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The entrepreneur visa for innovators, investors, and startup founders. Build your company in Asia's premier business hub with access to global markets.
Singapore's entrepreneur visa for innovators.
The EntrePass is Singapore's entrepreneur visa designed for foreign entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors who want to start and operate a business in Singapore. Unlike the Employment Pass, the EntrePass doesn't require a predefined salary - instead it focuses on your business potential and innovation credentials.
Meet at least ONE of these criteria to qualify.
You must meet at least ONE of the following criteria to qualify for EntrePass. These ensure your business brings value to Singapore's economy.
Have funding commitment from a government-recognized VC or accredited business angel investor in Singapore.
Own significant intellectual property (patents, copyrights) registered with recognized IP authorities.
Have ongoing research collaboration with Singapore universities (NUS, NTU, SMU) or research institutes (A*STAR).
Be an incubatee at a government-supported incubator or accelerator program in Singapore.
Why choose the EntrePass?
Legally register and operate your company in Singapore
Access ASEAN's 660M+ market from Singapore
Dependant Pass for spouse & children (after milestones)
Eligible for Permanent Residence after building track record
17% corporate tax, 0% capital gains, tax incentives for startups
Access to world-class VCs, accelerators, and talent pool
Meet spending and hiring targets to renew.
EntrePass renewal is based on achieving business milestones. You must meet spending and hiring targets to renew your pass.
Business spending includes operational costs, salaries, equipment, and office rental. Local employees must be Singapore Citizens or PRs.
EntrePass holders can bring family after milestones.
EntrePass holders can bring family members after meeting certain business milestones.
How to apply for the EntrePass.
Prepare comprehensive business plan demonstrating innovation, market potential, and job creation.
Incorporate a Private Limited Company in Singapore (can be done remotely).
Apply through MOM's EP Online portal with business plan and supporting documents.
May be invited for interview to discuss business model and growth plans.
Receive In-Principle Approval, travel to Singapore, and collect your EntrePass.
Associated costs and processing time.
Find answers to your questions about EntrePass.
The EntrePass is Singapore's entrepreneur visa designed for foreign entrepreneurs, innovators, and investors who want to start and operate a business in Singapore. Unlike the Employment Pass, it focuses on business potential rather than salary.
No, unlike the Employment Pass, the EntrePass doesn't require a predefined salary. Instead, it focuses on your business potential, innovation credentials, and ability to create jobs in Singapore.
You must meet at least one of these criteria: have VC funding, own significant IP, have research collaboration with Singapore institutions, or be part of a government-supported incubator program.
The initial EntrePass is valid for 1 year. Upon meeting business milestones (spending or hiring), it can be renewed for up to 2 years at a time.
Yes, after meeting certain business milestones. Spouse and children require S$100,000+ business spending. Parents require S$200,000+ spending for Long Term Visit Pass.
Year 1: S$100,000 spending OR 2 local employees. Year 2: S$150,000 spending OR 4 local employees. Year 3+: S$200,000 spending OR 6 local employees.
Yes, EntrePass holders can apply for Singapore PR after building a track record in Singapore. Having a successful business with local employees strengthens the PR application.
The business must be registered as a Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd) with ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority) in Singapore.
The processing time is approximately 8 weeks. Some applications may be invited for an interview to discuss the business model and growth plans.
Singapore offers 17% corporate tax rate, 0% capital gains tax, and various tax incentives for startups including tax exemptions for the first S$100,000 of income for the first three years.
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