From Dreams to Destinations
From Dreams to Destinations
The Singapore Startup Visa, known as the EntrePass, allows innovative entrepreneurs to launch and operate a business in Singapore. This visa also lets you bring your family and gives a pathway to permanent residency after 2-3 years of successful operation.
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To apply for an EntrePass, you must register a Private Limited Company with ACRA for S$315. You'll also need a company secretary, a local address, and possibly a nominee director, bringing total setup costs to approximately S$1,500 to S$5,200.
Renting a home in Singapore costs between S$1,500 and S$4,000 per month. Utilities and internet add S$150 to S$300, and food and transport range from S$800 to S$1,500. Overall, most entrepreneurs spend between S$2,500 and S$6,000 monthly.
You must pay S$105 to submit your EntrePass application. Once the government approves it, you need to pay S$225 to issue the pass. If you require a Multiple Journey Visa, you must pay an additional S$30. In total, you will pay between S$330 and S$360.
You may need a medical exam costing between S$100 and S$200. Banks require an initial deposit of S$1,000 to S$3,000 to open a business account. Licensing fees vary by industry from S$195 to over S$10,000. Dependant's Pass fees apply per family member.
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Begin by reviewing whether you qualify. You have to intend to start a venture-backed business or bring a product or service that relies on advanced technology. Then fill out the EntrePass application form and attach a copy of your passport's personal particulars page. Write a concise 10-page business plan that covers what your business does, the market you're targeting, how you'll run the company, and who's on your team. Once you have everything ready, apply online through the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website and pay the SGD 105 application fee with a credit card.
Once you've signed and submitted your application, the Ministry of Manpower will review it within approximately eight weeks. If they approve it, they'll send you an In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter. This letter is valid for six months and allows you to enter Singapore to complete the final steps. If MOM requires a medical check-up, the letter will mention it.
After obtaining the IPA, you will be required to register your company with ACRA (the accounting and corporate regulatory authority) within 30 days. Make sure you have a local address in Singapore when you register the company. After the registration is complete, update MOM with your company's details to proceed with the pass issuance.
Use your IPA letter to enter Singapore. If MOM requires a medical exam, complete it as soon as you arrive. Then, request the EntrePass issuance online using the EP eService or visit the Employment Pass Services Centre (EPSC). You must pay a pass issuance fee of SGD 225. If you need a Multiple Journey Visa, pay an additional SGD 30. MOM will then issue a notification letter that allows you to start working immediately. This letter is valid for one month while you wait for your physical EntrePass card.
If required, visit the EPSC within two weeks to register your fingerprints and photo. Bring your original passport, the notification letter, and any documents mentioned in your IPA. Once you complete the biometric process, you'll receive your EntrePass card within four working days at your local address. Your EntrePass is valid for one year. To renew it, you must show business progress, such as increased local hiring or qualifying business expenses. As your company grows, you may become eligible to apply for permanent residency after about two years.
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| Terms | Startup Visa | Golden Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | Raised SGD 100,000 from a VC or angel investor | Not required |
| Processing Time | 8-12 weeks | 2-8 weeks |
| Residency | Must run a business in Singapore | Must work in Singapore |
| Family | Included (with conditions) | Included (if salary meets criteria) |
| Investment Period | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Fees | SGD 330 total | SGD 330 total |
