First-time founders
Turning a side project or idea into a registered company.
Local company formation
Incorporation for Singaporeans & PRs
Register a new Singapore company, with help preparing the company details and the incorporation filing.
About this service
Registering a private limited company (Pte. Ltd.)
A private limited company is the most common structure for Singapore businesses. It is a separate legal entity, so the company, not you personally, owns its assets and carries its debts.
Registration is done with ACRA. Before filing, you need an approved company name, at least one director who is ordinarily resident in Singapore, at least one shareholder, a local registered address and the company's constitution.
Who it's for
Is this you?
Sole proprietors
Moving an existing business into a company structure.
Partners starting together
Setting up shareholdings between co-founders.
What we handle
What working with us covers.
Every request is a little different, so we shape the work around your situation.
- 01Review of the intended company setup
- 02Guidance on the information needed for filing
- 03Support with the incorporation submission
- 04An outline of what comes after registration
Before you start
What you'll need.
Have these ready and we can move quickly. Don't worry if something is missing; we'll tell you what to look for.
- Your proposed company name, plus a back-up option
- A short description of the business activity
- NRIC details of directors and shareholders
- A Singapore address for the registered office
- How the shares will be split between shareholders
How it works
From first message to done.
- 1
Choose and check your name
We check your proposed name against existing names and ACRA's naming rules.
- 2
Agree the structure
Directors, shareholders, share capital and the business activity code are set.
- 3
File with ACRA
We prepare and submit the incorporation once everything is in order.
- 4
Set up for year one
You receive your company documents and an outline of what comes next, such as the company secretary and first filings.
Questions
Incorporation for Singaporeans & PRs: common questions.
What is the minimum paid-up capital?
A Singapore company can be registered with a paid-up capital as low as S$1. Many founders choose a higher amount to suit their plans and banking needs.
Can I be the only director and shareholder?
Yes. One person can be both the sole director and the sole shareholder, as long as that person is ordinarily resident in Singapore. A separate company secretary is still required.
Do I need a physical office?
You need a Singapore address for the registered office. It must be a physical address, not a P.O. box, where company records can be kept.
Talk to us about Incorporation for Singaporeans & PRs.
One message is enough to start. We reply with what applies to you and what we need.
