Singapore GIP – Business Investment Route

Direct pathway to Singapore Permanent Residency through business investment

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At a glance

Quick facts

Minimum investment: SGD 10,000,000; Currency: SGD

Typical timeline: 12 months; From application start

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1Are you at least 21 years old?

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2Do you have at least 3 years of business ownership experience?

Yes

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Program overview

The Singapore Global Investor Programme – Business Investment Route provides a direct path to Permanent Residency for investors willing to establish or expand a Singapore-based business. The program targets experienced business owners and entrepreneurs seeking a stable, business-friendly environment with excellent infrastructure, healthcare, and education. PR through this route offers family inclusion and a potential pathway to Singapore citizenship after holding PR for two years.

Investment overview

Route: Business Investment
Minimum Investment: SGD 10 million
Investment Options: Establish a new business or expand an existing Singapore-registered company
Preferred Sectors: Technology, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, renewable energy
Holding: Maintain the investment throughout the validity of the Re-Entry Permit

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Estimated program totals

SGD: SGD 10,020,000

Required proof of funds

SGD: SGD 0

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
Item	Price	When	Notes
Minimum Business Investment	SGD 10,000,000	Before application submission	Invest in a new or existing Singapore-based business
Government processing & registration fees (placeholder)	SGD 20,000	On application/approval	Application and government fees for processing

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Proof of funds

Audited Financial StatementsSGD 0
Provide evidence of source of funds and business ownership documents

Required (SGD): SGD 0

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

Minimum age of 21 years
Established business owner with ≥3 years of experience
Business with annual turnover ≥SGD 200 million (VERIFY_OfficialGuidelines)
Good health and clean criminal record
Ability to create employment opportunities in Singapore

Key benefits

Direct pathway to Singapore Permanent Residency
Access to Singapore’s business-friendly environment and strategic location
Potential pathway to Singapore citizenship after 2 years of PR
Ability to bring spouse and children under 21
Exposure to Singapore’s high-quality infrastructure, healthcare, and education

Application process

Process

How it works

6 steps

Step 1: Submit e-application
Submit e-application with supporting documents via EDB portal
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 2: Initial assessment
EDB assesses business and applicant credentials
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 3: EDB Interview
Attend interview if shortlisted
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 4: Approval in principle
Commit to the investment upon conditional approval
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 5: Final ICA approval
Receive final approval from Immigration & Checkpoints Authority
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks
Step 6: Receive PR status
Complete formalities to receive PR status and Re-Entry Permit
GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

Investment Option	Business Investment	GIP Fund Investment	Single-Family Office (SFO)
Min Investment	SGD 10 million	SGD 10–25 million	SGD 200 million
Family Inclusion	Spouse + children under 21	Spouse + children under 21	Spouse + children under 21
Citizenship Pathway	After 2 years PR	After 2 years PR	After 2 years PR
Management Role	Active	Passive/Advisory	Active/Managed by SFO team