The KSFTA entitles investors to national treatment in all sectors of the other country, except for those explicitly listed.

Thus, in liberalised sectors, a Singapore investor will enjoy the same level of treatment which is accorded to local companies, at both national and provincial levels. Further details are provided for the sectors that have improved benefits especially for sectors such as courier services, education services, environmental services and contract manufacturing - can be found in the section on the Services Chapter.

Investment protection: The Chapter contains provisions allowing the right to freely transfer funds relating to investment between the two countries. Both sides have also agreed not to take over the assets of the company unreasonably without proper compensation.

If an aggrieved investor that has suffered losses deems that Korea or Singapore has acted in breach of its obligations under the KSFTA, it can take Korea or Singapore government to an international arbitration tribunal. This right of the investor is in addition to and independent of any other contractual rights. This highlights that both countries are committed to maintaining open economies with attractive investment regimes.