Emigrating from Finland to Singapore: tax and cost of living

Compared by dimension

On an average Finland income of €48,000 gross per year, you keep €46,163 net in Singapore: a difference of €12,499 per year compared with Finland.

• Tax: on this income Singapore lands at an effective rate of about 4%, against 30% in Finland.
• Passport and mobility: from Singapore you travel visa-free to 192 countries.
• Residency: on our accessibility scale Singapore scores 87 out of 100 for obtaining residency.
• Living environment: banking, internet, safety and healthcare together give Singapore a living-environment score of 90 out of 100.

The tax regime in Singapore

Residents are taxed progressively from 0 to 24 percent (YA2024). Foreign income is only taxable if received in Singapore by a resident through a Singapore partnership. No capital gains, wealth or inheritance tax. GST is 9 percent.

Residency and visas in Singapore

Residence usually starts with an Employment Pass; permanent residency is selective. Citizenship requires at least 2 years of PR, and dual nationality is not permitted. The Global Investor Programme offers an investment route to PR.

Frequently asked questions

What is the financial difference between Finland and Singapore?

On an average Finland income it differs by roughly €12,499 net per year. Your own figure depends on your income and situation; calculate it with the free freedom check.

Is this tax advice?

No. Libaros compares on the basis of primary government sources and provides information. For personal decisions, consult a qualified adviser.

What sources is this based on?

The Freedom Score uses the OECD Tax Database, IATA Timatic, the Henley Visa Index and Eurostat, with direct links to primary government sources.