What are initial requirements to register a company in Singapore?

Minimum one director and one shareholder. Local resident director(s). A local registered address in Singapore.

What kinds of business are allowed in Singapore?

Generally, no restrictions except for financial services, education, media-related or other politically sensitive businesses.

Do I have to file annual returns for my Singapore company?

In Singapore, it is mandatory for a company to file annual returns with Accounting and the Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA), and annual tax returns with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS).

Can a foreign individual or corporate have complete ownership of a Singapore company?

Definitely, yes. According to Singapore Companies Act, 100% ownership of a Singapore company is permitted, either for a local person or a foreigner.

Which taxes must a company in Singapore pay annually?

A Singapore company is basically taxed for its profits, regardless of the sources. For the first three years, the company is levied from 0% to 17% depending on its incomes. After that, the tax rates are 8.5% and 17%, respectively for the first 300,000 SGD and the remainder.

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Pro-business environment with corporate income tax capped at 17%

Partial tax exemption scheme for companies and new startups in Singapore

Avoidance of Double Taxation Agreements with over 70 countries

Investment Guarantee Agreements with 41 countries

Free Trade Agreements with 26 countries

The largest corporate banking centre in Asia

Excellent standards of livings

Well-developed financial markets and system

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At least one director

Local registered address

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Singapore's company formation process varies depending on your residency.

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Singapore company formation process

steps to register a company in Singapore

Step 1: Select company name and types

To set up a company in Singapore, you must first acquire a name that's available and in line with statutory requirements.

Typically, there are universal guidelines to choosing a name for your business: availability, appropriateness and uniqueness. As for choosing an entity type, it's best to go with the one that suits business needs to the most.

Step 2:Submit application

You will need to ascertain information on the directors, shareholders, or other key personnels, in prelude to submitting them along with your chosen company name to the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA).

Step 3:Apply for business license

By law, all companies must obtain a business license as either as a sole trader or a registered business. Depending on the nature of your business, additional vetting by industry-specific inspectors and consulting agencies may become a prerequisite before your application is approved.

Step 4:Open a bank account

Here's the final step before getting your company up and going smoothly in Singapore: opening a business bank account.

To ensure a swift and effortless process, consider financial institutions like Aspire, Payoneer, and ANEXT, which utilize cloud-based solutions. Alternatively, you can also opt for a traditional bank account for more comprehensive services.

Step 5:Stay compliant

Singapore is among the top jurisdictions for doing business in its region. This presents a higher compliance ceiling for those who wish to incorporate here, with key requirements being the annual returns filing, registered office maintenance, etc.

KYC Documents Checklist

KYC documents are essential to verify the identity of individuals and corporations in Singapore.
Below, you'll find a list of the required documents.

Individual

Corporation or Entity

The following proofs are required for all company members including Directors, Shareholders, Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), and Contact persons.

Proof of identity

Colored scan of Singapore identity cards (IC);
Email address and phone number;
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), Resumé, or Linkedin profile.

Proof of address

No proofs of address required.

To establish the identity of a corporation or entity, it is necessary to provide company documents and proofs of its members.

Please provide us with certified true copy (scanned version) of the following company documents:

Certificate of Incorporation;
Memorandum and Articles of Association / Constitution;
Register of Director;
Register of Shareholder / UBO;
Extract of the company’s details from the Registrar of Companies, which can include any of the following: Business Profile / Certificate of Incumbency / Certificate of Good standing (valid for within 6 months if any).

Note: In case the company documents can be certified via official government site, there is no need to submit certified copies.

*Note that the list provided, while comprehensive, may not encompass all requirements.

For further personalized consultations tailored to your specific case, please reach out to our support team anytime

KYC Documents Checklist

KYC documents are essential to verify the identity of individuals and corporations in Singapore.
Below, you'll find a list of the required documents.

Individual

Corporation or Entity

The following proofs are required for all company members including Directors, Shareholders, Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), and Contact persons.

Singapore Citizen

Proof of identity

Colored scan of Singapore identity cards (IC);
Email address and phone number;
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), Resumé, or Linkedin profile.

Proof of address

No proofs of address required.

Singapore Employment Pass Holders

Proof of identity

Colored scan of the passport (valid for at least 6 months);
Colored scan of the Foreign Identification Number (FIN) (valid for at least 6 months);
Email address and phone number;
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), Resumé, or Linkedin profile.

Proof of address

We require scans of address proof, which can include any of the following: Bank reference / Bank statement / Utility bill / Driver license.

The address proof must clearly show the holder's full name along with physical address written in English (P.O. Box addresses are not accepted).

Please note that the provided proofs must be the most recent version and dated within the last 3 months.

Singapore Permanent Resident

Proof of identity

Colored scan of the passport (valid for at least 6 months);
Colored scan of the Identity Card (valid for at least 6 months);
Email address and phone number;
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), Resumé, or Linkedin profile.

Proof of address

We require scans of address proof, which can include any of the following: Bank reference / Bank statement / Utility bill / Driver license.

The address proof must clearly show the holder's full name along with physical address written in English (P.O. Box addresses are not accepted).

Please note that the provided proofs must be the most recent version and dated within the last 3 months.

Foreigners

Proof of identity

Colored scan of the passport (valid for at least 6 months);
Email address and phone number;
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (C.V.), Resumé, or Linkedin profile.

Proof of address

We require scans of address proof, which can include any of the following: Bank reference / Bank statement / Utility bill / Driver license.

The address proof must clearly show the holder's full name along with physical address written in English (P.O. Box addresses are not accepted).

Please note that the provided proofs must be the most recent version and dated within the last 3 months.

To establish the identity of a corporation or entity, it is necessary to provide company documents and proofs of its members.

Company documents

Please provide us with certified true copy (scanned version) of the following company documents:

Certificate of Incorporation;
Memorandum and Articles of Association / Constitution;
Register of Director;
Register of Shareholder / UBO;
Extract of the company’s details from the Registrar of Companies, which can include any of the following: Business Profile / Certificate of Incumbency / Certificate of Good standing (valid for within 6 months if any).

Note: In case the company documents can be certified via official government site, there is no need to submit certified copies.

Company members

All members of the corporation, including Directors, Shareholders, Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs), and Contact persons, must provide identity and address proofs.

For a detailed list of requirement, see here

*Note that the list provided, while comprehensive, may not encompass all requirements.

For further personalized consultations tailored to your specific case, please reach out to our support team anytime

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