Global Investor Programme
(GIP)

Invest in Singapore Global Investor Program with ISO. Expert advice on qualifying and applying for the program.

Global Investor Programme
(GIP)

Invest in Singapore Global Investor Program with ISO. Expert advice on qualifying and applying for the program.

singapore global investor program

Partner with ISO to invest in Singapore Global Investor Program and gain accelerated access to Singapore PR.


Singapore welcomes seasoned business owners and investors to contribute to its growing economy. Through the Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP), the government offers Singapore Permanent Residency to eligible individuals and their immediate families in recognition of their strategic investments.

Partner with ISO to invest in Singapore and gain accelerated access to Singapore PR through the GIP.

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Minimum Investment for Successful Candidates

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Choice Industries of
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10Mn+

Minimum Investment for Successful Candidates

Singapore: The Rising Epicenter for Family Offices in Asia

Administered by a dedicated division within the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP) offers a specialised residency-by-investment route for eligible business owners and investors seeking Singapore Permanent Residency (PR).

Between 2020 and 2022, an average of 60 investors each year successfully attained PR status through the GIP—underscoring its exclusivity and strategic appeal.

The GIP is part of Singapore’s broader national initiative to drive economic expansion by:

  • Attracting high-potential investors and entrepreneurs from around the world.
  • Enabling knowledge and technology transfer into the local economy
  • Enhancing the talent pool within key growth sectors

Unlike traditional Singapore PR schemes such as the Professional, Technical Personnel and Skilled Workers Scheme (PTS) or Family Sponsorship, the Singapore Global Investor Program follows a distinct set of evaluation parameters, focusing on business experience, investment contributions, and economic impact.

Singapore Immigration Roadmap

1. Your Current Profile

Foreigner living in or outside of Singapore

2. Your Main Objective/Goal

Invest in Singapore via the Government’s Global Investor Programme & Get Singapore Permanent Residency

3. Your Future Possiblities

  • Singapore Citizenship + Social Integration
  • Business Incorporation + Work Pass (for employees)
  • Set Up Single Family Office + Apply Relevant Work Pass (for employees)

Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP) Eligibility Criteria

Unlike traditional Singapore PR schemes such as the Professional, Technical Personnel and Skilled Workers Scheme (PTS) or Family Sponsorship, the GIP follows a distinct set of evaluation parameters, focusing on business experience, investment contributions, and economic impact.

There are FOUR investor profiles that may qualify for the Singapore Global Investor Program:

1. Established Business Owners

  • Minimum of 3 years of entrepreneurial experience
  • Own a company with an annual turnover of at least S$200 million

2. Next-Generation Business Owners

  • Immediate family must hold at least 30% ownership of a family business
  • Business must generate a minimum annual turnover of S$500 million

3. Founders of High-Growth Companies

  • Founder and significant shareholder of a rapidly scaling company or start-up
  • Company must be valued at S$500 million or more

4. Family Office Principals

  • At least 5 years of experience in entrepreneurship, investment, or management
  • Must possess net investable assets of at least S$200 million, excluding real estate holdings

Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP): Investment Options

Qualified applicants under the Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP) must commit to one of the following approved investment pathways:

  • Qualified applicants under the Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP) must commit to one of the following approved investment pathways:
  • Option B: Allocate S$25 million into an approved GIP fund that focuses on investments in Singapore-based companies.
  • Option C: Establish a Singapore-based Single Family Office (SFO) with Assets Under Management (AUM) of at least S$200 million.

At ISO, our clients benefit from a strong and well-established relationship with Singapore’s Economic Development Board (EDB).

Before submitting formal applications, we facilitate an exclusive pre-qualification process in collaboration with EDB to increase the likelihood of a successful outcome.

Focus Sectors Under Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP)

The GIP is designed to align with Singapore’s economic priorities and strategic growth industries. The EDB places strong emphasis on applicants whose business and investment interests fall within approved sectors, which reflect both current and mid-term national focus areas.

This ensures that GIP participants contribute meaningfully to Singapore’s continued economic progress while benefiting from a dynamic and business-friendly ecosystem.

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Alternative Energy/ Clean Technology
  • Automotive
  • Chemicals
  • Consumer Business
  • Electronics
  • Energy
  • Engineering Services
  • Healthcare
  • Infocomm Products & Services
  • Logistics & Supply Chain Management
  • Marine & Offshore Engineering
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Medical Technology
  • Nanotechnology
  • Natural Resources (e.g. metals, mining, agri-commodities)
  • Safety & Security
  • Space
  • Shipping
  • Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
  • Precision Engineering
  • Professional Services e.g. consulting, design
  • Visual & Performing Arts Businesses
  • Sports Businesses
  • Family Office & Financial Services
How to Apply for the Singapore Global Investor Program (GIP)

At ISO, we have streamlined the GIP application journey into carefully structured phases to ensure your application is strategically positioned and professionally managed at every step. This process is designed to meet the expectations of the relevant government authorities, especially the Economic Development Board (EDB).

Here’s an overview of the key steps:
  1. Initial Consultation & Profile Review
    • Assessment of your background, objectives, and eligibility.
  2. Pre-Assessment with EDB Guidance
    • Structured preparation for EDB’s initial review with strategic input.
  3. EDB Profile Presentation (If Shortlisted)
    • Presentation of the applicant’s business and investment profile to EDB.
  4. Information Gathering for Submission
    • Compilation of supporting documents and personal/business details.
  5. Full Document Preparation for GIP Submission
    • Finalisation of application documents and required disclosures.
  6. Submission of GIP Application
    • Formal application submission to the relevant authorities.
  7. In-Principle Approval Procedures
    • Completion of formalities upon receipt of in-principle approval.
  8. Fulfilment of Investment Commitment
    • Execution of the selected investment pathway (A, B or C).
  9. Final Approval & PR Grant Formalities
    • Final steps leading to official grant of Singapore Permanent Residency.

FAQ

Find anything related to Singapore PR application matter.

The Global Investor Programme (GIP) is a specialised residency-by-investment pathway to Singapore Permanent Residence on the basis of investment and business commerce. It is targeted at wealthy individuals and business owners seeking to get on board Singapore’s business and commercial trajectory by means of investing at least S$10 million into the economy.

While the direct investable amount is set at minimum S$10 million into one of the 3 available GIP investment vehicle options for approved clients, setting up the business and running the business in Singapore will incur relevant overheads and investments into Singapore. This includes commercial leasing, recruitment etc.


At present, there are only 2 approved funds under GIP. They are :

Jungle Leaders I Pte Ltd
Phillip Ventures Enterprise Fund 6 Ltd
It refers to approved funds that EDB has accessed and introduced via an independent fund rating exercise. EDB has appointed Mercer (Singapore) Pte Ltd as the independent rating agency.

The only residency by investment option in Singapore is the Global Investor Programme (GIP). It allows qualified applicants a different pathway to Singapore Permanent Residence. Unlike the Professional Scheme (PTS), applicants under the GIP will be assessed on entirely different evaluation parameters.

The GIP replaces the Financial Investment Scheme (FIS). The now defunct FIS was the first resident by investment scheme recognised in Singapore. It has evolved into the GIP, taking into consideration a wider range of criteria that is aligned to Singapore’s future growth goals.

There are no Citizenship by Investment options available in Singapore. To apply for Singapore Citizenship, one must be a Singapore Permanent Resident for at least 2 years and have a relatively clean record.

Qualified foreigners who are living outside of Singapore and have investible funds of $10 million may choose to invest in Singapore via the Global Investor Programme (GIP). Administered by the Economic Development Board of Singapore (EDB), investors may choose to invest in a new business entity, expansion of an existing business operation or in a GIP fund.

An initiative by the Singapore government, its objective is to fuel and drive choice industries in Singapore to expand its economic growth, thus making it a safe and attractive investment for foreigners.

Yes, it is. While the world is in turmoil, Singapore has been proven to be steadfast. In fact, Singapore is one of the few countries that continues to grow even in the midst of a pandemic. Its stable politics and governance, efficient legal systems, and attractive financial and business landscapes, are some of the reasons that make Singapore a good investment. The government regularly announces its economic goals, its progress updates, and provides continual support for its residents and businesses (both the public and private sectors) to achieve it.

Yes, all foreigners may invest in Singapore. Foreigners who are living outside of Singapore or living in the country have several investment options including private real estate.

Singapore is not far off from being the top financial hub in Asia, and has huge potential for more growth. With international and regional networks, business owners and investors may seize opportunities worldwide while benefiting from low taxes. Geopolitical nuances weighing down on China and Hong Kong in recent years have also elevated Singapore as the preferred financial hub in Asia.

Depending on the type of investment, it may be taxable. For example, investments made in trade or business operations that are listed under the IRAS are taxable. Otherwise, there is no capital gain, dividend, or interest tax in Singapore.

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