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Singapore Global Investor Programme (golden visa)

Global Investor Programme (GIP) – permanent residence for investors

In short

Singapore's Global Investor Programme, run by Contact Singapore at the Economic Development Board, grants permanent residence to investors with a substantial business record. Applicants qualify as established business owners (company turnover of at least SGD 200 million), next-generation business owners, founders of fast-growth companies valued at SGD 500 million or more, or family office principals with SGD 200 million in net investible assets, and then invest under Option A, B or C.

Apply on Global Investor Programme (EDB) checked 23 October 2026

Key facts

Funds required
SGD 10,000,000Option A: at least SGD 10 million in a new or expanding Singapore business; Option B: SGD 25 million in a GIP-select fund; Option C: single family office with SGD 200 million AUM, SGD 50 million deployed in Singapore.
Processing time
About 12 months for a complete application
Work
Yes, as a permanent resident
Family
Spouse and unmarried children under 21 included; parents and older children can get a Long-Term Visit Pass
Path to permanent residence
Grants permanent residence directly
Where to apply
Application to EDB (Contact Singapore), interview, then ICA approval

Qualifying profiles

Established business owners need at least three years of entrepreneurial track record and a company with annual turnover of at least SGD 200 million in the last year and on average over three years, with at least 30 percent shareholding if private. Next-generation business owners need an immediate family company with turnover of at least SGD 500 million and a management role. Founders of fast-growth companies must be among the largest shareholders of a company valued at SGD 500 million or more and backed by reputable venture capital or private equity. Family office principals need five years of track record and net investible assets of at least SGD 200 million. Companies must be in industries listed by EDB.

Investment options

Option A: invest at least SGD 10 million in a new business or the expansion of an existing one in Singapore, with a five-year business plan, at least 30 percent shareholding and a management role. Option B: invest SGD 25 million in a GIP-select fund investing in Singapore-based companies. Option C (and the only option for family office principals): set up a Singapore single family office with assets under management of at least SGD 200 million, of which at least SGD 50 million is transferred to Singapore and deployed in EDB-specified investments within 12 months of final approval.

Steps

Submit the GIP application forms to EDB and attend an interview. If the criteria are met, ICA issues an Approval-in-Principle valid six months, within which you make the investment and submit evidence with an investment undertaking. After EDB verifies it, ICA issues Final Approval, and you must formalise PR within 12 months. The whole process takes about 12 months and includes due diligence.

  1. Check which GIP profile and investment option fit you, using EDB's factsheet.
  2. Submit the application forms and supporting documents to EDB.
  3. Attend the EDB interview.
  4. On Approval-in-Principle, make the investment within six months and submit evidence.
  5. After Final Approval, formalise PR with ICA within 12 months.

Family

The spouse and unmarried children under 21 at the date of application can be included as dependants; male children who obtain PR this way are liable for National Service. Parents and unmarried children over 21 cannot be included but can apply for a Long-Term Visit Pass tied to the investor's Re-Entry Permit.

Documents

Required documents

Work

  • Company financial statements proving turnover or valuation thresholds
  • Five-year business or investment plan (Options A and C)

Family

  • Details of family members' backgrounds

Other

  • GIP application forms (online and hard copy)

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum investment for Singapore's GIP?

SGD 10 million under Option A (a business in Singapore), SGD 25 million under Option B (a GIP-select fund), or a family office with SGD 200 million under Option C.

Can real estate count?

No. Net investible assets for family offices exclude real estate, and the options are business, fund or family office investments.

How long does GIP take?

About 12 months for a complete application, subject to due diligence.

Official sources

Summarised from the official sources above. Rules, fees and processing times change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before you apply.

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