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Minimum investment SGD 200,000,000; Typical timeline 12 months; 3 highlights

Minimum investment
SGD 200,000,000
Currency: SGD
Typical timeline
From application start
Highlights
  • Singapore
  • Residency by Investment
  • single-family office
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1Question 1 of 2 — Are you at least 21 years old?
2Question 2 of 2 — Do you have at least SGD 200 million in investible assets?

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Program overview

The Singapore Global Investor Programme – Single-Family Office (SFO) Route allows high-net-worth individuals to obtain Permanent Residency by establishing and managing a family office in Singapore. Family members, including spouse and children under 21, can be included. No mandatory stay is required.

Investment overview

Applicants must establish a Single-Family Office with at least SGD 200 million in investible assets. Investments may include equities, private equity, real estate, venture capital, and other approved asset classes. Proof of audited financial statements and family office documentation is required.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Fees listed: 1 line items. Estimated totals: SGD 200,000,000 (SGD). Proof of funds items: 1.

Estimated program totals
SGD: SGD 200,000,000
Required proof of funds
SGD: SGD 0

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
ItemPriceWhenNotes
Minimum Investible AssetsSGD 200,000,000At the time of SFO establishment

Establish a Single-Family Office with at least SGD 200 million in investible assets.

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Proof of funds

  • Audited Financial Statements & Family Office DocumentationSGD 0

    Provide evidence of source of funds and family office setup documents.

Required (SGD): SGD 0

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

Eligibility

  • Applicant must be at least 21 years old
  • Investor must hold at least SGD 200 million in investible assets
  • Minimum 5 years of investment or wealth management experience
  • Good health and clean criminal record
  • Ability to establish and manage a family office in Singapore successfully

Key benefits

  • Direct pathway to Singapore Permanent Residency
  • Establish and manage a Single-Family Office in Singapore
  • Ability to manage and invest family wealth across multiple sectors
  • Include spouse and children under 21
  • Potential pathway to Singapore citizenship after 2 years of PR
  • Access tax-efficient structures and professional support for family wealth management

Application process

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Submit Preliminary Application

    Provide identity, financial, and family office documents.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  2. Step 2: EDB Assessment

    Initial assessment of applicant profile and assets.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  3. Step 3: EDB Interview

    Interview for shortlisted candidates.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  4. Step 4: Approval-in-Principle & SFO Establishment

    Formal establishment of the Single-Family Office.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  5. Step 5: Final ICA Approval

    Receive final approval from Immigration & Checkpoints Authority.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  6. Step 6: PR & Re-Entry Permit Issuance

    Complete formalities to receive Permanent Residency and Re-Entry Permit.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

FeatureSFO Investment RouteBusiness Investment RouteGIP Fund Investment Route
Minimum InvestmentSGD 200 millionSGD 10 millionSGD 10–25 million
Investment TypeFamily office managementDirect business ownershipPre-approved funds
Family InclusionSpouse + children under 21Spouse + children under 21Spouse + children under 21
Citizenship PathwayAfter 2 years PRAfter 2 years PRAfter 2 years PR
Management RoleActive, managed by SFO teamActivePassive / Advisory
Regulatory ComplianceFull MAS & EDB complianceFull MAS & EDB complianceFull MAS & EDB compliance

Who this program is NOT for

  • Criminal record or ongoing legal disputes
  • Insufficient investible assets or inability to verify source of funds
  • Health issues affecting family office management
  • Non-compliance with EDB or regulatory reporting requirements

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Frequently asked questions

SGD 200 million in investible assets.

Yes, spouse and children under 21 years are eligible.

Yes, the SFO must operate and comply with Singapore regulations throughout the Re-Entry Permit validity.

Equities, private equity, real estate, venture capital, and other approved asset classes.

Yes, after holding PR for at least 2 years, you may apply for Singapore citizenship.

Yes, Singapore-based staff or advisors should be employed for operational management and compliance.
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