Is Singapore a good country to start a business?

Yes. Singapore is a leading global business hub. The country offers a stable regulatory environment, efficient company registration, strong legal protections, and a pro-business tax regime. Its strategic location and advanced infrastructure make it attractive for local and international businesses.

What are the most popular industries in Singapore?

The country's top industries include financial services, information technology, logistics and supply chain, biomedical sciences, advanced manufacturing, tourism and hospitality, and professional services.

Is it easy to set up a company in Singapore?

Yes. Most companies can incorporate online through ACRA within a few business days if their documentation is in order. The absolute fastest and easiest option is partnering with an EOR such as G-P. You can bypass entity setup, and we’ll handle compliance, payroll, and HR administration on your behalf.

How much does it cost to set up a subsidiary in Singapore?

As of 2025, it costs SGD 15 to apply for a business name and SGD 300 to register a new business entity. The minimum issued share capital is SGD 1. Some industries or business activities may need more capital.

What are the other business startup costs in Singapore?

Other startup costs to consider are your physical office, professional service fees, and special licenses or permits.

Can non-nationals start a company in Singapore?

Yes. Non-nationals can own 100% of a Singapore company. However, at least one director must be a local resident in Singapore — citizen, permanent resident, or Employment Pass holder. Non-nationals often appoint a local director or use a nominee service to meet this requirement.

How long does it take to register a company in Singapore?

Company registration is typically completed within 1-2 business days if all documents are in order and there aren't any regulatory complications. If you need to hire immediately, G-P can onboard employees in Singapore in a matter of minutes.

Do I need special permits and licenses to operate in Singapore?

It depends on the industry. Some business activities need extra permits or licenses, such as food and beverage, financial services, education, healthcare, and employment agencies. You can use the GoBusiness Licensing portal to check what you need. Gia can also help you check compliance requirements and provide up-to-date information.

What taxes do I have to pay in Singapore?

Companies pay a flat corporate income tax rate of 17% on chargeable income, meaning income sourced or received in Singapore, unless you have an exemption. There's no capital gains tax. Goods and Services Tax applies if your annual turnover exceeds SGD 1M. Employers must also make CPF contributions for Singapore citizens and permanent residents. Other taxes may apply depending on your business activities.

如何在新加坡建立您的企業

新加坡在營商環境方面名列前茅。它歡迎具有公開政策和明確的法規的國際公司。

在新加坡發展業務，您可以獲得熟練的人手，全球連接，具有競爭力的稅收和東南亞市場。這使得新加坡成為企業擴張的首選。以下是在新加坡成立公司的方法。

擴張前的主要考量

在您拓展新加坡市場之前，請考慮

人手技能和可用性： Assess talent availability in Singapore relevant to your industry. Research the costs associated with attracting and retaining qualified employees.
Cost of doing business: Evaluate corporate tax rates, employment costs, and property expenses.
Market entry strategy: While setting up a local entity in Singapore offers long-term benefits, using an employer of record (EOR) can minimize initial investment and administrative burdens. Partnering with an EOR is a good way to test the market before committing to an entity.

If you're not sure where to start, G-P Gia™, our AI-powered global HR agent, can answer your toughest compliance questions across 50 countries — including Singapore — and all 50 U.S. states. Get the jurisdiction-specific guidance you need to expand to Singapore with confidence.

2 在新加坡成立公司的方法

There are two main approaches to setting up a company in Singapore — establish a local entity or use an EOR. Both let you hire a local team with legal and tax trade-offs.

本地實體

以下是傳統實體設定的預期效果：

Legal considerations: You need at least one local resident director before registering a local company in Singapore. The headline corporate tax is 17%.
Operational needs: You must maintain a legally registered office and appoint a qualified company secretary. Other requirements include keeping and updating statutory records, filing annual returns and annual general meeting, preparing financial statements, and meeting audit and accounting obligations.
Payroll and benefits: You must pay Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions for Singapore citizens and permanent residents and file taxes to meet employment law obligations.

傳統實體設定可讓您以公司名稱開啟企業銀行賬戶。您的企業也可能有資格獲得政府補助金，此補助金僅提供給擁有當地股權的註冊新加坡實體。但是，您必須管理設置流程和運行成本，包括薪資、本地董事服務和會計。

名義僱主

The second option is partnering with an EOR in Singapore. The EOR acts as the legal employer on your behalf and allows you to operate legally without setting up an entity. You can hire quickly, avoid incorporation costs, and reduce compliance risk. The EOR handles:

薪資
預扣稅
法定福利
僱傭合約
當地人力資源管理
終止程序

G-P EOR eliminates the cost, complexity, and risk of global employment. Onboard and hire new team members in days instead of weeks. Backed by over a decade of HR, legal, and compliance expertise, G-P EOR delivers the speed, confidence, and competitive edge you need to expand anywhere with ease.

新加坡的商業實體類型

您所選擇的企業結構會影響責任、稅務、合規性及營運。在新加坡設立實體的國際公司有三種常見選擇：

Private limited company (Pte. Ltd.): As a separate legal entity, a Pte. Ltd. limits stakeholders' investment liability. You have full ownership and pay corporate tax on profits in Singapore — new startups may qualify for a tax exemption. This structure suits long-term operations and companies wanting local credibility, such as a tech firm establishing a development hub. International companies often set up a Pte. Ltd. company as a subsidiary to gain local benefits and incentives.
Branch office: A branch office is an extension of a parent company, not a separate legal entity. Branch offices pay tax on local income and are a good option for companies expanding sales or services without creating a new entity. You must register with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) and operate under the parent company’s name. As a nonresident entity, branch offices may not qualify for tax exemptions and benefits. You must appoint at least one citizen of Singapore as an authorized representative of your company.
Representative office: A representative office is a temporary setup (typically up to three years) used only for market research or study.. It’s not a legal entity and can’t engage in profit-generating activities or sign contracts. This structure works for businesses exploring the market, such as a manufacturing firm studying local demand.

特點	Pte.有限公司	分公司；分支機構	代表處
法律地位	獨立法人實體	擴展母公司	不是法人實體
責任	股東有限責任	母公司負責	母公司負責
稅收	本地利潤的公司稅。有資格獲得當地免稅	本地利潤的公司稅。不符合當地免稅	不可稅／無收入
運作範圍	完整的業務活動	與母企業相同	僅供市場研究及研究用途
產業適用性	任何部門	管制與非管制	研究用途的所有部門
合規性	必須提交年度申報表	必須歸檔分公司帳戶	必須每年更新

您在新加坡成立業務需要什麼？

There are a few legal steps to start a business in Singapore.

1.保留您的公司名稱和註冊地址

Reserve your unique company name on BizFile+. This is the electronic filing and information retrieval system for the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Your name must be unique. It can’t be obscene, offensive, or prohibited by the Minister for Finance.

名稱通過審核後，會保留120 天。如果您未在該時間範圍內註冊並註冊您的公司，註冊將到期，並且名稱將可供其他實體使用。

您必須在新加坡建立公司的法定地點。註冊辦事處地址（必須是實體地址）是 ACRA 註冊的強制要求，您必須證明您在該地址開展業務的合法權利。若無此重要資訊，則無法向 ACRA 註冊。

2.正式化您的註冊成立

Choose a company structure to incorporate, which can be either private or public. Most company types have limited liability for shareholders, meaning liability is limited to the capital invested.

Exempt Private Company (EPC): EPCs are the most common company type. They can have up to 20 shareholders, but no shareholder can be a corporate entity.
Private Company Limited by Shares: This type can have up to 50 shareholders, and they can include corporate entities.
Public company limited by shares: Can have more than 50 shareholders. This type must register with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) before going public.
Public company limited by guarantee: This type is used for non-profits or charitable organizations. It has no official shareholders since it has no share capital; members act as guarantors

公司也可能是無限制的，這意味著股東對公司所承受的所有債務和損失負責。無限公司可以是私人，豁免私人或公共。

3.使用 BizFile+ 提交註冊

通過 BizFile + 提交註冊申請。所有業務合作夥伴必須表示同意註冊公司。有些公司選擇法律或會計專家為他們處理註冊。律師事務所、會計師事務所或公司秘書公司可以代表您提交文件，以節省時間並確保遵守法規。

As of 2025, the fee for a name application is SGD 15, and registering a new business entity costs SGD 300. When the process is approved, you get an official certificate of incorporation.

4.取得您的唯一實體號碼 (UEN)

新加坡企業獲得隨機分配的 UEN，用於與政府機構進行交易，包括報稅，合同和發票。企業可選擇購買特殊 UEN (SUN)，提供易於識別和記憶的號碼；但 SUN 的價格較高。

5.下載您的 ACRA 業務簡介

完成企業註冊後，從 BizFile+ 下載您的企業檔案。此基本文件提供關鍵公司詳細信息，包括您的 UEN，註冊地址，董事，股東和股本。它是必要的進行關鍵步驟，例如開設銀行帳戶，許可證申請和盡職查證。

6.開立銀行帳戶

下一個重要步驟是在新加坡具有完整銀行身份的機構建立公司帳戶，以便利合法的商業交易。您通常需要提供以下文件：

已填妥及簽署的銀行帳戶申請表。
董事、簽字人及最終受益所有人的住址證明。
經 ACRA 核證的企業簡介副本。
官方公司註冊證書。
公司章程（前稱為公司章程大綱及章程細則）的核證副本。
董事會授權開戶的決議
董事護照或新加坡通行證的核證副本。
離岸賬戶的正式職權和良好地位證明（主要是離岸實體的公司股東必需）。

7.取得 CorpPass

CorpPass is the official corporate digital identity that allows you to perform transactions like filing taxes, applying for licenses, and interacting with the Singaporean government.

您的公司必須指定 CorpPass 管理員來設定帳戶，並管理 CPF 提交、許可證申請和報稅等功能的存取權限。這些步驟會略有不同，具體取決於您是當地的 UEN 還是國際實體，例如國外分公司。

8.申請執照與核准

All companies must check for licenses, as certain industries need special business licenses and approvals to legally operate in Singapore. For example, if you own a food service business, you might need a food shop license, food stall license, liquor license, or halal certificate. Use the GoBusiness Licensing portal to check what you need. Be sure to submit your applications early, as processing times can vary.

9.註冊中央公積金捐款

身為新加坡僱主，法律要求您每月代表所有合資格僱員向中央公積金（CPF）捐款。您必須在開始招募和雇用任何當地員工之前完成此步驟。

此應用程序通常使用您的 UEN 和 CorpPass 信息在線完成。當您的申請獲得批准後，您可以通過 CPF 表格 91 獲得 CPF 提交編號（CSN）、一般銀行間循環訂單申請（GIRO）以及付款建議。

在新加坡註冊公司的稅務優惠

新加坡通過具競爭力的稅務政策鼓勵新業務成立和國際擴張。

Startup tax-exemption scheme: New companies may qualify for a three-year partial startup tax exemption if they're a tax resident in Singapore, have 20 or fewer shareholders, and meet specific ownership requirements.
Partial tax exemption: Companies are eligible for partial tax exemption on a portion of their normal taxable income, which lowers the effective corporate tax rate. This scheme is usually claimed by companies that do not qualify for the Startup tax-exemption scheme or have passed its three-year eligibility period.
Double taxation agreements (DTAs): Singapore has DTAs with over 80 jurisdictions, preventing the same income from being taxed twice. These agreements may also eliminate or reduce withholding taxes on cross-border dividends, interest, and royalties.
International tax efficiency: Companies often use Singapore's DTA network, single-tier tax system, and lack of capital gains tax to structure operations. Tax residency certificates from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore are often needed to claim benefits under a DTA.

使用 G-P™ 簡化新加坡的公司設置

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常見問題

如何在新加坡成立公司

擴張前的主要考量

2 在新加坡成立公司的方法

本地實體

名義僱主

新加坡的商業實體類型