Company Registration in Singapore

The proposed business name must be unique and approved by the corporate regulatory authority, ACRA, before registration. Once approved, the business name is reserved for 120 days to ensure exclusivity during the incorporation process.

At least one company director must be a Singapore resident—either a Singapore citizen, permanent resident, or an employment pass holder with a valid work permit. Additional directors can be of any nationality, allowing for 100% foreign ownership and participation.

A Singapore private limited company must have at least one shareholder and no more than 50 shareholders. Shareholders can be individuals or corporate entities, with full foreign ownership permitted.

A qualified company secretary who is a Singapore resident must be appointed within six months of incorporation. This role is essential for maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and filing all necessary legal documents.

Every company must provide a physical registered office address within Singapore (a P.O. Box is not allowed). This local registered address is used for all official correspondence and statutory communications.

The minimum paid-up capital required is S$1, facilitating easy company incorporation with flexible capital management options after registration.

A company constitution, which can be a model or customized version, must be submitted at the time of registration. This document outlines the governance framework and shareholder rights.

Upon successful company registration, a Unique Entity Number (UEN) is issued. This number serves as the company’s official identification for all government, tax, and banking transactions.

Foreign entrepreneurs registering a company in Singapore must engage a licensed registered filing agent to submit all necessary documents and complete the incorporation process via the BizFile+ platform.