GIP Global Investor Programme
Singapore Family Office 13D/13O/13U
A Singapore Single Family Office (Single Family Office, SFO) is an essential platform for high-net-worth families to centrally manage family assets, investment portfolios, tax planning, wealth succession, and family governance. By establishing a Singapore Family Office and its accompanying fund structure, qualifying investment income can apply for tax incentives under the Singapore Income Tax Act's 13D, 13O or 13U Fund Tax Incentive Schemes to apply for tax benefits.
13D typically applies to offshore fund structures managed by a Singapore fund management entity; 13O applies to Singapore-based fund companies or VCC structures; 13U is applicable to fund structures with larger asset sizes, offering greater flexibility and a broader scope of application. These schemes generally require meeting criteria such as fund size, investment professionals, local business spending, investment scope, and compliance reporting.
Self-Employed Employment Pass (EP) Program
The Self-Employed EP program refers to applicants applying for an Employment Pass (EP) work visa from the Ministry of Manpower in the capacity of a company shareholder and director or senior executive by establishing and actively operating a company in Singapore.
The company must have genuine business activities, a reasonable operational plan, and certain operating expenses. Upon approval, the applicant can hold a managerial or professional position within the company and legally conduct business and work in Singapore.
