Singapore
A modern business hub offering excellent banking facilities, a competitive tax system, extensive tax treaties, and a strategic location in Southeast Asia.
Singapore Offshore Services
Establish your presence in Asia's premier business hub with our comprehensive support services and expert guidance.
The Singapore Advantage
Singapore is a sovereign island city-state in Southeast Asia, renowned for its political stability, exceptional business infrastructure, and strategic location as a gateway to the fast-growing Asian markets. With a robust legal system based on English common law, Singapore offers an ideal environment for international businesses seeking to establish their presence in Asia.
Companies incorporated in Singapore benefit from a competitive corporate tax rate of 17%, with various tax incentives available for specific business activities. The country has an extensive network of over 80 double tax treaties, a single-tier tax system, and no capital gains tax. This favorable tax environment, combined with Singapore's reputation for transparency and efficiency, makes it a premier jurisdiction for global business operations.
Key Benefits
- Strategic Location: Ideal gateway to Asian markets with excellent connectivity
- Attractive Tax System: Competitive 17% corporate tax rate with numerous incentives
- Banking Excellence: World-class financial services and banking infrastructure
- Political and Legal Stability: Robust legal framework with strong protection for business
- Business Efficiency: Ranked among the world's easiest places to do business
Company Types Available
Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd)
Most popular structure with limited liability and flexible ownership for up to 50 shareholders.
Branch Office
Extension of a foreign company, not a separate legal entity, suitable for foreign operations.
Representative Office
Temporary setup for market research and liaison activities, cannot generate revenue.
Variable Capital Company (VCC)
Specialized structure for investment funds with numerous operational advantages.
Regulatory Framework
Singapore maintains a sophisticated regulatory framework that balances business-friendly policies with robust oversight. The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) oversees company registration and corporate compliance, while the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) regulates financial institutions and services.
Singapore has been recognized internationally for its commitment to transparency and adherence to global financial standards. It complies with international regulations on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT). The jurisdiction has also implemented the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) and FATCA, reinforcing its status as a reputable international business center committed to maintaining high standards of integrity.
Company Formation Requirements
- Timeframe1-3 business days
- Directors RequiredMinimum 1 (at least one local resident director)
- Shareholders RequiredMinimum 1 (maximum 50 for Pte Ltd)
- Minimum CapitalS$1 (no minimum)
- Company SecretaryRequired (must be Singapore resident)
- Annual RequirementsAnnual returns, financial statements, tax filing
Singapore Company Fees
- Incorporation FeeFrom $1,200
- Annual MaintenanceFrom $1,800
- Corporate ServicesSee our fee schedule
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