Incorporation Services

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Incorporation, Secretarial, Accounting & HR-Payroll Help for Locals in Singapore

Trusted support for company incorporation, corporate secretarial services, accounting, payroll, tax compliance, and HR administration — all under one roof.

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Incorporation, Secretarial, Accounting & HR-Payroll Help for Foreigners

Setting Up a Business in Singapore

Trusted support for company setup, compliance, accounting, payroll, and ongoing business administration in Singapore.

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Local
Company Incorporation

Choose the type of company you want to incorporate

A Private Limited Company (limited by shares) belongs to legal business entities. It is separate from its shareholders and directors. Regardless, the company registration process is easy.

Pros

  • Shareholders of a Private Limited Company are not liable for any company debt beyond their share capital
  • The corporate income tax is between 0% and 17%
  • Newly established Singapore-registered companies can qualify for a few tax exemptions
  • Shareholding can be either local or foreign
  • The company can own property in its name

Cons

  • The Singapore Companies Act allows a maximum of 50 shareholders for every Private Limited Company
  • Shares are not made available to the public

The process of setting up a Branch Office is similar to a Subsidiary Company, however it is considered an extension of the parent company, rather than a separate legal entity.

Pros

  • 100% foreign ownership allowed
  • Ability to enter contracts on behalf of the parent or holding company
  • Leverage of the foreign company's name to drive the business forward

Cons

  • The parent company is liable for any losses
  • The Branch Office is restricted to the same constitution as the parent company
  • A parent company is required before setting up a Branch Office

A Sole Proprietorship has one owner who is personally responsible for any profit and losses. The business and its director are considered as a single entity.

Pros

  • All profits belong to the owner
  • Revenue is taxed at personal income tax rate so annual return filing does not apply
  • Less government compliance obligations compared to other business types

Cons

  • The owner is responsible for any losses or debt, putting your personal assets at risk
  • A Sole Proprietorship is not entitled to the same tax exemptions and rebates as corporations

This type of business can be owned by a minimum of two individual(s) and a company. The owners of a Partnership have limited liability much like the shareholders of a Private Limited Company.

Pros

  • As this is a separate legal entity, partners are not liable for any company debt beyond their share capital
  • Partnerships file income tax statements instead of annual returns
  • Less government compliance obligations compared to a Private Limited Company

Cons

  • Transfer of ownership is more complicated than doing this with a Private Limited Company
  • Less consumer-focused image than other types of businesses
Foreigner
Company Incorporation

5 steps for setting up a foreign company in Singapore

Corporate Secretary

Every Singapore company must appoint a qualified Corporate Secretary within six months of incorporation. The secretary ensures statutory records are maintained and filings with ACRA are completed on time.

Nominee Director

Foreign entrepreneurs must appoint at least one locally resident director. Our Nominee Director service helps you meet this requirement while you manage your business from abroad.

Registered address

All companies must maintain a local registered office address in Singapore. It cannot be a P.O. box and must be accessible during business hours for official correspondence.

Foreigners without Singpass must engage a certified filing agent to submit incorporation applications on your behalf. We guide you through every step:

  1. Identity verification — passport details and supporting KYC documents
  2. Proof of address and company information — business activity, shareholders, and directors
  3. Paid-up capital — minimum S$1; additional capital can be injected later

We partner with leading Singapore banks and fintech providers to help you open a business bank account. Many partners support remote onboarding, and KYC interviews can often be completed via video conferencing.

Even companies with no transactions must file tax returns (Form C or Form C-S). We establish your financial year-end, bookkeeping schedule, and compliance calendar so you never miss a statutory deadline. Penalties apply for late or non-filing.

An Employment Pass (EP) allows foreign founders and key staff to work and live in Singapore. Applications are submitted through your registered company. Processing typically takes three to six months depending on profile and supporting documents.

Ready to incorporate in Singapore? Our team handles ACRA filings, compliance setup, and ongoing support from day one.

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