Under the Global Investor Programme (GIP), foreign nationals can obtain permanent residency in Singapore through one of two pathways: investing at least SGD 2.5 million in establishing a new business entity or expanding an existing business operation; or investing at least SGD 2.5 million in a Global Investor Programme fund. The main applicant must possess extensive business experience, a successful entrepreneurial track record, and meet other significant qualifications. Specifically: 1. Must have at least three years of business track record and submit the company's audited financial reports for the last three years. 2. If the investor's company is privately held, they must hold at least 30% of the equity (there is no minimum equity requirement for publicly listed companies). 3. Company turnover criteria: The company's turnover in the most recent year must reach at least SGD 50 million; the company's average annual turnover over the last three years must reach at least SGD 50 million; and so on.
In addition to low taxes, the advantages of Singapore investment immigration are reflected in many aspects, such as: geographical proximity and cultural similarity to China, a blend of Eastern and Western education, the world's best business environment, an optimal living environment, an excellent springboard to the global market, a world financial and trade center, and high visa-free travel accessibility for the passport.
