- Singapore is Wise’s APAC hub, home to just under 600 employees across functions, including Product, Compliance, People, Operations and Customer Service
- The new office at Paya Lebar Quarter spans over 31,800 square feet - 25% larger than its previous space
- This is Wise’s third move in Singapore and its largest to date, featuring enhanced wellness and collaborative spaces to boost productivity and employee well-being
Singapore, April 1, 2025 — Wise, the global technology company building the best way to move and manage the world’s money, has expanded its Asia Pacific hub in Singapore with a new office at Paya Lebar Quarter. Spanning 31,800 square feet — 25% larger than its previous location — this is Wise’s largest office in Singapore to date, reflecting the company’s long-term commitment to the region.
The new office was officiated by Siisi Saetalu, Deputy Head, Estonian Embassy, and Nik Mehta, British High Commissioner to Singapore.
(From left to right: Smrithi Ravi, Engineering Lead, APAC Regional Expansion, Siisi Saetalu, Deputy Head, Estonian Embassy, SK Saraogi, Singapore CEO and APAC Head of Expansion, Nik Mehta, British High Commissioner to Singapore, SerJin Lee, Interim Chief Compliance Officer)
This follows a year of global growth for Wise, with new office openings in London, Tallinn, and Kuala Lumpur, and further expansion in Austin. It also comes on the heels of Wise’s recognition in the Financial Times Best Employers Asia-Pacific 2025 list, underscoring the company’s commitment to creating an inclusive and positive workplace.
Singapore has been Wise’s Asia Pacific headquarters since 2016, supporting the company’s second-largest revenue-generating region globally, after Europe. Since 2022, Wise’s Singapore team has more than doubled to just under 600 employees, spanning across Product, Engineering, Operations, Customer Service, Compliance and more. The Engineering team in Singapore now represents about 10% of the company’s global engineering workforce. With its new headquarters, Wise is well-placed to tap into Singapore’s diverse talent pool and global connectivity.
Wise has also seen strong customer adoption, with its customer base in Singapore growing by 30% in the last financial year, driven by both individuals and businesses. Wise Platform, the company’s infrastructure offering for banks and enterprises, has been instrumental in driving Wise’s growth in the region, forming partnerships with major banks and digital platforms including Standard Chartered, Morgan Stanley, Agoda and Tiger Brokers.
The new office reflects Wise’s strategic investment in the future of digital financial services in the Asia Pacific region. Over the years, the company has continued to invest in building direct connections to payment systems, starting in 2018 when Wise became the first non-bank to connect to the UK’s Faster Payment System (FPS). Today, Wise has six direct integrations to payment systems, including Singapore’s Fast and Secure Transfers (FAST), the Philippines’ InstaPay, Australia’s New Payments Platform (NPP), with approvals to join Japan’s domestic payment network Zengin.
“Singapore is a cornerstone of our operations in Asia Pacific, and this new office is a key milestone in strengthening our regional presence. It reflects our continued investment in the country’s fintech ecosystem and our mission to provide the best way to move and manage money globally,” said Shrawan (SK) Saraogi, Singapore CEO and APAC Head of Expansion at Wise. “We’re committed to investing in purpose-built workspaces that foster collaboration and empower Wisers to create innovative products for our customers. This move is not just about relocating in Singapore—it’s about deepening our commitment to the market and future-proofing our presence in a thriving global fintech hub.”
Nik Mehta, British High Commissioner to Singapore, said “Wise’s expansion in Singapore represents exactly the kind of growth and innovation that enhances the UK-Singapore economic partnership. Our expertise in financial services and tech means British firms are at the heart of global growth markets, and with the right international partnerships, can drive prosperity across borders.”
H.E. Priit Turk, Ambassador of Estonia to Singapore, Indonesia and ASEAN, said "We are proud to witness Wise’s continued global growth, particularly here in Singapore, which serves as a vital hub for its operations in the Asia-Pacific region. Originating from Estonia, Wise stands as a testament to our nation’s spirit of innovation and digital excellence. We are pleased to see Wise’s expanding presence in the region and wish them continued success."
The office design draws inspiration from Asia Pacific’s diverse cultural heritage and incorporates the five elements of metal, earth, water, wind and wood to create thoughtfully designed zones for the nearly 600 employees at Wise working towards a shared mission.
- Purpose-built spaces for innovation: This includes open-plan areas, collaborative zones, and versatile meeting rooms inspired by Asian folklore. The new office adds 40% more meeting rooms and 50% more phone booths than the previous workspace.
- Wellness spaces: Massage pods, nap rooms, parent rooms, multi-faith rooms to support employee well-being and productivity.
- Ergonomic workstations: Height adjustable desk setups and quiet zones for focused work.
- Collaboration with local artists: Featuring works by Samuel Xun, Andy Yang, Ezzam Rahman, Daniel Chong, Bridget Tay and Dylan Chan, that celebrate identity, belonging, and change.
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About Wise
Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40 currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money.
One of the world’s fastest growing, profitable tech companies, Wise launched in 2011 and is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the ticker, WISE.
In fiscal year 2024, Wise supported around 12.8 million people and businesses, processing approximately £118.5 billion in cross-border transactions, and saving customers over £1.8 billion.
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