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Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)

Direct permanent residence for established business owners.

Minimum investment
S$10M
Passport visa waiver (on citizenship)
193
Processing
~12 months
Visit / stay
Residence commitment

Buy online · 2026

Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)

Perfectly suited for UHNWI people to acquire Singapore residence. Minimum investment S$10M onwards

  1. ReserveUS$500 online
  2. Pre-eligibilityDue diligence screening
  3. Submit & investPaid to the government
  4. Residence permit~12 months

Investment options · Frequently asked questions

Overview

Singapore's Global Investor Programme (GIP), run by the Economic Development Board, grants permanent residence to established business owners and investors. Option A requires S$10 million in a new or expanding Singapore business, Option B S$25 million in a GIP-select fund, and Option C a single-family office with S$200 million in assets under management. Applicants also need a strong business track record.

Applications take around 12 months (application fee S$20,000). Permanent residence is granted on approval.

Key benefits

  1. Permanent residence granted on approval – not a temporary permit
  2. Spouse and unmarried children under 21 included
  3. Parents can be sponsored for long-term visit passes
  4. Low taxes: no capital gains tax and no inheritance tax
  5. AAA-rated global financial and wealth-management hub
  6. Eligible to apply for citizenship after 2 years as a permanent resident
  7. Singapore passport (on citizenship) with access to 193 destinations – among the world's strongest
  8. Three routes for business owners, fund investors and family offices
  9. World-class education, healthcare and safety
  10. English as the language of business and government
  11. Strategic base for doing business across Asia

Investment options

Option A – Singapore business

New or expanding business in an approved industry.

S$10M

Option B – GIP-select fund

EDB-approved fund.

S$25M

Option C – Single-family office

AUM S$200M, with S$50M deployed in Singapore.

S$200M

Government & due diligence fees

Application feeS$20,000

Family & requirements

Who can be included
Spouse and children under 21
Visit or residence
Residence commitment
Processing time
~12 months
  • Business turnover track record required
  • PR granted on approval
  • World-class tax and banking system

Singapore passport: travel access

193destinations without a visa in advance

Visa waiver, visa on arrival or electronic travel authorisation (eTA), per the Henley Passport Index. eVisas are not counted.

  • Schengen Area – no visa in advance
  • United Kingdom – no visa in advance
  • Ireland – no visa in advance
  • Canada – no visa in advance
  • United States – no visa in advance
  • Japan – no visa in advance
  • South Korea – no visa in advance
  • Brazil – no visa in advance
  • Russia – visa required
  • China – no visa in advance
  • United Arab Emirates – no visa in advance
  • Switzerland – no visa in advance
  • Australia – no visa in advance
  • New Zealand – no visa in advance
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Count: Henley Passport Index, updated 12 Oct 2026 (227 destinations incl. territories). Country list: Wikipedia – Visa requirements for Singapore citizens (sovereign countries only). Always confirm entry rules with the destination before travel.

How Citizenship Shop helps

Add the program to your cart or click Buy now to reserve it for US$500. Create your client account and complete the pre-eligibility questions at checkout. A senior advisor then reviews your profile within one business day, confirms the best investment route and the exact government fees for your family, and prepares your application with a licensed local agent.

Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP): FAQ

How much does the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) cost?

The minimum investment is S$10M. Available options: Option A – Singapore business (S$10M); Option B – GIP-select fund (S$25M); Option C – Single-family office (S$200M). Government and due diligence fees are charged on top – see the fee table above. The investment is paid directly to the government or approved project, never to us.

How long does the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) take?

Processing typically takes ~12 months from submission of a complete application. Your advisor gives you a personal timeline after the pre-eligibility review.

Can I include my family in the application?

Family members who can be included: Spouse and children under 21. Your advisor checks each dependant’s eligibility before you apply.

Do I need to visit or live in Singapore?

Residence commitment. Rules change from time to time, so your advisor confirms the current requirement in writing.

How do I apply for the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)?

Reserve the program online with a US$500 payment, create your account and complete the pre-eligibility form. An advisor is assigned within one business day, runs due diligence screening and prepares your application. The reservation is credited against professional fees.

Official source

Prices and rules on this page were verified on 28 September 2026 against: Economic Development Board (EDB).

Governments revise fees and thresholds without notice. Your advisor confirms the exact figures in writing before any investment is made.

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