The name of the company is your decision, and it need not be the same as the parent company. However, the names of companies are subject to review by
FAQs: Singapore Company Incorporation
Here are the basic questions and answers you need to know before forming a company in Singapore.
Is the shareholder the employee of the company?
No, shareholders are not employees, but are the owners of the company.
What are dividends and do Shareholders have to pay any tax on dividends in Singapore?
During the year, a company's board decides whether the business has done well enough to pay the shareholders an interim dividend and at the end of the
Is a Singapore Branch Office eligible for tax incentives?
A Singapore Branch Office is considered a non-resident company for tax purposes. Hence, it is not eligible for tax incentives. This is why most
What are dormant companies?
Dormant companies do not have any accounting transactions for the financial period, or has not started business since its inception. Accounting
What activities are allowed to be carried out by a Singapore Company?
Although there are no restrictions on the type of business activities that a company can engage in, some business activities such as travel agency,
Who in Singapore can be my local director?
We can provide you with the services of a local director who will be a nominee. For more details, please read our Company Incorporation with Nominee
I want to set up a Singapore company and run it from Singapore. What are my options?
Depending on your business plan, you can be eligible for relocation either under an Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) or an Employment Pass (EP). Once
Is it mandatory to have a Singapore resident director to register a Singapore company? What happens if I do not have a Singapore director?
Yes, it is mandatory to have a Singapore resident director. If you do not have one, you will not be able to incorporate the company. After
Is it necessary for me to be a Singaporean to incorporate a company in Singapore?
No, it is not necessary. If you are lacking a local director, you can engage us for our Nominee Director Service.
Once the Singapore subsidiary company has been incorporated, what are the post-incorporation issues that I need to consider before I can start my business activities?
After your Singapore subsidiary company has been set up, you can start your business activities immediately. However, you may need to do the following
My friend stays in Singapore. Can I use his address as a Registered Address?
Under the Home Office Scheme, home owners, tenants or occupiers of HDBs and/or private residential properties can conduct small–scale businesses in
