There are generally 5 main pathways to immigrate to Singapore:
Investment Immigration
According to the policies set by the Singapore government: foreigners who invest 1.5 million Singapore dollars are eligible to directly apply for permanent residency in Singapore. This program is primarily designed for foreign entrepreneurs, aimed at attracting more entrepreneurs to invest in Singapore.
Investors must first register a limited company and then submit an investment plan and relevant documents. The investment capital must be deposited with the Singapore government. The investment project must operate for at least 5 years.
Family members of the investor: spouses and children under the age of 21 can directly apply for permanent residency. Parents may apply for a long-term visit pass to reside in Singapore. If both parents and in-laws need to apply for permanent residency, there is an additional deposit requirement of 300,000 Singapore dollars for each additional applicant. Children over the age of 21 must apply separately, with a high chance of approval.
Technical Immigration
The Singapore government welcomes talented individuals from around the world to work and settle in Singapore. Individuals with a university degree or higher, as well as skilled professionals, can apply for permanent residency. They must first be employed by a local company and obtain an Employment Pass (EP). EP holders can then submit an application for permanent residency to the immigration authority and, upon approval, become Permanent Residents (PR). The processing time from application to approval typically takes 3 to 6 months.
Marriage Immigration
According to Singapore's regulations, anyone married to a Singapore citizen or Permanent Resident (regardless of gender) is eligible to apply for permanent residency. However, the immigration authority will assess applications on a case-by-case basis. It is worth noting that in recent years, there have been reports of fraudulent marriages aimed at obtaining permanent residency status, leading to cancellation of that status.
Special Immigration
Self-Employed Immigration
As the name implies, this involves employing oneself to achieve the purpose of immigration. Applicants may first register a company and then apply for an Employment Pass (EP) to the immigration authority as a director. Alternatively, they may first apply under the name of the company, and upon approval of the Employment Pass application by the immigration authority, register the company. Once the company is registered and verified by the immigration authority, the Employment Pass (EP) will be issued. After successfully obtaining the EP for 6 months, they can apply for permanent residency.
