Apply with us online for your company registration

Quick 5-minute application - Just give us the details needed to meet Singapore's local company registration laws. We prepare the necessary documents and send them to you for an electronic signature. Get started here!

Submission of the application

We submit the application documents to the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). We actively monitor progress to ensure timely processing.

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We gather all the official documents confirming the registration of your new Singapore company. This includes the Certificate of Incorporation and the Business Profile from ACRA.

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Do I need to be in Singapore to register a company?

No. Singapore allows remote incorporation. A company can be registered online through ACRA’s BizFile portal. Your incorporation agent can submit the application, and you do not have to travel to Singapore. After registration, Statrys can help you open a corporate bank account online. With the help of corporate services providers like Statrys, a foreign company can handle the entire registration process online, without visiting Singapore in person.

What are the basic requirements to register a company in Singapore?

You must choose a unique company name and appoint at least one resident/local director (a Singapore citizen, permanent resident or Employment/EntrePass holder). The company must have 1–50 shareholders, a local registered office that is a physical address (no P.O. boxes) accessible to the public for at least three hours during business days, and must appoint a company secretary within six months of incorporation. There is no minimum paid‑up capital — a company can be formed with S$1. You also need a company constitution and to pay ACRA’s registration fee.

Can a foreigner be the sole shareholder of a Singapore company?

Yes. Singapore’s Companies Act allows 100% foreign shareholding. A private limited company can have between 1 and 50 shareholders, who may be individuals or corporations of any nationality. However, the company must still have at least one local resident director.

What types of companies can I register in Singapore?

The main structures are: Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd) – the most common form with limited liability and up to 50 shareholders; Sole Proprietorship – owned by one individual who is personally liable; Partnership – two or more persons sharing profits and liabilities; Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) – partners have limited liability; and Public Limited Company – can offer shares to the public. Foreign businesses may also register a subsidiary, branch or representative office.

Do I need a local registered address for my company?

Yes. All companies must have a registered office address in Singapore. It must be a physical address (P.O. boxes are not permitted) and must be accessible to the public for at least three hours during ordinary business hours. If you operate from home, you may use your residential address as the registered office under the Home Office Scheme, but approval from the Housing & Development Board (HDB) or Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is required. Any change of registered address must be filed with ACRA within 14 days.

What is the difference between a foreign company and a local company in Singapore?

A foreign company is an overseas entity that registers a branch office or subsidiary in Singapore, while a local company is incorporated directly under Singapore law as a separate legal entity.

Do I need a Singapore resident as a local director for Singapore company registration?

Yes, at least one company director must be a Singapore resident to fulfil statutory compliance requirements under ACRA.

What is the role of a corporate secretary in a Singapore company registration?

The corporate secretary ensures that company directors meet statutory duties, maintain records, and stay aligned with legal compliance requirements.

How long does it take to register a company in Singapore?

Incorporation is generally quick. If your documents are complete and the company name is approved, ACRA can process the filing within a few hours to a few days. Delays occur if the name requires referral to another agency or if additional checks are needed (for example, foreign directors requiring work passes).

What documents are required for company registration?

You will need an approved company name, the company constitution, details of shareholders and directors (including ID/passport copies and residential addresses), consent to act forms for directors and the company secretary, and proof of the registered office address. Where there are corporate shareholders, certified copies of the company’s registration documents and ownership structure are required. The registration application is submitted via BizFile+ with a S$15 name application fee and S$300 incorporation fee.

Do I need a company secretary to register my business?

A secretary is not required at the moment of filing, but every company must appoint a qualified company secretary within six months of incorporation. The secretary must be a natural person who is ordinarily resident in Singapore, and the sole director cannot also act as the secretary.

Can I use my residential address as the company’s registered office?

Only under certain conditions. For sole proprietorships and partnerships, a home address may be used as the business address if the owner obtains approval under the Home Office Scheme. For companies (Pte Ltd), the registered office must be a physical commercial address, but you may use a virtual office or a service provider’s address. P.O. boxes are not allowed.

How does the incorporation process differ for business owners who are not Singaporean?

Non-Singaporean business owners must appoint a local director and may need help from corporate services providers to navigate the incorporation process and meet all compliance requirements.

How does Statrys stack up against other Digital Corporate Service Providers?

We are the only true one-stop shop managing company incorporation, corporate secretary, business account opening, tax & accounting. What that means is we have a real-time & holistic view of your business operations to provide a higher level of customer support.

What are my compliance obligations after incorporation?

After registration, companies must: (1) appoint a company secretary within six months; (2) issue share certificates and maintain a register of shareholders; (3) determine and notify ACRA of their financial year‑end (FYE); (4) keep proper accounting records and retain source documents and bank statements for at least five years; (5) hold annual general meetings (AGMs) and file annual returns; (6) file tax returns with IRAS and, if applicable, register for GST; (7) obtain licences if the business is regulated; and (8) update ACRA within 14 days of changes to directors, officers, registered address or share capital.

Do I need to file annual returns with ACRA?

Yes. Every company must file an annual return (AR) to update ACRA on its directors, shareholders and financial statements. For companies with FYE on or after 31 August 2018, listed companies must hold their AGM within four months of FYE and file the AR within five months; non‑listed companies must hold the AGM within six months of FYE and file the AR within seven months. An AR can only be filed after the AGM (or after the financial statements have been sent to members if the AGM is dispensed with).

What are the requirements for holding an Annual General Meeting (AGM)?

Companies with FYE on or after 31 August 2018 must hold an AGM within the timelines noted above. The first AGM must be held within 18 months of incorporation, and subsequent AGMs must be held at least once every calendar year and not more than 15 months apart. Private companies may dispense with AGMs if they send financial statements to members within five months after FYE and no member requests an AGM.

Can I change directors or shareholders after incorporation?

Yes. To appoint a new director, the board or shareholders must pass the necessary resolution and lodge the appointment with ACRA via BizFile+ within 14 days. To remove a director, the company files a cessation notice within 14 days of the resignation or resolution. Share allotments or transfers must likewise be filed with ACRA (return of allotment) within 14 days. A company must always maintain at least one local resident director.

Are there specific accounting services and tax compliance requirements for a Singapore business?

Yes. A Singapore business must maintain proper accounts, file annual returns, and comply with IRAS tax filings. Many companies rely on external accounting services to stay compliant.

Do I need a corporate bank account to run my company in Singapore?

While not legally mandatory, the Singapore government strongly encourages companies to open a corporate bank account. Separating business and personal transactions helps track cash flows and simplifies income‑tax filing. Many suppliers, customers and regulatory bodies also expect businesses to operate through a corporate account.

Can foreigners open a business bank account in Singapore?

Yes. Foreign‑owned companies can open corporate bank accounts. Most banks require the account signatories and majority directors to be physically present in Singapore to sign documents, though some banks accept signing at overseas branches or before a notary. After your company is incorporated, you can apply online without visiting Singapore.

What documents are typically required to open a corporate account?

Common requirements include: a completed corporate account opening form; a board resolution approving the account and signatories; certified true copies of the Certificate of Incorporation, Business Profile and company constitution; and identity documents (passport/NRIC and proof of residential address) of directors, signatories and ultimate beneficial owners. Banks may ask for additional documents. Copies must be certified by a director or the company secretary.

Why is a Transaction-based Accounting Fee better than Revenue or Expense-based?

Transaction pricing ties fees directly to the volume of work (e.g., number of transactions processed), so clients pay proportionally to their business activity, reflecting actual service consumption. It also offers very clear cost expectations, enabling a business owner to estimate fees based on their own forecast for upcoming quarters or next year’s operating costs.

When does my company need to file taxes in Singapore?

Companies must file an Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) with IRAS within three months after the financial year end and then file the annual corporate income tax return (Form C‑S, C‑S(Lite) or C) by 30 November of the following year. Goods and Services Tax (GST) returns must be filed quarterly within one month after the end of each accounting period if the company is GST‑registered.

What is the corporate tax rate in Singapore?

Singapore operates a flat corporate income tax rate of 17% on chargeable income. Start‑up companies that qualify for the Start‑Up Tax Exemption scheme enjoy a 75 % exemption on the first S$100,000 of normal chargeable income and a 50 % exemption on the next S$100,000 for their first three consecutive Years of Assessment.

Do small companies need to be audited?

A private company is exempt from audit if it qualifies as a small company, meaning it is a private company that meets at least two of three criteria for the past two consecutive financial years: (1) total annual revenue ≤ S$10 million, (2) total assets ≤ S$10 million, and (3) 50 or fewer employees. Companies that are part of a group must also meet these thresholds on a consolidated basis.

What accounting records must I maintain?

IRAS requires companies to maintain proper records of financial transactions and retain the source documents, accounting records, bank statements and schedules. These records must be kept for at least five years from the relevant Year of Assessment. Records can be in electronic or paper form, but they must allow the company to explain all transactions. Failure to comply may result in penalties.

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Company Incorporation Service in Singapore

Clear & Straightforward Pricing

Your company up and running in 5 days!

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Company Secretary & Services

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Accounting & Tax

Why founders trust Statrys

Your company, account, and admin — in one place

Accounting that scales with your business

Zero Risk

4 steps to start your business in Singapore

Apply with us online for your company registration

Submission of the application

Your company is registered! 🎉

Save money on your accounting

Requirements for Foreigners

Resident Director

Local Registered Address

Filing Agent

Remote KYC (Know Your Customer) Verification

Why Register a Singapore Company

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be in Singapore to register a company?

What are the basic requirements to register a company in Singapore?

Can a foreigner be the sole shareholder of a Singapore company?

What types of companies can I register in Singapore?

Do I need a local registered address for my company?

What is the difference between a foreign company and a local company in Singapore?

Do I need a Singapore resident as a local director for Singapore company registration?

What is the role of a corporate secretary in a Singapore company registration?

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