Although there are no restrictions on the types of business activities in which a Singapore company may engage, some business activities, such as running a travel agency, recruitment agency, financial services company, school or others special cases, require licenses from an approving authority before you can commence business.

In Singapore, we can set up a company within one hour if all the documents are in order. Once the necessary incorporation papers are signed, we can proceed to do the filing with the company registrar the incorporation will then be completed in an instant.

There is no difference in taxation for Singapore resident directors. Their income is subject to the same progressive tax rates as any other local individual.

Individuals’ resident in Singapore are taxed on a progressive resident tax rate as listed below. Filing of personal tax return for tax resident is mandatory if your annual income is S$20,000 or more. Tax residents do not need to pay tax if your annual income is less than S$20,000.

How can I get the GST registration number? In order to get the GST number, you need to apply for GST registration by visiting the GST portal i.e., www.gst.gov.in. To start the process, you will need to have a valid email address, mobile number and a PAN for the business.

No. Export goods and services are called zero rated supplies and GST tax is not applicable.

A Company Secretary is responsible for the efficient administration of a company, particularly with regard to ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and for ensuring that decisions of the board of directors are implemented. Despite the name, the role is not clerical or secretarial.

The Company Law in Singapore mandates that every company must appoint a Company Secretary. The Company Secretary is responsible for ensuring that the company complies with the relevant legislations and regulations. The Secretary also keeps the Board Members informed of their legal responsibilities towards the company.