The Global Investor Programme (GIP) was launched by Contact Singapore, a division of the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), to attract high net worth individuals and successful entrepreneurs to acquire Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status through major investments, thereby boosting economic development and local employment.
I. Applicant qualification categories and requirements
II. Investment options
Applicants may choose any of the following investment paths:
Option A: Establishment or expansion of a new company in Singapore with paid-up capital of at least S$10 million
Option B: Invest at least S$25 million in a Singapore-approved GIP fund
Option C: Set up a family office with at least S$200 million in assets under management (of which at least S$50 million must be invested in the Singapore financial markets).
III. Application process
1️⃣ Submit your application online and pay S$20,000 application fee
2️⃣ Obtaining Approval-in-Principle (AIP)
3️⃣ Fulfillment of investment obligations and submission of supporting documentation within 6 months of AIP issuance
4️⃣ Officially approved for PR status with a Return Permit (REP) valid for 5 years.
IV. Conditions for renewal of return permits
When applying for renewal at the end of the 5-year REP period, it will be necessary to demonstrate fulfillment of the investment commitment and compliance with the going concern and employment requirements of the relevant investment option:
Investment firms need to maintain operations and continue to recruit local employees (Option A)
The family office is required to employ at least 5 staff in Singapore, of which at least 3 are Singapore citizens or permanent residents (Option C).
V. GIP Advantages
✅ Fast Track to Singapore Permanent Resident Status
✅ Can apply for PR for both spouse and children under 21 years old at the same time
✅ High investment freedom, no capital gains tax
✅ Enjoy Singapore's quality business and living environment
✅ Subsequent application for Singapore citizenship (upon fulfillment of conditions)
VI. Important reminders
⚠ Fulfillment of the application criteria does not guarantee approval; EDB reserves the right of final approval.
⚠ Investments must be completed within the approved timeframe, otherwise PR approval may lapse
⚠ Male children will be subject to Singapore National Service (SNS) obligations (if applicable) after being granted PR.
VII. Our service support
We are your one-stop shop for GIP planning and support:
Identity eligibility assessment
Investment program design and due diligence
Preparation and submission of materials for the whole process
Investment fulfillment support and post-compliance coaching
REP Renewal and PR Family Packages
For a detailed proposal, feasibility analysis or customized planning, please feel free to contact us!
