Global Residency and Citizenship by Investment Report: Singapore (RBI)
Rankings
Overall ranking: 17th (score: 84.15)
- Procedure: 23rd
- Mobility: 8th
- Tax Optimization: 2nd
- Quality of Life: 4th
- Investment: 2nd
Country Information
Legal Provision | |
Region | Asia |
Minimum investment threshold | SGD 10 million (approx. USD $ 7.4 million) |
Year of inception | 2004 |
Visa-free countries | 180 |
Investment options | Investment of SGD 10 million (approx. USD $7.4 million) in a new or existing business in Singapore, or a GIP-approved fund that invests in Singapore-based companies. Alternatively, invest SGD 25 million (approx. USD $18.5 million) in a Family Office with at least SGD 200 million (approx. USD $148 million) in assets under management, of which a minimum of SGD 50 million (approx. USD $37 million) must be deployed in Singapore. |
Physical presence requirements | No mandatory residency requirements |
Family member inclusion | The main applicant can include spouse and dependent children under 21 years of age |
Dual citizenship allowed | No |
Path to citizenship | Eligibility to apply for citizenship apply for citizenship after two years of continuous residence |
Average processing time | 6-12 months |