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Singapore Tax Guide

Asia
Updated January 2025
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Personal Tax Score
85/100
Very Tax Friendly
Business Tax Score
88/100
Very Tax Friendly

Personal Income Tax

Tax Residency

Day Threshold
183 days
Note
183 days in a year, or 3 consecutive years, or continuous straddling 2 years

Income Tax Rates

Top Marginal Rate
24%
Structure
Progressive 0-24% from YA 2024

Foreign Income Treatment

System
Territorial
Details
Foreign-sourced income not taxed unless received in Singapore (with exceptions)

Investment Income

Capital Gains
0%
Dividends
0%
Interest
0%

No capital gains tax for individuals


Wealth & Inheritance

Wealth Tax
No - No wealth tax
Inheritance Tax
No - No inheritance tax

Special Regimes

Not Ordinarily Resident (NOR)
5-year concession for qualifying individuals
Global Investor Program
Residency through investment

Practical Notes

Tax relief cap of S$80,000. Various reliefs for CPF, SRS, family support. No tax on foreign dividends remitted.

Business & Corporate Tax

Corporate Income Tax

Headline Rate
17%
Effective Rate Note
17% headline rate; partial exemption on first S$200,000 of chargeable income
Free Zone / Incentives
Various incentives for specific sectors and activities

Withholding Taxes

Dividends
0%
Interest
0-15%%
Royalties
0-10%%

VAT / GST

Rate
9%
Note
9% GST (increased from 8% in 2024)

Compliance & Substance

Substance Requirements
Moderate - economic substance requirements
Compliance Friction
Low - efficient digital tax system

Notable Regimes

  • Pioneer Certificate incentives
  • Development and Expansion Incentive
  • IP regime

Data Sources

Last updated: January 2025. Always verify with official sources before making decisions.

FAQ

What is the personal income tax rate in Singapore?

Singapore has a top personal income tax rate of 24%. The tax structure is: Progressive 0-24% from YA 2024. See the detailed breakdown above and verify with official sources.

Do I need to pay tax on foreign income in Singapore?

Singapore uses a territorial system for foreign income. Foreign-sourced income not taxed unless received in Singapore (with exceptions)

What are the residency requirements for Singapore?

Tax residency in Singapore generally requires 183 days of physical presence. 183 days in a year, or 3 consecutive years, or continuous straddling 2 years. Always verify current rules with official sources.

Is there a wealth tax in Singapore?

No, Singapore does not have a wealth tax. No wealth tax

What is the corporate tax rate in Singapore?

The corporate tax rate in Singapore is 17%. 17% headline rate; partial exemption on first S$200,000 of chargeable income