Singapur

"Majulah Singapura" ("Adelante Singapur")

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Welcome to Singapore

Singapore: "Singapore, a global financial hub, is known for its modern skyline, efficient infrastructure, and diverse culture. Its economy, one of the strongest in Asia, is driven by finance, technology, and trade. Singapore’s high quality of life and business-friendly environment make it a leading global city.",

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Singapore Essentials

Himno nacional

Majulah Singapura

Día de la Independencia

9 de agosto de 1965

Haiko

La ciudad de los leones brilla / Los puestos ambulantes sirven cangrejo con chile / Jardines en el cielo

Interesting Tradition

Holds Chingay Parade a vibrant street parade celebrating multiculturalism

Weirdest Local Superstition

No apuntes a la luna

Strangest Law Still on the Books

Ilegal mascar chicle

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Come for the history, stay for the future

Come for the efficiency, stay for the excellence: Singapore orchestrates a masterful fusion of cultures, commerce, and innovation. Life moves between morning tai chi in garden towers and afternoon meetings in global headquarters, while evenings explore world-class culinary scenes. Strategic talent passes and business incentives have established it as Asia's premier hub for international professionals.

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Let's go

Enter a nation where 'kiasu' isn't just ambition, but the drive for excellence. Here, tradition and tomorrow create perfect harmony.

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Welcome to Singapore

Conocida por su limpieza y eficacia, donde mascar chicle es un delito pero comer es un pasatiempo nacional.

Singapore isn't just a country—it's a vision of the future rooted in tradition. Here, time accelerates between heritage shophouses and towering vertical gardens, and even a simple hawker center meal becomes a journey through Asia's finest flavors. This is a land where efficiency and soul create perfect harmony.

From the futuristic gardens of Marina Bay to the cultural enclaves of Chinatown and Little India, Singapore offers excellence for every urban explorer. Whether you're drawn to the architectural wonders of Gardens by the Bay, the shopping paradise of Orchard Road, or the hidden temples of Telok Ayer, you'll find a nation that turns urban planning into an art form.

Estadísticas

Savor the Flavor

Eat

chili crab (spicy seafood dish) - laksa (spicy noodle soup)

Drink

singapore sling (gin cocktail) - teh tarik (pulled milk tea)

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Thirsty?

Beer

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

Wine

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

Coffee

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

Tea

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

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Cultural Tips and Etiquette

#1
Tissue packets marking seats (chope) must be respected
#2
Food sharing protocols vary by ethnicity
#3
Queue jumping considered serious social offense
#4
Singlish use appropriate only in specific contexts
#5
Public eating has strict cleanliness rules

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Singapore Essentials

Representative Novel

If We Survive by Andrew Klavan (Novel set in a fictional country similar to Singapore)

National Animal

Lion

National Pasttime

Tenis de mesa

Recuerdo nacional

Bálsamo del Tigre

Plato nacional

Chili cangrejo

Festival Famosos

Desfile de Chingay

Danza famosa

Danza del león

Música famosa

Xinyao

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Did You Know?

Singapur alberga el primer Safari Nocturno del mundo.

El Safari Nocturno de Singapur es una atracción única que ofrece a los visitantes la oportunidad de ver animales nocturnos en su hábitat natural.

Singapur tiene uno de los puertos más activos del mundo.

El puerto de Singapur es un centro neurálgico del comercio mundial, que manipula millones de contenedores al año y conecta Asia con el resto del mundo.

El aeropuerto Changi de Singapur tiene un jardín de mariposas.

El aeropuerto de Changi, considerado uno de los mejores del mundo, alberga el primer jardín de mariposas del mundo, con más de 1.000 mariposas tropicales.

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Singapore’s Key Historical Events

1,299

Abril de 2014

Founding of the Kingdom of Singapura

1819

Julio de 2014

Founding of modern Singapore by Stamford Raffles

1942

Febrero de 2015

Japanese occupation during WWII

1959

Marzo de 2015

Self-government under Lee Kuan Yew begins

1965

Octubre de 2016

Singapore becomes fully independent

MOBILITY

Access Singapore Residency Rights on the GlobalPassport™ Platform 

NO. OF Mobility Assets

3

MOBILITY

Citizenship Pathways and
Residency Requirements

Citizenship by Birth
No
Citizenship by DESCENT
Citizenship by MARRIAGE
2 years
DUAL Citizenship
No
RESIDENCY BY Naturalization
2
PASSPORT VALIDITY
10 years, 5 years for children

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Passport Power

Visa Free Countries

164

Performance Class

Borderless Elite

Pasaporte Grado

A+

Rango

7

Score

190.5

This visa grants access to:

• 67% of the world's population 

• 86% of UNESCO sites 

• 92% of global GDP 

• 68% of the world's land area 

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Acceso sin visado a:

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Number of American Emigrants to Singapore by Year 

Year
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
2020
Singapur
290
743
1,402
1,573
1,764
2,181
2,646

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Quality of Life
Healthcare Ranking
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Rankings

Singapore's Global Rankings 

Singapore excels with highly efficient healthcare (#1) and very high English proficiency (#2). Our analysis shows very high safety (#5) and premium living standards (#4).

Exceptional performance
Standard performance
Needs Improvement
Rankings are based on 2023-2024 Global Indices and Assessments from recognized international organizations. Updated quarterly to reflect the most recent available data
4
Coste de la vida
2024
Premium
21
Quality of Life
2024
Very Good
5
Safety
2024
Very High
30
Happiness
2024
Alta
28
Tax Burden
2024
Minimal Load
2
English Proficiency
2023
Very High Proficiency
17
Rule of Law
2024
Very Strong
1
Healthcare System
2024
Highly Efficient
16
Pleasant Climate
2024
Very Pleasant

Healthcare

Healthcare Overview

Key Health Indicators

Edad media

35.1

years

Life Expectancy

83.6

years

Obesity Rate

10.60%

Tobacco Use

20.50%

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Health care Indicators

Health Expenditure

5.57%

of GDP

Hospital Beds

2.49

per 1000 people

Doctors

2.4

per 1000 people

Out-of-pocket

22.50%

of total expenditure

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Healthcare

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Public and Private Healthcare Systems

Singapore offers both public and private healthcare services, with its public system providing essential care at affordable rates for residents.

Private Healthcare Excellence

Singapore's private healthcare sector is world-renowned for offering state-of-the-art facilities and well-trained specialists.

Healthcare for Expats

Expatriates in Singapore typically choose private healthcare services, with many purchasing international health insurance for coverage.

Medical Tourism Hub

Singapore is a major hub for medical tourism, known for offering high-quality healthcare services to international patients.

Pharmaceutical Accessibility

Pharmaceuticals are widely available in Singapore, with both local and international medications accessible at competitive prices.

Healthcare

United Healthcare Coverage Service Index (2000 - 2021)

Healthcare

Healthcare Cost Calculator

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Coste de la vida

Singapore is known for its high cost of living, consistently ranking among the world's most expensive cities. Housing costs are exceptionally high, especially for properties in central locations. Food can be affordable at hawker centers, but dining out at restaurants and imported goods are expensive. Utilities are reasonably priced. Public transportation is efficient and relatively affordable. Education costs are high, particularly for international schools. The high costs are often offset by high salaries and a high standard of living.

Cost of Gasoline

$2.23

per liter

Cost of Meal

$11.66

(Inexpensive Restaurant)

Monthly Rent

$2,831.24

(1 bedroom, City Center)

Monthly Utilities

$166.45

(85m² Apartment)

Domestic Beer

$7.77

(0.5 liter draught)

Tipo del IVA

9%

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Cost of Living plus Rent Map

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Cost of Living Calculator

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Rent Calculator

Fiscalidad

Fiscalidad

Antes de trasladarse a Singapur, es importante conocer su sistema fiscal.+Singapur grava a los residentes por las rentas de fuente singapurense y las rentas extranjeras remitidas a Singapur. Los no residentes sólo tributan por los ingresos procedentes de Singapur. Los tipos impositivos para los residentes son progresivos y oscilan entre el 0% y el 22%. Los no residentes pagan un tipo fijo del 15% o los tipos para residentes, el que sea más alto. El impuesto sobre bienes y servicios (GST) es del 7%. Se aplica el impuesto sobre bienes inmuebles. Se requiere un Número de Referencia Fiscal a efectos fiscales.+Singapur tiene un tratado de doble imposición con Estados Unidos para evitar problemas de doble imposición.

Tax Residency Requirement

183 days

Worldwide Income Taxation

No (Territorial system)

Higher Rates for Foreign Assets

No

US Double Taxation Treaty

Ingresos personales

Progressive tax rate based on income levels

0%-22%

Personal Capital Gains

Flat rate on investment gains

0%

Herencia

Based on inherited amount and relationship

0%

Ingresos de las empresas

Standard corporate tax rate applied to business profits

17%

Plusvalías de las empresas

Tax rate applied to capital gains from corporate investments

17%

Dividendos

Withholding tax rate applied to dividend distributions

0%

Interés

Withholding rate interest payment to non-residens

15%

Derechos de autor

Withholding tax rate for royalty payments

10%

Work Assignment

Foreign individuals are considered residents if they are physically present or exercise employment in Singapore for 183 days or more during the calendar year preceding the year of assessment.

Overall Ranking

Global position in PWC’c Ease of Paying Taxes ranking

7

Ease of Paying Taxes Score

Overall score based on multiple factors

91.6

Total Tax and Cotribution Rate

TTCR percentage including all mandatory contributtions

21
%

Time to Comply

Annual hours required to comply with tax regulations

64
HOURS

Number of Payments

Total number of tax payments required annually

5

Post-filing Index

Score measuring the ease of processes after filing taxes

72
%

taxation

Tax Burden Map

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Income Tax Calculator

CLIMATE

Climate Type

Tropical; hot, humid, rainy; two distinct monsoon seasons

Average Temperature

27.68 °C

Humidity

84

%

Average Annual Precipitation

2,497

mm

Rainless Days per Year

178

Best Time to Travel

February-April

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Preguntas frecuentes sobre la obtención de la residencia o la nacionalidad en Singapur

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