The Singapore Global Investor Programme grants permanent residency to established business owners and investors who commit substantial capital. South African nationals can apply, and this page sets out the routes and what to confirm with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
The programme is open to applicants regardless of nationality, so South African nationals can apply. Eligibility turns on a strong business or investment track record rather than on your passport.
Applicants generally need several years of entrepreneurial or investment experience and a substantial company turnover, judged against the official criteria. Confirm the current thresholds that apply to your profile with the official authority.
There are three main options. Option A is an investment of at least SGD 10 million in a new or existing Singapore business. Option B is at least SGD 25 million in a fund approved under the programme. Option C is a single family office in Singapore with assets under management of at least SGD 200 million, of which a set portion must be deployed locally.
Each option carries ongoing conditions, such as job creation or local deployment, that must be met to renew the status. We do not name or recommend firms. To compare vetted, independent advisors, use Get Matched.
Assessment is detailed and can take several months, reflecting the review of your business record and plans. The Economic Development Board sets and updates the process, so confirm the current timeline with the official authority.
The main commitment is the qualifying investment, from SGD 10 million depending on the option. An application fee applies and was revised in 2025, and a separate processing fee is paid to the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority for each applicant.
Confirm the current investment thresholds and all fees with the Economic Development Board before you commit.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Option A, business | From SGD 10,000,000 | New or existing Singapore business |
| Option B, approved fund | From SGD 25,000,000 | Fund approved under the programme |
| Option C, family office | From SGD 200,000,000 in assets | Set portion deployed locally |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), through its Contact Singapore division publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. The Global Investor Programme is open regardless of nationality, including South African nationals, but it requires a strong business or investment track record. Confirm the current criteria with the Economic Development Board.
The lowest option starts at SGD 10 million in a Singapore business. The fund and family office options require more. Confirm the current thresholds with the official authority.
No. The Global Investor Programme grants permanent residency, not citizenship. Any later move to citizenship is governed by separate Singapore rules. Verify the current position with the official authority.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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