As an investor who is interested in starting a business or investing in Singapore, one may apply for the Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) status through Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP). 
 

There are 3 investment options available as part of the application criteria.
Option A: Demonstrate an investment of minimally SGD$10 million in a new business entity or in the expansion of an existing business operation in Singapore.
Option B: Invest SGD$25 million in a GIP-select fund that also invests in Singapore-based companies.
Option C: Establish a Singapore-based Single-Family Office with Assets-Under-Management (AUM) of at least SGD$200 million, where minimally SGD$50 million must be deployed in any of the 4 investment categories of :

(i) equities, REITS or business trusts listed on Singapore-approved exchanges;

(ii) qualifying debt securities listed on MAS' enquiry system;

(iii) funds distributed by Singapore-licensed/registered managers or financial institutions; and

(iv) private equity investment in non-listed, Singapore-based operating companies.

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Applicants must qualify under one of the following profiles established by EDB:

Established Business Owners – Demonstrate a successful entrepreneurial background and substantial business track record, including ownership and management of a qualifying business.
Next-Generation Business Owners – Be part of the controlling family of a qualifying business and actively involved in its management.
Founders of Fast-Growth Companies – Be a founder and one of the largest individual shareholders of a venture-backed company with significant growth and valuation.
Family Office Principals – Possess substantial investible assets together with a proven track record in entrepreneurship, investment, or business management. (Applicants under this profile may apply only through Option C.)