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πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬ Singapore

A financial and startup hub in the hearth of Southeast Asia.

Territorial tax system.
Low income tax.
The best banking in the world.
Startup and crypto-friendly.
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BUSINESS FORMATION OPTIONS

Corporate Entities in Singapore

Compare the different types of business entities available for incorporation in Singapore.

Corporation
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Singapore PTE LTD

Corporate Tax Rate
17%
Effective Tax Rate
17%
Tax Regime
Territorial Tax

Singapore Citizenship and Naturalization

Passport Cover

Grade:

A+

Global Rank: 2

Dual Citizenship:No

Visa-free Access

164 out of 195 countries

Access to Major Destinations

  • European Union
  • United Kingdom
  • Canada
  • United States
  • China
  • Russia
  • Japan
CategoryDetails
Citizenship by Descent
  • Ancestry Eligibility: Only through at least one Singaporean parent at the time of birth.
  • Requirements: At least one parent must be a Singapore citizen at the time of birth. Proof of parent’s Singaporean citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, passport). Child must be registered as a citizen within one year of birth if born overseas.
Naturalizations
  • Minimum Residency: 10 years
  • Physical Presence: Must reside in Singapore for most of the required period, with long absences potentially affecting eligibility.
  • Language Test: No language test
  • Renounce Original Citizenship: Yes
  • Minor Dependants: No
Spouse Naturalization
  • Living in Country: At least 2 years of marriage and permanent residence status in Singapore. Spouse must have resided in Singapore for a significant period and demonstrate strong ties to the country.
  • Living Abroad: Not applicable Spouse must reside in Singapore to be eligible for naturalization.
  • Language Test: No language test
  • Renounce Citizenship: Yes
Birthright Citizenship
  • Description: Citizenship by birth is granted only if at least one parent is a Singapore citizen.
  • Conditions: At least one parent must be a Singapore citizen at the time of the child's birth. If born overseas, the child must be registered as a Singapore citizen within one year of birth.
Economic Citizenship (Investment)
  • Allowed: No
  • Investment Requirements:
  • Restrictions:
Other Provisions
  • Child is Citizen: No special provisions for parents of a Singaporean child.
  • Specific Nationalities Benefits: No specific provisions for any nationality.
Citizenship by Exception
  • Allowed: No
  • Details:

Taxation Overview

Personal Tax Overview: Singapore πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬

Key information about personal taxation in Singapore

Taxation system
Territorial tax system
Personal Income Tax Rate (Up to)
24

Tax Residency

Normal rule: 183 days

Special rule: No information

Special Tax Regime

No information