Singapore

Expat Tax Calculator

Free Singapore calculator designed to help users make accurate financial decisions using local standards.

By the GlobalCalqulate team, founded by Pavan Kusunuri · About our editorial standards

Employment & Income

Annual employment income (SGD)

Gross annual salary from Singapore employer, including bonuses and allowances.

Work pass type

Affects CPF eligibility and any special tax treatment. EP and S Pass holders generally pay no CPF.

Foreign‑sourced income (SGD)

Income from outside Singapore (e.g., rental, dividends, overseas salary). Generally not taxable if not remitted into Singapore (for non-residents) or under certain conditions.

Tax paid overseas on foreign income (SGD)

Tax credits may be available under Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs).

Tax Residency & Stay Period

Tax residency status

Residents pay progressive rates from 0% to 24% (2026). Non‑residents pay flat 15% or resident rates on employment income (whichever higher), and 24% on other income.

Number of days in Singapore in the year

Used to confirm residency. 183 days or more generally makes you a tax resident.

CPF & Other Obligations

Are you exempt from CPF contributions?

Most foreigners on work passes do not contribute to CPF. If you are a Singapore PR, you may have CPF.

Employer CPF contribution (if any) - SGD

If your employer voluntarily contributes to CPF (rare for EP/SP), enter here. This is not deducted from your salary but is additional cost.

Do you have qualifying dependents (child/parent) in Singapore?

Residents can claim up to SGD 4,000 per child and SGD 9,000 per parent. Non‑residents generally cannot claim.

Tax clearance required (leaving Singapore / ceasing employment)?

If yes, IRAS requires employer to withhold salary until tax clearance. Not a calculation input but important information.

✓ Reviewed and updated for accuracy using current official rates and widely accepted formulas.

Help & FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions to help you use this calculator confidently.

Am I a Singapore tax resident if I work here?

Tap to view the answer

You are a tax resident if you reside in Singapore for >183 days in a calendar year, OR have a permanent place of residence in Singapore. Tax residency affects your tax obligations and CPF contributions.

Do I contribute to CPF if I'm a foreigner on an Employment Pass?

Tap to view the answer

Generally, non-citizens on Employment Passes (EP) do NOT contribute to CPF. Only citizens and PRs are required to. Check with your employer for CPF eligibility based on your visa class.

What if my home country also taxes me?

Tap to view the answer

Singapore has tax treaties with many countries to avoid double taxation. Foreign tax credits can be claimed against your Singapore tax liability.

Need more help? Contact support or email support@globalcalqulate.com

We typically reply within 24–48 hours.

Explore calculators closely related to this tool — frequently used by users planning money, tax, health and lifestyle decisions.

Self-Employed Quarterly Tax Calculator

Open calculator →

Income Tax Calculator

Open calculator →

Salary After Tax Calculator

Open calculator →

Singapore Tax Calculators

Open calculator →

CPF Withdrawal & Retirement Runway Calculator

Open calculator →

Rental Yield & Property ROI Calculator

Open calculator →

Capital Gains & Property Resale Tax Calculator

Open calculator →

CPF Contribution Calculator

Open calculator →

Medical Insurance Premium Estimator

Open calculator →

Investment Portfolio Allocation Calculator

Open calculator →

Browse by Country•Health Calculators•Conversion Tools

How to Use This Calculator

Enter your annual employment income

Include salary, bonus, allowances from Singapore employer.

Select your work pass type

Determines CPF eligibility and any special tax treatment.

Indicate tax residency status and days stayed

Residents get progressive rates and reliefs; non‑residents pay flat or higher rates.

Add any foreign income and overseas tax paid

Singapore generally does not tax foreign income if not remitted, but cross‑border rules apply.

Specify if you have dependents (for residents)

Only tax residents can claim dependent reliefs.

Review tax liability and net take‑home pay

See estimated income tax, CPF (if any), and after‑tax salary.

Understanding Your Results

Taxable Income
Employment income minus any allowable deductions (e.g., earned income relief for residents). Foreign income is generally excluded unless remitted by a non‑resident.
Income Tax Payable
For residents: progressive rates from 0% to 24% (2026). For non‑residents: 15% flat on employment income (or resident rates if higher), and 24% on other income.
CPF Contributions
Most expats on EP/SP pay no CPF. If you are a PR, you may contribute 20% (employee) and employer 17%. This calculator assumes no CPF by default.
Net Take‑Home Pay
Annual income minus income tax payable (and minus employee CPF if applicable).
Tax Clearance Reminder
If leaving Singapore or ceasing employment, employer must file tax clearance (IR21) and withhold salary. Plan ahead.

Key Tips

✓
If you stay ≥183 days in a calendar year, you are a tax resident – you get progressive rates and reliefs.
✓
Most EP/S Pass holders pay no CPF – your take‑home pay is gross minus only income tax.
✓
Non‑residents pay 15% flat on employment income – higher than resident rates for low income (< SGD 100,000).
✓
Foreign income remitted to Singapore may be taxable – avoid remittance if you want to keep it tax‑free.
✓
If you have dependents in Singapore, being a resident allows you to claim significant tax reliefs.
✓
Plan for tax clearance when leaving – your employer will withhold final pay until IRAS clearance is done.
✓
Consider contributing to SRS (Supplementary Retirement Scheme) – voluntary for expats, tax‑deferred.
✓
Keep records of days in Singapore – IRAS may request proof of residency status.

Singapore Expat Tax & CPF Guide (2026)

Tax residency rules for expats in Singapore

You are a tax resident if you stayed in Singapore for ≥183 days in the calendar year, or for 3 consecutive years (even if less than 183 days in the first year). Non‑residents are those who stay less than 183 days and do not meet the 3‑year rule.

Tax rates for residents vs non‑residents (2026)

Residents pay progressive rates from 0% (on first SGD 20,000) up to 24% (on income above SGD 1,000,000). Non‑residents pay 15% flat on employment income (or resident rates if higher), and 24% on other income like rental or director fees.

First year of employment – special rule

If you start work in Singapore in the second half of the year, your first year is treated as a ‘graduated’ year: you may be considered resident if you stay for at least 183 days from the date of arrival? Actually, IRAS looks at the calendar year. If you arrive after January, you may be non‑resident for that first year. Consult IRAS.

CPF for expats – what you need to know

Most foreigners on Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit are not required to contribute to CPF. However, Singapore Permanent Residents (PRs) must contribute. Some employers voluntarily offer CPF-like benefits, but these are not mandatory.

Foreign income – is it taxable in Singapore?

Generally, foreign‑sourced income is not taxable if it is not remitted into Singapore (for individuals who are not resident). For tax residents, foreign income received in Singapore may be taxable unless exempt under specific schemes (e.g., foreign-sourced dividends). Many expats rely on the ‘territorial’ principle – but careful with remittance.

Double taxation agreements (DTAs)

Singapore has DTAs with many countries to avoid double taxation. If you paid tax overseas on income that is also taxable in Singapore, you may claim foreign tax credit (up to the lower of Singapore tax or overseas tax).

Tax reliefs for expat residents

Residents can claim earned income relief (SGD 1,000), CPF relief (if contributing), child relief (SGD 4,000 per child), parent relief (SGD 9,000 if parent lives in Singapore and income below SGD 4,000), and course fees relief (up to SGD 5,500). Non‑residents cannot claim most reliefs.

Tax clearance when leaving Singapore

If you are an expat ceasing employment or leaving Singapore for more than 3 months, your employer must file Form IR21 at least one month before departure. IRAS will issue a tax clearance, and the employer must withhold your salary until clearance is done. Failure can result in penalties.

Filing your tax return

Most expats receive Form IR8A from employer and file electronically via myTax portal. Filing is due by 15 April (for residents) or 15 April following the year of assessment (for non-residents who have tax clearance).

Disclaimer

This calculator provides general estimates. Tax residency, CPF obligations, and foreign income treatment are complex and depend on individual circumstances. Always refer to IRAS website or consult a qualified tax advisor in Singapore.

Employment & Income

Tax Residency & Stay Period

CPF & Other Obligations

Am I a Singapore tax resident if I work here?

Do I contribute to CPF if I'm a foreigner on an Employment Pass?

What if my home country also taxes me?

Related Calculators

Self-Employed Quarterly Tax Calculator

Income Tax Calculator

Salary After Tax Calculator

Singapore Tax Calculators

CPF Withdrawal & Retirement Runway Calculator

Rental Yield & Property ROI Calculator

Capital Gains & Property Resale Tax Calculator

CPF Contribution Calculator

Medical Insurance Premium Estimator

Investment Portfolio Allocation Calculator

Employment & Income

Tax Residency & Stay Period

CPF & Other Obligations

How to Use This Calculator

Understanding Your Results

Key Tips

Singapore Expat Tax & CPF Guide (2026)

Tax residency rules for expats in Singapore

Tax rates for residents vs non‑residents (2026)

First year of employment – special rule

CPF for expats – what you need to know

Foreign income – is it taxable in Singapore?

Double taxation agreements (DTAs)

Tax reliefs for expat residents

Tax clearance when leaving Singapore

Filing your tax return

Disclaimer

How to Use This Calculator

Understanding Your Results

Key Tips

Singapore Expat Tax & CPF Guide (2026)

Tax residency rules for expats in Singapore

Tax rates for residents vs non‑residents (2026)

First year of employment – special rule

CPF for expats – what you need to know

Foreign income – is it taxable in Singapore?

Double taxation agreements (DTAs)

Tax reliefs for expat residents

Tax clearance when leaving Singapore

Filing your tax return

Disclaimer