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Rank #9
Singapore

Singapore

LocationSouth-Eastern Asia • UTC+8 • Asia/Singapore
Monthly Cost
$3,216
+47% vs USA
Internet
271 Mbps
Mobile Avg

EntrePass

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For foreign entrepreneurs who want to start and operate a business in Singapore. Requires a business plan and investment.

Min. Income

N/A

Business Investment Required

Min. Income

Processing

1–2 Months

Average Time

Processing

Validity

1 Year

Initial / Renewable

Validity

Citizenship

10 Years

Years to Apply

Citizenship
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Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkPropose a viable business idea
  • CheckmarkRegister a private limited company
  • CheckmarkMinimum paid-up capital of S$50,000

Required Documents

  • CheckmarkBusiness plan
  • CheckmarkCompany registration documents
  • CheckmarkPassport
  • CheckmarkRecent passport-sized photograph
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Residency Rules

Taxation

Business income is taxed at the corporate tax rate. Personal income from the business is taxed progressively.

Physical Presence

Must actively manage the business in Singapore.

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Advantages

  • Opportunity to start a business in a global hub
  • Access to Singapore's business network
  • Pathway to permanent residency
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Disadvantages

  • High initial investment
  • Strict business viability requirements
  • Competitive market

Compare with

United StatesE-2 Investor Visa
United KingdomInnovator Visa
CanadaStart-up Visa