My Second Home Program (MM2H) Asia.The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) program is a long-term reside…
- 🇭🇰 Hong Kong Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (New CIES) Asia.Hong Kong's New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme (New CIES) rel…
- 🇮🇩 Indonesia Golden Visa Asia.The Indonesia Golden Visa is a long-term residency scheme launch…
- 🇵🇭 Philippines Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) Asia.The Philippine Special Resident Retiree's Visa (SRRV) is issued …
- 🇰🇷 South Korea Real Estate Investment Immigration Asia.Administered by the Korea Immigration Service under South Korea'…
Asia. Investment Immigration FAQs
What is the threshold for Singapore's GIP?
According to public information, the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) has a minimum investment of SGD 10,000,000 (approx. US$7,400,000, depending on the route) since 2023; applicants must be business owners or senior executives with a successful business background. Specifics should be verified with the latest official announcements from the Singapore EDB.
What are the residency requirements for Malaysia's MM2H?
Under the 2024 MM2H reform, holders must reside in Malaysia for at least 60 days per year (Sarawak MM2H follows separate Sarawak rules). Compared to previous versions, the residency requirement has increased; applicants should refer to the latest announcements from the Malaysian Ministry of Tourism.
Which investment immigration program in Asia has the lowest threshold?
Among Asian programs on this site, Thailand's LTR visa has a relatively low starting threshold (some categories require only US$250,000 investment), Malaysia's MM2H is primarily deposit-based (Standard: approximately RM 500,000 ≈ US$110,000), and Singapore's GIP has the highest threshold (starting at SGD 10M). The programs vary significantly in positioning and nature; selection should be based on your objectives.