With a business-friendly environment, transparent regulatory framework, and competitive tax structure, Singapore stands out as a premier destination for both local entrepreneurs and international investors.

The country offers an environment that fosters innovation, growth, and ease of doing business, making it an ideal launchpad for startups and a strategic regional hub for established multinational corporations.

From streamlined incorporation procedures to strong legal protections, company registration in Singapore offers a strategic advantage for businesses looking to scale efficiently and operate with confidence.

Access to a highly skilled workforce and world-class infrastructure further strengthens Singapore’s appeal as a global business hub.

Our Company Incorporation Services

  • Company Incorporation
  • Provision of company registered address
  • Nominee director
  • Opening of bank account
  • Appointment of secretary
  • Register of trademark
  • Preparation of share certificate
  • Preparation of director resolutions
  • Preparation of minutes
  • Company Strike Off
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Why Choose Our Company Incorporation Services?

Incorporating Your Business In Singapore Has Never Been Easier

AG is an award-winning mid-tier accounting firm that has been trusted to help many small- and medium-sized businesses and multinational corporations successfully incorporate in Singapore.

At AG, we have significant expertise and a professional understanding of the business sector to assist enterprises, from startups to major multinational organisations, in effectively incorporating.

Our skilled consultants are committed to your company’s success; we will collaborate with you to understand your needs and provide customised solutions to help you reach your goals.

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Bank Account Opening Support

AG collaborates with key regional banks. Our advisors will advise and assist you in opening personal or business bank accounts in Singapore to begin the company registration process.
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Hassle Free

The majority of our contact takes place by email, teleconference, or phone call. As a result, your personal presence at our office is not required, saving you time and trouble. We incorporate e-signature technology into our workflow to make the process faster, easier, and more efficient.
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All-in-one Solution

Having all of your business incorporation services complete at AG streamlines the process, saving you time and money. AG is one of Singapore's only accounting companies that can meet ALL of your business's needs.
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Quick & Efficient

We work quickly and efficiently, preventing needless delays in the establishment of your firm by providing new company incorporation within an hour if all of the relevant paperwork is available.

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Many corporations want to enter the Asian market, notably Singapore, which is often regarded as Asia’s premier economic hub. New company incorporation in Singapore can be difficult without the correct help and direction.

At AG, we have significant expertise and professional understanding of the business sector to assist enterprises — from tiny start-ups to major multinational organisations – in effectively incorporating. Our skilled consultants are committed to your company’s success; we will collaborate with you to understand your needs and provide customised solutions to help you reach your goals.

In addition to incorporation services in Singapore, we provide a comprehensive suite of services that will cover all areas of your company’s registration and administration. We work with you every step of the process to give as much assistance as you require, handling all business registration paperwork so you can free up your time and energy to manage the complexity of forming a company in Singapore. By handling your back-end incorporation needs, you can focus on strategic planning and business operations to help your firm flourish.

Rest assured that we will be there for you every step of the way, as continual technical assistance is critical. You will have peace of mind knowing that your firm is in compliance with regulatory regulations and is up to date on market changes. With our skills, knowledge and top-rated services, you can start and build your business with simplicity and confidence.

Pte Ltd Company registration (S$615)

Included:

  1. Company name register
  2. Company profile regiser
  3. Preparing a standard M&A
  4. Incorporation bizfile
  5. ACRA company incorporation fee $300
  6. ACRA company name registration fee $15

1 year corporate secretarial service ($360)

Included:

  1. Preparing and filing Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  2. Preparing and filing Annual Return (AR filing)
  3. ACRA AR filing fee $60

*Excluded non-routine resolution like appointment or changing of new shareholder/director.  Each non-share related resolution is subject to S$100 admin fee before ACRA charge if any*

Register of Registrable Controller (S$300)

One of directors will be appointed as Registrable Controller

*subject to terms and conditions

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Types of Business Entities in Singapore

Pte Ltd

A Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd) is a separate legal entity from its owners (called shareholders).


This means the company can own property, enter contracts, sue, and be sued in its own name — independent of the people who run it. In Singapore, for example, a Pte Ltd can have between 1 and 50 shareholders.

sole proprietorship

A sole proprietorship is a business entity that is owned and controlled by a single individual, a company, or a limited liability partnership.

 

This entity is not legally separate from its owner, meaning the sole proprietor assumes full responsibility for all debts and liabilities. It’s best suited for small-scale, low-risk operations.

Partnerships

A partnership is a business structure owned by a minimum of two partners, who may be individuals, companies, or limited liability partnerships. In a general partnership, the number of partners is typically capped at 20.

 

However, this limit does not apply to professional partnerships established to practice regulated professions, such as law, where practitioners must hold specific qualifications mandated by law. In such cases, the partnership may consist of more than 20 partners.

Limited Partnerships

A Limited Partnership (LP) is a partnership consisting of a minimum of two partners, with at least one general partner and one limited partner. An individual or a corporation can be appointed a general partner or a limited partner of the LP.

 

This type of business entity does not have a separate legal entity from the partners. This means it will not be affected by legal action and cannot own property in its own name.

Limited Liability Partnerships

A limited liability partnership combines the flexibility of a partnership with a firm’s legal identity. It is recognised as a separate legal entity from its partners, meaning it can own property, sue or be sued, and continue existing regardless of changes in partnership.

 

Limited liability partnerships are ideal for professional services firms looking for limited liability while maintaining operational flexibility.

Company Registration Process

STEP 1: Required Documents

Company details

  1. Proposed name :
  2. Business activity :
  3. Company registered address :
  4. Total intended share capital (min SGDS $1) :
  5. Financial year end :
  6. Company director : (a) MR XXX (b) MS XXX
  7. Company shareholder : (a) MR XXX (b) MS XXX
  8. Shareholding apportionment (%) : (a) MR XXX – % (b) MS XXX – %

 

For foreign shareholder/ director/ beneficial owner (BO)

  1. Passport (notarised by commissioner of oath/ certified true copy by legal practitioner)
  2. Proof of foreign address (i.e: any of utilities bill/ phone bill/ credit card statements etc)
  3. A selfie photo with current passport ID
  4. Email & contact number

 

For local/ SPR shareholder/ director,

  1. NRIC (front back)
  2. Proof of address (i.e: any of utilities bill/ phone billing/ credit cards statement/ digital NRIC screenshot etc)
  3. Email & contact number

 

For corporate shareholder

  1. Company’s profile & certificate of incumbency (i.e: SSM profile/ Bizfile – certified true copy by legal practitioner)
  2. Proof of registered address (i.e: SSM profile/ Bizfile/ certificate of incumbency – certified true copy by legal practitioner)

 

 

For nominee director services acceptance:

  1. Company registration profile for the existing registered business – (i.e: SSM profile, certificate of incumbency)
  2. Proof of registered address & business address
  3. Past 2 years audited financial report of the existing business
  4. Past 2 years foreign tax assessment submission

STEP 2: COMPANY NAME APPLICATION

The application for a company name can be e-filed using the Bizfile website for a fee of S$15. The application is usually handled within 15 minutes of receiving the non-refundable money. The authorised name will be held for a period of 60 days.

STEP 3: BUSINESS REGISTRATION APPLICATION

Once your company name has been authorised, you can e-file your business registration application with all of your firm details, subject to an ACRA fee as shown below:

Name application fee S$15
Company limited by shares Company limited by guarantees
S$300 S$600

STEP 4: DURATION OF PROCESS

After paying the registration cost, you must wait 15 minutes for ACRA to accept or reject your application.

 

If the application must be sent to other authorities for approval (e.g. a private school which must be referred to the Ministry of Education), the approval process might take 14 days to two months.

 

Do note that within three days after submitting your application for Singapore business incorporation, you must submit an online endorsement from the firm’s directors/secretary using BizFile.

STEP 5: SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS REGISTRATION

If all goes well, you will receive an email with a download link for your company’s BizFile.

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Thing to take note after incorporation

Do I need a license to operate my business in Singapore?

If your industry is not regulated by any government agency, most businesses can commence operations immediately after incorporation.

 

**However, if it is a regulated industry like the following, you are required to obtain relevant licences to operate your business. Operating a regulated business without relevant licences is an office.

  • Food related：Singapore Food Agency (SFA)
  • Construction related：Building and Construction Authority (BCA)
  • Wellness related：Singapore Police Force （SPF）
  • Public health related：Health Sciences Authority (HSA)
  • Employment related：Ministry of Manpower (MOM)
  • Finance related：Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)
  • Education related：Ministry of Education （MOE）
  • Marine related：Marine and port authority of Singapore （MPA）
  • Aviation related：Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
  • Transport related：Land Transport Authority (LTA)

What are the yearly maintenance requirements for a Pte. Ltd. company?

The yearly maintenance of a Pte. Ltd. company depends on its corporate structure and financial performance. Generally, the fundamental statutory compliance requirements include:

  • Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  • Filing of Annual Return with ACRA
  • Submission of Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) to IRAS
  • Filing of Annual Tax Return with IRAS

Additional filing requirements, such as XBRL filing/ GST compliance, may apply depending on the company’s financial performance, license condition and registration status.

How soon can I hire a foreign worker after incorporating my company?

Once your company meets the eligibility requirements, you may initiate the application process about two weeks after incorporation. Keep in mind that approvals depend on the Work Pass type, sector quotas, and alignment with your company’s business activities.

What is CorpPass, and how soon can I complete the registration?

CorpPass is a digital authentication system that allows a company to securely authorise transactions and access government e-services.

The registration process is quick and straightforward, taking only 2–3 minutes:

  1. Enter your company’s UEN (Unique Entity Number)
  2. Enter and verify authoriser email
  3. Review and submit your registration

Once submitted, your CorpPass will be ready for use almost immediately, enabling authorized personnel to carry out company transactions online securely.

Yearly Compliance Timeline

For example: The financial year end of a Pte Ltd is 31/12/25
31/12/25
Finalise Accounts
Prepare financial report and tax computation for the financial year end (FYE)
31/03/26
IRAS
File Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) within 3 months after FYE
30/06/26
ACRA
Hold AGM and file Annual Return within 6 months after FYE
31/11/26
IRAS
File final tax return by 31 Nov in the following year after FYE

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I require a local shareholder (Nominee Shareholder) to incorporate a business as a foreigner in Singapore?

In Singapore, foreigners are permitted to hold 100% of a corporation. Hence, it is not required to have a local stakeholder to incorporate a company here.

What are the alternatives if my business does not have a resident director (Nominee Director)?

Companies in Singapore must have at least one local director in order to register the company and incorporate the business locally. You can hire a nominated director if you don’t have one and if you are unable to identify a suitable resident director, you can always utilise AG’s nominee director service.

What is the duration of the incorporation process like?

When all of the essential paperwork is ready, incorporation may generally be completed in 1 hour. However, if the application requires specific clearance from other government authorities, the incorporation procedure may take longer.

What if my company does not have a specific local address?

In Singapore, all companies must have a local address to be registered and incorporated. If you don’t have one, you can utilise our registered office address service. We will handle your incoming mail, scan it, and store it in our portal so that you may access it at any time.

What working pass can I apply for as a foreign director working in Singapore?

You can apply for a Work Permit. An Employment Pass is a type of work visa that is granted to foreign professionals, executives, and technicians. It enables you to work and reside in Singapore. If your monthly wage is at least S$6,000, you can also bring your family to Singapore.

How many directors do I need to form a Pte Ltd corporation?

To establish a private limited company, you must have at least one director who resides in Singapore. Furthermore, they must be at least 18 years old. This position is open to anybody with Singapore citizenship, Permanent Resident status, an Employment Pass, or an Entrepreneur Pass. Your corporation may appoint as many directors as it thinks appropriate. You can employ a resident director (nominee director) or use our nominee director service if you do not have a local director.

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