Includes S$315 ACRA official fees.
Company setup guide
Singapore Company Setup Guide
A Singapore private limited company generally needs a company name, shareholders, at least one locally resident director, a registered office, a company secretary and a stated business activity. Registration is only the first step; the company also needs records, accounts, tax filings and Annual Returns.
Use this guide to prepare the ownership structure, documents and post-incorporation responsibilities before submitting the ACRA filing.
Resident director must already be arranged.
Secretary, accounting and tax are separate services.
Core requirements
What must be settled before filing
- Company name and principal activity
- Shareholders, directors and beneficial owners
- Eligible Singapore resident director
- Singapore registered office address
- Paid-up capital and financial year end
Document checklist
What founders should prepare
- Identity and address documents
- Ownership and group structure
- Business description and intended SSIC
- Source of funds and expected transaction countries
- Corporate shareholder documents where applicable
After incorporation
What the company must maintain
- Company secretary and statutory registers
- Board and shareholder resolutions
- Bookkeeping and supporting records
- ECI and corporate income tax filing
- Annual Return and company information updates
Official sources
Rules and filing guidance
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FAQ
Questions founders commonly ask
Can a foreigner own all shares in a Singapore company?
In many ordinary cases, yes. The company still needs a locally resident director, registered office, company secretary and complete KYC documents.
Is a nominee director always required?
No. It is relevant where the company does not have another eligible Singapore resident director, subject to due diligence and acceptance.
Does incorporation include bank account approval?
No. A bank conducts its own KYC, business and risk assessment.
When should accounting records start?
Records should be kept from the first transaction, including capital, expenses, invoices and bank movements.