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Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP): Cost, Requirements & Processing Time (2026)

The short version

Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) requires a minimum investment of €6,900,000 (company shares / equity route), with residency in ~6–12 months and a path to citizenship in 2 years.

Investment routes compared

Route type	Amount (EUR)	Notes
Company shares / equity	€6,900,000SGD 10,000,000	SGD 10M in new or existing Singapore business; must create ≥30 jobs (50%+ Singapore Citizens, ≥10 new).
Investment fund	€17,300,000SGD 25,000,000	SGD 25M in a GIP-approved fund.
Capital transfer	€138,000,000SGD 200,000,000 (family office)	Family office with ≥SGD 200M AUM + ≥SGD 50M into GIP fund.

At a glance

€6,900,000 minimum qualifying investment
~6–12 months expected end-to-end processing
2 years of residence citizenship timeline
No Schengen access travel rights
~183 days/yr physical-presence requirement

Physical presence: PR holders expected to spend majority of time in Singapore to maintain status.

Official program source · Source: Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) · Last verified Apr 15, 2026 · Verify current rules with an authorized immigration adviser or the destination's consulate before applying.

Next review 2026-07-15.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum investment for the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)?

The minimum qualifying investment is €6,900,000. ~€6.9M (SGD 10M) minimum business investment; €17.3M (SGD 25M) for fund; €138M (SGD 200M) for family office route. Qualifying routes: Company shares / equity (€6,900,000); Investment fund (€17,300,000); Capital transfer (€138,000,000) Most applicants use the Company shares / equity route (€6,900,000).

How long does the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) take to process?

Expected end-to-end processing is ~6–12 months. GIP fee increased to S$20K in May 2025. Thorough due diligence.

Can I get citizenship through the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP), and when?

Citizenship is available after 2 years of legal residence. Singapore citizenship available 2 years after PR, but discretionary. No language test, but good character and integration expected. Dual citizenship not permitted — must renounce prior nationality.

What is the physical-presence requirement for the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)?

PR holders expected to spend majority of time in Singapore to maintain status.

Are my spouse and children included in the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)?

Spouse, minor children can be included.

Does the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) grant Schengen access?

No. Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) does not by itself grant Schengen-area travel rights.

Is the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) currently open to new applicants?

The programme is currently open.

Who regulates the Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP)?

Singapore Global Investor Programme (GIP) is administered by Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). The canonical source is https://www.edb.gov.sg/en/incentives-and-programmes/global-investor-programme.html. Facts last verified 2026-04-15; next review 2026-07-15.