January 2026

Welcome to SingaFrog's January 2026 archive, an essential resource crafted for Westerners poised to thrive in Singapore's dynamic landscape. This month, we delve into why Singapore tax residency is the ultimate move for global entrepreneurs, providing expert guidance on navigating personal income tax for high-earning expats and uncovering corporate tax incentives that could see your company's tax burden drop to an incredible 0% to 8.5%. Explore the elite investment structure of Variable Capital Companies (VCCs), master the process of opening a priority bank account as an HNWI, and discover the best offshore banking services in Singapore for non-residents, reinforcing the Lion City's reputation as the 'Switzerland of Asia' for private wealth. We also simplify estate planning using Singaporean trusts to protect your global assets and clarify capital gains tax (or the lack thereof), ensuring your wealth management strategy, from DBS Treasures to Citi Gold, is robust and future-proof.