Singapore is located in the heart of Southeast Asia and is an ideal bridge connecting Asia with the rest of the world, facilitating import and export trade and regional business cooperation. Singapore has signed free trade agreements with many countries and regions, providing convenience for enterprises' cross-border operations. The corporate income tax rate for companies registered in Singapore is 17%, and corporate income tax can be reduced or exempted in the first three years. In addition, Singapore is tax-free for overseas dividend income and has signed double taxation avoidance agreements with many countries, further reducing the tax burden of enterprises. Singapore's financial market is highly open, and companies can freely receive and pay foreign exchange and realize free conversion between different currencies, which greatly facilitates the settlement of international trade payments. In addition, the Singapore Exchange, as one of the important financial centers in Asia, provides companies with convenient listing and financing channels. As an international financial center and trade hub, Singapore is highly recognized in the global business field, which helps to enhance the image and credibility of enterprises and facilitates the expansion of international market business. Companies that register companies in Singapore and conduct physical operations and taxation have the opportunity to obtain family relocation opportunities in Singapore and apply for green cards. This not only provides entrepreneurs with a higher quality of living environment, but also injects new vitality into the long-term development of enterprises.
01 superior geographical location, commercial advantage radiation Southeast Asia and the world, excellent trade and logistics center;
02 Very low business and personal taxes, the best place for the transfer of personal assets;
03 Loose foreign exchange controls, the gathering place of global banks, the premier international financial center;
04 mature credit system, strict business norms, the most secure business country;
05 The five-hour flight distance makes it more convenient to take care of the business between Singapore and China;
06 registered Singapore company, and meet the corresponding conditions, the opportunity to immigrate to Singapore
1) Company Approved Name
2) Sign the entrustment contract and fill in the application form.
3) Pay the registration fee and formally submit the application
4) Government approval
5) Obtaining documents
company Name: Ordinary company with PTE. LTD. End; Singapore Foundation with foundation LTD. Or LTD ending.
Shareholder directors: Ordinary company, at least 1 local director; public company at least 2 directors (including 1 Singapore)
registered capital: the standard capital is S $10,000, with no strict time limit for payment and no stamp duty.
Scope of business: Our company provides project list for customers to choose (no more than 2 items), and special industries need special approval from the government.
Legal Secretary: Division I can serve
registered address: provided by our company
the registration fee includes Singapore government fees and agency service fees, etc. For details, please consult Zhuoxin's professional consultants.
Singapore company registration time
singapore ordinary company registration time: 1-2 weeks
singapore public company registration time: 2-3 weeks
1: Company business license
2: Announcement of Establishment
3: Registration Paper
4: Certificate of Shares
5: steel seal, oval seal, 1 each
6: Letter of Authorization for Registered Directors
7: Business Secretary Authorization Document
8: Registered Address Announcement
9: First Board Resolution
10: The Charter
optional banks: DBS Bank, OCBC Bank, UOB, Standard Chartered Bank, RHB, Citi, etc.
The specific account opening bank can consult Zhuoxin account opening consultant.
singapore is a low tax country. Standard corporate tax: 17%, with progressive tax rates.
1. tax benefits for newly established companies:
for newly incorporated companies in the first three tax years after incorporation:
taxable income of S $100,000 and up to: Exempt from taxation
taxable income between S $100,001 and S $300,000: halved, equivalent to a tax rate of 8.5 per cent
taxable income exceeding S $300,000: tax rate 17%
2. for established companies, Singapore's tax policy is as follows:
taxable income of S $10,001 and up: 75 per cent exemption, equivalent to a tax rate of 4.25 per cent
taxable income between S $10,001 and S $300,000: halved, equivalent to a tax rate of 8.5 per cent
taxable income exceeding S $300,000: tax rate 17%
starting from 2020, the year of assessment will be subject to new preferential tax policies. For example, the pre-tax profit of a Singapore company for the first three tax years after its establishment is 100000 S dollars, with a 75% tax reduction. 50 per cent tax relief between S $10 and 200000.
1) Singapore company annual audit
all companies must hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) every year, submit annual income statement, beneficial owner information, electronic register of directors/secretary/auditor/CEO, change of company information.
The annual review includes: acting as the annual legal secretary, the registered address of the Singapore company, the annual fee for new directors, providing business secretarial services, and preparing information for the annual general meeting.
2) Tax declaration
-For companies with operations, the annual audit must be carried out: accounting + accounting report + tax declaration.
-Information to be provided: annual bank flow + invoice + commission agreement (if any)
-- Documents after accounting: balance sheet, profit statement, trial balance sheet, accounting report issued by the accountant according to the financial report (1 copy)
-- Documents for government tax returns: tax calculation signature form +2 returns after submission to the government.
3) Change/Transfer to Secretary/Cancellation
zhuoxin enterprises to provide Singapore company change, transfer secretary, cancellation and other supporting services, specific can consult our professional consultants
(This website is not affiliated with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority of Singapore (ACRA) or any Singapore government agency. We provide third party consulting and company registration support.)
①召开年度股东大会(AGM)
所有新加坡公司都必须在每年财务年度结束后的6个月内召开年度股东大会(AGM),让股东了解公司的运营情况。在会议上,需要展示公司的财务报表、税务报表以及其他重要文件。
②提交年度财务报表
公司必须向股东提交年度财务报表,包括资产负债表、利润表和现金流量表等。这些报表需要经过审计师的审计,确保数据的真实性和准确性。
③提交年报(Annual Return)
AGM召开后,公司需向新加坡会计与企业管理局(ACRA)提交年报。时间通常是在召开AGM后的30天内。年报包含公司基本信息(如董事、股东、注册地址等)以及财务状况等。需通过ACRA的BizFile+在线平台进行提交。
④提交年度税务报表
公司还需要向新加坡税务局(IRAS)提交年度税务报表(Corporate Tax
Return),通常是在每年的11月30日之前。报告公司的税务状况。这包括计算公司的应缴税款以及申请任何可能的税务减免。
⑤更新公司注册信息
在年审过程中,公司还需要确保其在新加坡商业注册局(ACRA)的信息是最新的。这包括公司的董事、股东、秘书以及注册地址等信息。
一旦通过ACRA的审查,公司即完成了年审流程。ACRA会发送确认信件,通知年审已成功完成。
新加坡公司公证认证常见用途如下:
1、在海外开设新的业务或分支机构:如果一家新加坡公司计划在海外开设新的业务或分支机构,那么通常需要进行公证认证以证明该公司的存在和资质。
2、与海外合作伙伴签署合同:如果一家新加坡公司与海外合作伙伴签署合同,那么通常需要进行公证认证以证明该公司的身份、信誉和资质。
3、申请海外融资:如果一家新加坡公司计划从海外融资,那么通常需要进行公证认证以证明该公司的身份、信誉和资质。
4、入驻海外商业园区:如果一家新加坡公司计划入驻海外商业园区,那么通常需要进行公证认证以证明该公司的身份、信誉和资质。
5、参与国际招标:如果一家新加坡公司计划参与国际招标,那么通常需要进行公证认证以证明该公司的身份、信誉和资质。
6、在海外申请专利或商标:如果一家新加坡公司计划在海外申请专利或商标,那么通常需要进行公证认证以证明该公司的身份、信誉和资质。
Documents required for notarization and authentication of Singapore companies:
1. Company registration certificate: This is the main document proving the legal existence of the company and its registration with the business registry.
2. Company constitution: This is a document outlining the company's operational rules and procedures, usually including detailed information on management and financial structure.
3. Company shareholders (or directors) meeting resolutions: These are formal documents passed by the company's directors or shareholders, typically used to confirm important decisions such as appointing directors or issuing new shares.
4. Company financial statements: These are records of the company's financial status, usually including income, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
5. Authorized representative identity proof: If you are not the company's legal representative, you need to provide a notarized authorization letter. This allows the company to authorize you to represent them in applying for notarization and authentication.
The first annual audit for a Singapore company must be conducted within 18 months of its incorporation. This means that a new company must hold its first Annual General Meeting (AGM) within 18 months of incorporation and submit audited financial statements during this meeting.
Subsequent annual audits must not exceed 15 months. Starting from the second year, each company must hold its next AGM within 15 months of the previous AGM.
1. Listed companies: Annual General Meeting within 3 months after the financial year-end; annual filing within 4 months after the financial year-end; within 5 months after the financial year-end.
2. Non-listed companies: Annual General Meeting within 3 months after the financial year-end; annual filing within 6 months after the financial year-end; within 7 months after the financial year-end.
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