What are the types of immigrants in Singapore?

# Singapore Immigration # Introduction Singapore is also a very suitable country for immigrants, because its environment is still relatively suitable for life. There are many kinds of immigrants in Singapore. If you need to immigrate to Singapore, you need to know its immigration types. Let's take a look at its immigration type.

1. Types of immigrants in Singapore

1. Permanent residents approved in principle

Those who are employed in Singapore or move their family to Singapore within five years can apply for permanent residence.

2. Settle down as a permanent resident (LPR)

People who have acceptable professional experience or university degree but are not currently working in Singapore are interested in settling in Singapore. The scheme gives Hong Kong people the right of permanent residence on the principle of five years, and the holder can consider the scheme. Successful applicants will have two years to find employment opportunities locally and move their families to a new place. Once a job is found or a family moves to a new place, the applicant will be granted permanent resident status. Permanent resident status cannot be renewed.

3. Professional and technical personnel and skilled workers permanent resident plan (PTS)

Those who apply for permanent residence under the scheme must find a job before applying. They must also hold an employment permit and be under 50 years old. The applicant's spouse and children under the age of 2 1 can also apply for permanent residence. Applicants will be evaluated according to the scoring system: the type of employment permit, time in Singapore, education, basic monthly salary, age, and whether there are relatives in Singapore.

4. Overseas Art Talents Scheme

Overseas artistic talents in art, photography, dance, music, drama, literature and film can apply for the program. Applicants must first submit a detailed resume and supporting documents (photo album, newspaper report, etc.). ) to the National Arts Council for evaluation. If the Arts Council considers the candidate suitable, the applicant will receive an application form for permanent residence.

5. Savings plan

Entrepreneurs who are interested in saving S $65,438+500,000 yuan (US$ 900,000) from the Singapore government can participate in the scheme.

6. Business migration plan:

The scheme is suitable for entrepreneurs with good business records and detailed business plans in Singapore. Applicants must have at least one business plan with a total value of S $3 million (US$ 65,438+US$ 900,000) and make a gradual contribution to Singapore's economy. Investment projects must be approved by the Singapore Economic Development Board.

7. Technology Entrepreneur Employment Permit and Long-term Social Permit Scheme

The plan allows technology entrepreneurs and aspiring technology entrepreneurs to obtain long-term social permission to explore new business opportunities and establish new companies. According to the blueprint of Technology Entrepreneur 2 1, foreign professionals will be granted two kinds of licenses:

Long-term Social Permit (LTSVP) allows technology entrepreneurs to stay in Singapore for six months. If supported by the State Science and Technology Bureau, the Immigration Bureau allows him to stay for one year. Whether you can get support will depend on the applicant's initial business plan, relevant experience, education level and whether you have enough financial support during your stay.

The employment certificate Q 1 will be awarded to the science and technology entrepreneurs who support the establishment of local science and technology enterprises. The license is valid for two years and can be extended for three years. The Ministry of Human Resources also accepts collective applications from joint venture companies. The following are the approval conditions: appropriate university and professional diplomas, appropriate business plans, relevant technical and work experience, sufficient funds to support the plan, and personal living funds.

2. Conditions and expenses of immigration to Singapore

Singapore Advanced Employment Permit:

1, Entrepreneurship and Self-employment

Singapore's self-employment permit refers to a graded employment permit registered in Singapore and applied by Singapore's Ministry of Human Resources (MOM) in the form of self-employment (usually a company director) on the basis of holding 0/00% of the company's shares. By holding EP, you can further apply for permanent residence in Singapore (PR), and finally achieve the goal of emigrating to Singapore. Application conditions include:

1) at least 2 1 under 55 years old;

2) College degree or above, no language requirements;

3) Have certain business, management or investment experience;

4) Singapore registered company with a registered capital of more than S $500,000, holding 65,438+000% of the company's shares;

5) Hire local employees from Singapore and pay the provident fund;

6) No criminal record.

Step 2 set up a home office

He has held or controlled a company (not limited to China) and served as a senior manager/shareholder in the company for at least 65,438+0 years (the accumulated turnover of the company in the last five years has exceeded 6,543.80 billion RMB). It is suggested that the applicant's personal assets should not be less than S $6,543,800+million, and the minimum investment should be S $5 million.

GIP Global Business Investor Program:

To apply for this, you can choose to invest in establishing a new business entity in Singapore or expanding existing business operations, or invest in a global business investor program fund. Specific requirements include:

1, more than three years of entrepreneurial experience;

2. The turnover in the last year should reach 200 million Singapore dollars, and the average annual turnover in the last three years should reach 200 million Singapore dollars;

3. If the company is privately owned, it must hold more than 30% of the shares;

4. It must belong to the commercial field designated by Singapore.

Employment permit:

High-quality professionals can apply for employment permit (EP). This kind of immigration is a bit like employer sponsorship. Applicants with a monthly income of more than $4,000 can bring their spouses and minor children, and those with a monthly income of more than $8,000 can bring their parents. The specific requirements for the applicant are as follows:

1. The minimum wage for new employees is $3,300 per month;

2. The minimum wage can be increased according to the applicant's experience;

3. Must have the academic qualifications required for this position;

4. Must have relevant experience.

Generally speaking, although there are many ways and means to immigrate to Singapore, it is still difficult. Even if it is a simple way of changing employment to permanent residence, the salary requirements for applicants are very high. Although the policy requires not less than $3,300, according to actual experience, it is often more than $8,000, and it is easier to get PR if you have lived in Singapore for not less than five years.