SG · N 1°21′ · E 103°49′
Singapore
Political stability. Robust rule of law. Clear tax regime with an extensive treaty network. Well-suited for regional HQs, technology companies, and family offices.
Key points on one page.
- Tax
- Corporate income tax 17%; start-up and partial exemptions can lower the effective rate
- Shareholders and directors
- Min. 1 shareholder; at least 1 Singapore resident director
- Share capital
- Min. S$1; no paid-in verification
- Local requirements
- Singapore registered address; appoint company secretary within 6 months
- Annual maintenance
- Annual return with ACRA; ECI (unless waived) and corporate income tax returns with IRAS.
- Incorporation timeline
- Approx. 1–3 business days
- Public disclosure
- Director and shareholder data are available for purchase from ACRA; controller information must be filed by non-exempt companies but is not public.
Facts last checked · 2026-10-26
This page summarises publicly available regulations for general reference only and does not constitute legal or tax advice. Rules in each jurisdiction may change at any time; please confirm the latest position with an Offshore Isle advisor.
References (8)›
- 01Singapore Statutes Online — Companies Act 1967 section 27
- 02ACRA — Registering a local company via Bizfile
- 03ACRA — Choosing company directors and other key officers
- 04IRAS — Corporate income tax rate, rebates and tax exemption schemes
- 05IRAS — Estimated Chargeable Income filing
- 06ACRA — Company directors duties and key obligations
- 07ACRA — Audit exemptions small company concept
- 08ACRA — Filing with the Central Register of Registrable Controllers
02 · Advantages
Why Singapore
- 01Top global rankings for ease of doing business; strong reputation
- 02Sophisticated banking; convenient account opening and multi-currency settlement
- 03Extensive double tax treaty network
- 04Audit exemption available for qualifying small companies
- 05Work passes available to support on-the-ground teams
03 · Requirements
Formation requirements
- Company name: ACRA approval required; ends with “Private Limited” or a permitted equivalent.
- Shareholders: 1–50, individual or corporate
- Directors: at least 1 local resident (we can assist)
- Company secretary: appoint within 6 months
- Registered office: in Singapore
04 · Compliance
Annual compliance
- Hold AGM annually (exemption available if conditions met)
- File annual return with ACRA
- File ECI (unless waived) and corporate income tax returns with IRAS
- Keep accounting records for at least 5 years
After incorporation, Offshore Isle sets a compliance calendar. We remind you in advance of annual returns, renewals and filings, and handle them on your behalf.
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