Do business in Singapore. Without the mess.
Incorporate a Pte Ltd, get your local director, and handle GST and ACRA filings, all through one platform. Singapore is one of the fastest places in the world to set up. Compliance is another story.
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Why Singapore
Asia's premier business hub. Fast to set up, complex to maintain.
Singapore consistently ranks among the easiest places in the world to do business. Low corporate tax, a robust legal system modelled on English common law, political stability, and unmatched connectivity into Southeast Asian markets make it the default incorporation choice for companies expanding into Asia.
The catch: every Singapore Pte Ltd requires at least one locally resident director: a Singapore citizen, Permanent Resident, or Employment Pass holder. For most foreign companies, that means finding and maintaining a nominee director. Commenda provides this service, along with every ongoing ACRA filing, GST return, and corporate secretarial obligation, so your Singapore entity stays fully compliant from day one.
Start your Singapore entity- 17%Corporate tax rateSingapore's flat headline rate. Qualifying new companies benefit from startup tax exemptions: 75% exemption on the first SGD 100,000 of chargeable income for the first three years.
- 9%GST rateSingapore's Goods and Services Tax, applicable once annual taxable turnover exceeds SGD 1 million. Voluntary registration is also available.
- 1–3Days to incorporateACRA typically processes Pte Ltd incorporations within 1–3 business days when standard approvals apply. Regulated sectors may take longer.
- #1Ease of doing business in AsiaSingapore consistently ranks first in Asia for regulatory environment, rule of law, and financial infrastructure, making it the preferred APAC hub for global companies.
Product Suite
One platform
Every jurisdiction, no gaps
Built for finance teams running international operations without a dedicated compliance function. This is the infrastructure you should have had from day one.
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Entity Management
Formation, maintenance, and oversight for subsidiaries across 70+ countries.
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Global Indirect Tax
VAT, GST, and sales tax obligations tracked, filed, and confirmed.
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Transfer Pricing
Intercompany policy, documentation, and filing, built to OECD standards.
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Tax & Accounting
Consolidated financial reporting and local corporate tax filings. One audit trail.
Entity types
Choose the right structure for your business
Recommended
Private Limited Company (Pte Ltd)
Singapore's standard business structure for growth-oriented companies and foreign subsidiaries. It offers strong liability protection, a credible corporate identity, and is the structure banks, enterprise customers, and investors expect. Incorporated with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) under the Companies Act.
Benefits
- Limited liability: shareholders' personal assets are protected; liability is capped at their share capital contribution
- 100% foreign ownership permitted, with no local partner required
- Attractive tax position: 17% headline rate with significant startup exemptions for the first three years
- Clear share structure supports raising equity from investors and distributing employee stock options
- Perpetual existence: ownership changes do not affect the company's continuity
- Globally recognised and trusted by banks, enterprise buyers, and institutional investors
Key considerations
- Must have at least one director who is ordinarily resident in Singapore: a Singapore citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid Employment Pass holder; Commenda provides a nominee director service
- Must appoint a qualified company secretary within six months of incorporation
- Must file annual returns and audited or unaudited financial statements with ACRA
- Subject to GST registration once annual taxable turnover exceeds SGD 1 million
- Maximum of 50 shareholders; shares cannot be offered to the general public
How it works
From kickoff to open for business in Singapore
Incorporating in a new country means unfamiliar filings, local requirements, and moving parts across multiple vendors.
We handle all of it so you don't have to.
Day 1
Onboarding
Your details submitted once. Entity name checked, documents collected, filings kicked off. No back-and-forth.
Days 1–3
Entity confirmed
Incorporation done. Formation documents, company number, and registered address live in your Commenda dashboard.
Week 1–2
Tax setup
Tax registrations filed, banking guidance underway. Compliance calendar set for your jurisdiction.
Week 2
Open for business
You're operational in a new market. Without a single trip to a government office.
G2 Reviews
Rated by the teams using it
Scores from finance and legal leads handling compliance globally.
Entity Management
#1 Ranked9.6/ 10Set up your entity and keep it in good standing. Filings, records, and renewals tracked in one place.
Corporate Tax & Compliance
Top Rated9.1/ 10Every tax deadline on one calendar. Corporate returns and statutory filings handled without the back-and-forth.
Sales Tax & VAT/GST
Commenda Leads9.4/ 10Register for VAT, GST, and sales tax in every country you operate in, and manage it all in one place.
Singapore resources
Everything you need for your Singapore operations
Detailed guides on tax, compliance, and business structure in Singapore.
- Incorporation
How to Incorporate in Singapore
Pte Ltd vs. LLP, nominee director requirements, ACRA process, costs, and timelines.
Read guide - Tax Guide
Corporate Taxes in Singapore
Flat rate, startup exemptions, partial tax exemptions, and Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) filing explained.
Read guide - Indirect Tax
GST in Singapore
Registration thresholds, GST return filing, and the Overseas Vendor Registration regime for digital services.
Read guide - Directors
Director Duties & Liability in Singapore
Singapore's locally resident director requirement, director responsibilities, and personal liability risks.
Read guide - Compliance
Annual Compliance Calendar for Singapore
Every ACRA and IRAS filing deadline your Singapore entity needs to hit.
Read guide - Transfer Pricing
Transfer Pricing in Singapore
IRAS arm's-length guidelines, mandatory documentation thresholds, and Country-by-Country Reporting obligations.
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FAQ
Common questions
Yes. Every Singapore Pte Ltd must have at least one director who is ordinarily resident in Singapore: a Singapore citizen, Permanent Resident, or Employment Pass holder. If you do not have a local director, Commenda provides a nominee director service to fulfill this requirement on your behalf.
Yes. Singapore allows 100% foreign ownership of a Private Limited Company with no local partner requirement. Foreign nationals and foreign-incorporated entities can hold 100% of the shares. The only local requirement is the resident director, which Commenda provides.
No. Commenda supports fully remote incorporations through digital onboarding, from ACRA registration through to corporate bank account guidance. You do not need to visit Singapore.
Singapore law requires every company to appoint a qualified company secretary within six months of incorporation. The company secretary handles statutory filings with ACRA, maintains company records, and ensures ongoing compliance with the Companies Act. Commenda provides corporate secretarial services as part of the post-incorporation setup.
Qualifying new Singapore companies are entitled to a partial tax exemption for the first three years: 75% exemption on the first SGD 100,000 of chargeable income and 50% on the next SGD 100,000. This can significantly reduce your effective tax rate well below the 17% headline rate in your early years of operation.
GST registration becomes mandatory once your annual taxable turnover exceeds SGD 1 million. Voluntary registration is also available if you want to reclaim input GST on business expenses. Commenda monitors your turnover thresholds, handles registration when required, and files your quarterly GST returns.
Join hundreds of international businesses growing fast with Commenda
Tell us where you're expanding and we'll scope the requirements, handle the filing, and keep your entity compliant, usually within 24 hours of kickoff.
