Asia·100+ treaties·PE risk: Low
🇸🇬 Singapore tax residency
183 days OR continuous 3-year presence
Residency threshold
183 days
Tax range
0–24% (foreign income exempt)
Digital nomad visa
No
Singapore taxes only Singapore-sourced income for individuals. Foreign income remitted by residents is generally exempt — making it an exceptional base for global earners.
Best for
Asia-Pacific founders and fund managers
Common pitfall
Short-term employees <60 days are tax-exempt, but 61–182 days hit a flat 15%.
Exit / mitigation tip
Use the 'concession' rule to spread employment across years if borderline.
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