Singapore

Company Incorporation (Singapore)

We help foreign entrepreneurs and companies incorporate a Singapore Private Limited Company (Pte. Ltd.), including name reservation, ACRA filing, KYC onboarding, and post-incorporation compliance guidance.

Who is it for / Suitable for

Foreign entrepreneurs, SMEs, and multinational companies wanting a Singapore private limited company (Pte. Ltd.).

Individuals seeking a reputable, low-tax Asian base for regional or global operations.

Foreigners who wish to run a business in Singapore with or without relocating.

Ideal for e-commerce, consulting, trading, tech startups, investment vehicles, and service businesses.

Key Requirements

At least one local director (Singapore citizen, PR, or EntrePass/EP holder).

Minimum one shareholder (100% foreign ownership allowed).

A local registered address in Singapore.

A company secretary must be appointed within 6 months.

Paid-up capital of at least SGD 1.

KYC and due-diligence clearance for all foreign shareholders/directors.

If the foreigner wishes to work in Singapore, an Employment Pass is required.

Clients need to provide the following information / documents

Document Name

Notarized

Passport copy of all foreign shareholders & directors

Must be clear and valid

Proof of residential address (3 months recent)

Utility bill, bank statement

Company name options

2–3 preferred names for ACRA approval

Business activity description (SSIC code)

Required for company setup

Shareholding structure & capital details

For ACRA filing

Corporate documents of corporate shareholders (if any)

COI, business profile, directors list

Yes (if overseas entity)

KYC form / due diligence questionnaire

Required for compliance

Signed incorporation forms (digital)

Provided during engagement

Average Processing Time

Same day – 2 business days

Name reservation: Same day (usually within 1–2 hours). Company incorporation: Same day or 1–2 business days (after KYC approval).

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What you would get when the application is complete

Certificate of Incorporation

ACRA Business Profile (BizFile)

Company UEN (Unique Entity Number)

Memorandum & Constitution

e-Notice of Incorporation

Corporate bank account opening support letter (if applicable)

On-going Compliance Requirements

To keep your Singapore company compliant:

Maintain at least one local director

File annual return with ACRA

Prepare and file annual financial statements

File corporate income tax with IRAS

Maintain proper accounting records & bookkeeping

Hold AGM or file for AGM exemption

Keep company secretary and registered office active

Government Agencies Involved

Government agencies involved / overseeing the application:

ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority)

Company incorporation & compliance.

IRAS (Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore)

Corporate tax obligations.

Ministry of Manpower (MOM)

Work passes (if foreigner wants to work in SG).

Banks & MAS-regulated financial institutions

Corporate bank account KYC.

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