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How to earn money online in Singapore

The main platforms are open from Singapore. IRAS says income from online activities for a profit is taxable, whether part-time or full-time.

✓ Checked 6 Nov 2026 · Next check 5 Feb 2027
The ArtScience Museum and the Singapore skyline

Open from Singapore: YouTube Partner Program, AdSense electronic transfer, Selling on Etsy, Shopify Payments and Prolific studies. Being on a platform is one thing, and getting the money out is another.

What works from Singapore

MethodStatusWhat we found
YouTube Partner Program✓ AvailableSingapore is on Google’s list of program countries.
AdSense electronic transfer✓ AvailableListed on Google’s electronic transfer list.
Selling on Etsy✓ AvailablePayment processing is 4.4% + 0.35 SGD, on top of Etsy’s 6.5% transaction fee.
Shopify Payments✓ AvailableOn Shopify’s supported country list.
Prolific studies✓ AvailableOn Prolific’s country list. Cash-out from $6 or £6.
TikTok Creator RewardsSources differOne guide lists it and another does not, and TikTok publishes no list, so check inside the app.
Upwork and FiverrCheck at sign-upTwo guides put Upwork in over 180 countries. Fiverr publishes no country list we could read, so confirm both at sign-up.

Tax on online income in Singapore

  1. Online incomeIRAS says income from online activities on your own account for a profit is taxable, whether they are part-time or full-time.
  2. A hobby is differentIRAS says money from a hobby or pastime is generally not business or self-employment income.
  3. RatesPwC lists graduated rates from 0% to 24% for residents, and its table charges nothing on the first SGD 20,000.
  4. FilingPwC says the tax return must be submitted by 18 April.
  5. GSTPwC gives 9%, and registration above SGD 1 million of taxable supplies in 12 months.

Quick answers

Can you make money on YouTube in Singapore?

Yes. Singapore is on Google’s list of program countries. AdSense pays out at $100 in US dollars, and its threshold differs by account currency.

How does Google pay in Singapore?

Singapore is on Google’s electronic transfer list.

Do you pay tax on online income in Singapore?

IRAS says income from online activities on your own account for a profit is taxable, whether they are part-time or full-time.

What people in Singapore search for

Before you pay anyone

  • Offers of pay for liking videos or rating products follow a known scam pattern.
  • Never pay a fee to get a job or to withdraw your earnings.

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