What are the Requirements to Register a Company in Singapore?

Singapore has gained an international reputation as one of the best places in the world for entrepreneurs and start-ups. With its pro-business legislation, prime location, and low taxes, it's no wonder that thousands of companies are incorporated here annually.

But one query that is asked most often is:

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

Let us do it step by step — and show how easy it is, with expert guidance from eStartupIndia.

Minimum Requirements for Singapore Company Registration

To include a Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd) — the most common and used business structure — the following is needed:

1. One Shareholder Minimum

• May be individual or corporate

• May be 100% foreign-owned

• Minimum of 1 and maximum of 50 shareholders permitted

2. One Resident Director

• Should be a Singapore Citizen, Permanent Resident, or an EntrePass/Employment Pass holder

• You may have additional directors (resident or foreign), but one of them should be local

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3. One Company Secretary (Resident in Singapore)

• Should be appointed within 6 months from incorporation

• Should be responsible for keeping company records and filing with ACRA

4. Minimum Paid-up Capital

• Only SGD 1 (≈ ₹60) as the initial paid-up capital

• Increase capital at any time later

5. Registered Local Address in Singapore

• Must be physical address (no P.O. Boxes)

• May be commercial or residence address (with approval)

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6. Approval of Company Name

• Your name must be distinctive, not too close to already existing companies, and not blacklisted

• The name may be reserved for 60 days when approved

7. Business Activity Selection (SSIC Code)

• You are obliged to choose your business activities based on the Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC) codes

8. ACRA & IRAS Compliance

• Firms are obliged to file annual returns, conduct AGMs, and file tax returns from time to time after incorporation.

Documents Required

• Here's what you will need to provide:

• Director and shareholder passport copies

• Proof of address (utility bill or bank statement)

• Details of the company organization and shareholding

• Completed consent forms for the appointment

How eStartupIndia Makes It Easy

We assist Indian entrepreneurs and international businesses to incorporate in Singapore with ease, even without a visit to the country.

Our services are:

• Company name search & ACRA registration

• Nominee Director & Company Secretary

• Local registered address

• Documentation & compliance

• Ongoing accounting and tax filing assistance

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