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Singapore Company Registration - An Overview

Singapore is one of the most business-friendly countries in the world, known for its low tax rates, transparent regulations, strategic location in Asia, and robust financial and legal systems. Foreigners are welcome to set up and own 100% of a company in Singapore, making it a global hotspot for startups, tech firms, and investment vehicles.

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Popular Business Structure: Private Limited Company (Pte. Ltd.)Requirements to Register a CompanyRegistration ProcessTax Benefits

Popular Business Structure: Private Limited Company (Pte. Ltd.)

This is the most common and preferred form of business entity in Singapore.

•Separate legal identity
•Limited liability for shareholders
•Eligibility for tax exemptions and incentives
•Can be fully foreign-owned

Requirements to Register a Company

Key Requirements
  • At least 1 local director (Singapore citizen, PR, or EP holder)
  • 1 to 50 shareholders (individuals or corporate entities, foreign or local)
  • Minimum SGD 1 paid-up capital (no maximum)
  • Singapore physical address (no PO boxes)
  • Company Secretary mandatory within 6 months

Registration Process

  1. Choose Company Name
    Must be approved by ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority). Should be unique and not offensive.
  2. Prepare Incorporation Documents
    Company constitution, director/shareholder details, and identification documents.
  3. Appoint Company Officers
    At least one local director and company secretary.
  4. Register with ACRA
    Done online via BizFile+, usually completed within 1-2 business days.
  5. Open Corporate Bank Account
    Available with local and international banks (DBS, OCBC, UOB, etc.).
  6. Register for Tax and Licenses
    Complete tax registration and obtain necessary industry licenses.

Tax Benefits

•Corporate Tax: Flat 17%
•Start-up Tax Exemption: First SGD 100K @ 0% (3 years)
•GST (if registered): 8% (as of 2023)
•No capital gains tax
•No dividend tax

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