Singapore's New S$100 Billion Deal, a Golden Window for Global Businesses

In January 2026, the Singapore government officially announced the launch of theS$100 billion enabling programIn addition to maintaining the advantages of a globally competitive tax regime, Singapore has further increased tax incentives to create an unprecedentedly favorable business ecosystem for multinational enterprises. This significant policy signifies the re-enforcement of Singapore's position as Asia's business hub, providing historic opportunities for global entrepreneurs, investors and cross-border business operators.

Interpretation of key figures::

• S$100 billion:: Specialized support funds for the period 2026-2030
• 0 In-Person Requirements: Fully online registration, no need to go to the new
• 7-day expedited processing: Professional services can complete the entire process in less than a week
• 17% Corporate income tax: Maintaining globally competitive tax rates

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Chapter 1: 2026 In-Depth Analysis of Singapore's Tax System - A Strategic Advantage in the Age of Low Taxes

1.1 Three core features of Singapore's tax system

1.1.1 Territorial taxation principle: the basis for accurate tax planning

• Taxation of domestic income: Taxation of income arising in Singapore only
• Tax exemption for foreign income: Overseas dividends, branch profits not repatriated to Singapore tax-free
• Industry-specific exceptions: Finance, insurance and other industries are required to declare global income
• Practical application value: Enterprises can defer taxes by retaining overseas profits offshore through rational structures

1.1.2 Globally competitive tax rates: significant cost advantages

• corporate income tax:: Harmonization of 17% (to remain unchanged in 2025)
• personal income tax:: 0%-24% Progressive tax rates, with top rates much lower than in most developed countries
• sales tax:: 9% (from 2024, still competitive)
• exempted item: No capital gains tax, no inheritance tax, no double taxation of dividends

1.1.3 Industry-oriented policies: precise support for high-value areas

R&D Innovation: 250%-400% additional deduction for R&D expenses
Regional headquarters: 5%-15% preferential tax rate applies
Green Economy: Special tax deduction support
Financial Technology: Special Incentive Policies
Global trade: preferential tax rate for trading enterprises

1.2 2026 Major Taxes Detailed and Optimization Strategies

1.2.1 Corporate income tax: multi-tiered relief structure

standard rate:: 17%

Tax exemption policy classification::

New company formation (registered before the end of 2025):
- First S$100,000: 100% full tax exemption
- Next S$100,000: 50% 50% tax reduction

Other companies:
- First S$10,000: 75% tax-free
- Next S$190,000: 50% tax-free

Specialized preferential tax rates:
- Regional Headquarters Program: 10%-15%
- Global Trader Program: 5%-10%
- Financial and Capital Management Center: 8%-13%

Strategic recommendations::

• New businesses should hurry to register by the end of 2025 to take advantage of maximum tax exemptions
• Eligible mature companies actively applying for special discount programs
• Rational planning of the point of profit realization to maximize the use of tax allowances

1.2.2 Personal income tax: room for optimization under a progressive tax system

Key deductions::

• Standard deduction: 40% for the first S$20,000 of income (capped at S$12,000)
• CPF Provident Fund: Deductible (up to S$10,200/year)
• Foreign tax credits: Avoidance of double taxation
• Professional advice: Rationalize income structure to take full advantage of deductions

1.2.3 Consumption Tax (GST): Latest Adjustments and Coping Strategies

• Current tax rate:: 9% (fully implemented by 2024)
• levy: Goods and services sold in Singapore
• Corporate Role: collection and payment on behalf of the consumer, with the consumer ultimately bearing the
• Exempted industries: Financial services, residential real estate, medical education services
• Zero-rated application: Export of goods, international services (cross-border consulting, etc.)
• Compliance Points: Mandatory registration for annual turnover over S$1 million

1.2.4 Overview of other taxes

Stamp duty:
- Property transactions: progressive rates up to 61 TP3T
- Stock transactions: 0.21 TP3T

Property Tax:
- Owner-occupied housing: 0%-12% progressive tax rate
- Non-owner occupied housing: 12%-36% progressive rates

Tariffs:
- Only a few goods such as tobacco, alcohol, petroleum, and automobiles are taxed
- Zero tariffs on most goods

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Chapter 2: 2026 Singapore Company Incorporation Requirements - Top 5 Requirements Without Physical Presence

2.1 Shareholder requirements: a flexible and open international architecture

• minimum number: At least 1 shareholder
• Eligibility requirements: natural persons and corporate bodies are eligible
• Nationality restrictions: No nationality restrictions whatsoever
• shareholding: 100% Foreign ownership fully permitted
• practical application: Chinese entrepreneurs can wholly own Singapore companies

2.2 Director's Requirement: Unique Localization Requirement

• minimum number: at least 1 director
• local director: must include at least 1 local Singaporean director
• Scope of Eligibility::
  • Singapore Citizen
  • Singapore Permanent Resident (PR)
  • Foreigners with Employment Pass (EP)
• prescription: Professional services organization providing compliant local directors

2.3 Registered capital: one of the lowest thresholds globally

• minimum requirement: From S$1
• Contribution requirements: No strict time limits
• Currency Selection: SGD or other major currencies
• Recommended standards: S$50,000 - S$500,000 is usually recommended, depending on the size of the business.
• Important Notes: Registered capital represents a cap on shareholders' liability

2.4 Company name: standardized format requirements

• language requirement: Must be an all-English name
• Suffix Requirements: Ending with "PTE. LTD." (private limited company)
• disallowed word: Cannot be renamed or similar to an existing company
• sensitive words: Special authorization required for banks, insurance, etc.
• Name verification services: ACRA offers online name search and pre-qualification

2.5 Registered address: sole entity requirement

• Nature of address: Must provide a real business address in Singapore
• prohibition on use: Virtual address, P.O. Box
• Compliance Solutions::
  • Rental of physical offices
  • Use of serviced office addresses
  • Professional organizations provide compliant address attachment services
• Services include: Mail collection, legal document forwarding

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Chapter 3: Singapore company registration information list - well-prepared, once through the

3.1 Identification documents of shareholders and directors

Natural person shareholders/directors::

• Clear copy of passport (information page)
• Recent photo ID (electronic)
• Personal Information Form (including contact information and permanent address)
• Proof of residential address (utility bill or bank statement for the last 3 months)

Incorporated shareholders::

• A copy of the holding company's business license (notarized and certified)
• Certificate of Incorporation
• memorandum and articles of association
• Directors' Resolution (Consent to Invest in Singapore Companies)
• Final beneficiary statement

3.2 Basic Company Information Document

company identification::

• Provide 1-3 alternative names (in order of priority)
• A brief business description is required for each name

Scope of business::

• Select 1-2 main business
• Prior government approval is required for special industries (e.g. finance, education, healthcare)
• It is recommended to choose a broad description related to future business expansion

3.3 Preparation of statutory documents

Articles of Association (Constitution)::

• Clarify corporate governance structure
• Setting out the rights and obligations of shareholders
• Establishment of Directors' Duties and Powers
• Standard templates are available and can be customized

Registration Application Form::

• Form 45 (notice of company registration)
• Form 6 (Details of Directors, Secretary, Auditors)
• Form 24 (Shareholder details)
• Form 49 (registered address details)

3.4 Arrangements for professional services

Company Secretary::

• Must be a resident of Singapore
• Responsible for handling company documents and records
• Ensure that the company operates in compliance
• Compliance secretaries are available from professional services organizations

Proof of registered address::

• Address lease or authorization for use
• Owner's consent (if using a third party address)
• Photographs of the exterior of the address (required in some cases)
• Chapter 4: Singapore company online registration process - 5 steps to complete, no need to go to Singapore

4.1 The first step: name pre-audit (1 working day)

operating platform: Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority of Singapore (ACRA) BizFile+ system

Specific process::

1. Log in to the BizFile+ website
2. Submission of Company Name Application
3. The system automatically checks for name availability
4. Payment of name reservation fee (S$15)
5. Obtain name approval letter (valid for 60 days)

Success Rate Improvement Tips::

• Avoid common word combinations
• Advance search for similar names
• Prepare more than 3 alternative names
• Avoid sensitive industry terms

4.2 Step 2: Electronic preparation of information (1-2 working days)

Document digitization requirements::

• All documents scanned in PDF format
• Resolution not less than 300 dpi
• File size not exceeding 10MB individually
• Notarized translations are required for non-English documents

Online Data Submission::

• Upload all files via BizFile+
• Fill out all application forms online
• Electronic signature confirmation
• Automatic system format checking

4.3 Step 3: Registration application submission (immediate completion)

Application Pathway Options::

Self-application:
- Direct submission through ACRA BizFile+
- Fee: S$300 (standard processing)
- Time: 1-3 working days

Professional organization to act on behalf of the applicant:
- Professional consultants for full processing
- Fee: S$800-2000 (including service charge)
- Time: Expedited 1-3 working days, standard 3-5 working days

payment method::

• Credit cards (Visa/MasterCard)
• bank transfer
• PayNow (Singapore Local Payments)
• Application Fee: S$300 (ACRA official fee)

4.4 Step 4: Review and Approval (1-3 working days)

ACRA Audit Highlights::

• Company Name Compliance
• Verification of Shareholders' and Directors' Qualifications
• Authenticity of registered address
• Document integrity check

Approval results::

• pass (a bill or inspection etc): Receipt of electronic certificate of registration
• supplementary material: Receive notification of replacement documents (to be completed within 14 days)
• rejection: Notification of rejection received and explanation of reasons

Approved documentation package::

• Certificate of Incorporation (Certificate of Incorporation)
• Business Profile
• Company identification number (UEN)
• Official notification of ratification

4.5 Step 5: Post-registration compliance matters (7-14 working days)

Bank account opening(Choose the most appropriate option):

Local Banks in Singapore:
- DBS DBS Bank: 3-5 working days, minimum deposit of S$10k
- UOB United Overseas Bank: 5-7 working days, minimum deposit of S$5k
- OCBC Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC): 4-6 business days, minimum deposit of S$10k

International Banks:
- HSBC HSBC: 7-10 business days, minimum deposit S$30k
- Citibank Citi: 7-14 business days, minimum deposit of S$50k

Remote account opening services:
- Some banks support video witness account opening
- More comprehensive business proof is required
- Processing time may be extended

tax registration::

• Tax Registration with Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS)
• Application for excise registration (if applicable)
• Obtaining a Tax Reference Number
• Understanding the filing schedule

Other compliance matters::

• Appointment of auditors (if required)
• Establishment of an accounting system
• Understanding Annual Filing Requirements
• Arranging for ongoing company secretarial services

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Chapter 5: Professional Services Program - 7-Day Expedited All-Inclusive Service Details

5.1 List of contents of the one-stop shop

Basic Registration Package(7-10 working days):

• Company Name Search and Reservation
• Prepare all registration documents
• Submission of ACRA applications
• Provision of local directors (if required)
• Provide a compliant registered address
• Arrangements for company secretaries
• Receive a certificate of registration

Expedited Premium Package(5-7 working days):

• Basic package all services
• ACRA Expedited Processing Access
• Bank account opening assistance (1 bank)
• Tax registration
• Customized Articles of Incorporation
• Secretarial services for the first year
• Compliance Advisory Support

Comprehensive Solution Packages(7-14 working days):

• Expedited package of all services
• Multi-bank account opening assistance (3 banks)
• Accounting system setup
• Annual audit arrangements
• Trademark Registration Consulting
• Employment Pass (EP) Application Support
• FDI/ODI Filing Guidance

5.2 Cost transparency structure

Official fixed costs::

• ACRA Registration Fee: S$300
• Company name reserved: S$15
• Business address registration: S$50 (if using a service address)

Professional fees::

• Basic Service Fee: S$800 - S$1200
• Local Director's Fee: S$1000-2000/year (if required)
• Company Secretary's Fee: S$600 - S$1000/year
• Address affiliation fee: S$500-800/year

Optional value-added services::

• Bank account opening assistance: S$300-500/family
• Tax registration: S$200 - S$400
• Expedited processing fee: S$200-500
• Notarization and authentication of documents: S$150-300 per document

Total cost range::

• Self-help: about S$400-500 (official fees only)
• Basic Chargemaster: S$1,800 - S$2,500 (all first year)
• Full Service: S$3,500 - S$5,000 (first year all-inclusive)

5.3 Seven Criteria for Selecting a Professional Service Provider

1. ACRA Accreditation: Confirmation that the service provider is officially registered with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA)
2. Years of experience: Select a service provider with at least 5 years of professional experience
3. Success Stories: See examples of registrations in similar industries and sizes
4. transparency: Clear fee structure with no hidden charges
5. Services: Can you provide full-cycle support from registration to operation?
6. responsiveness: Consultation response time of no more than 24 hours
7. Testimonials: See real customer feedback on independent platforms

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Chapter 6: Frequently Asked Questions and Risk Avoidance

6.1 Key pre-registration decision-making issues

Q: Should I choose a private limited company (PTE. LTD.) or another type?
A: For most foreign investors, a private limited company is the best option. It offers limited liability protection, tax transparency and is in line with international business practices. Other types such as LLP (Limited Liability Partnership) are suitable for professional services businesses and Public Company (LTD.) is suitable for businesses planning to go public.

Q: How do I choose the right local director?
A: There are three options:

1. Self-employment of Singapore Citizen/PR Staff as Directors
2. Use of nominee director services provided by professional organizations
3. Apply for an Employment Pass (EP) to act as a local director yourself
   It is recommended that the decision be made after evaluating cost, control and compliance.

Q: How much registered capital should be set?
A: Although a minimum of S$1 is recommended for consideration:

• Bank account opening requirements (most banks require a minimum of S$50,000)
• Practical operational requirements
• Partner expectations
• Future financing plans
  Between S$50,000 - S$500,000 is usually recommended.

6.2 Frequently Asked Questions about the Registration Process

Q: Will online registration be rejected? What should I do after rejection?
A: Rejection rate about 51 TP3T, common cause:

• Name too similar to existing companies
• Unclear or incomplete documentation
• Directors' qualifications not met
• Address validation failed
  Solution: Revise and resubmit based on ACRA feedback, or seek professional consultant assistance.

Q: How can I receive verification codes and documents without a Singapore cell phone number and address?
A: Professional services organizations provide solutions:

• Use the service provider's Singapore phone number
• Provide a physical address to receive paper documents
• Transmission of electronic documents through secure platforms
• International Express Delivery of Important Documents

6.3 Compliance and Operational Issues after Registration

Q: Do Singapore companies have to be audited every year?
A: Small companies are exempted from audit conditions:

• Annual revenue not exceeding S$10 million
• Total assets not exceeding S$10 million
• No more than 50 employees
  If either condition is not met, a statutory audit is required.

Q: How can I legally reduce my Singapore company tax liability?
A: Compliance optimization strategies include:

1. Take advantage of startup tax exemption programs
2. Apply for special preferential tax rates (e.g., regional headquarters program)
3. Rationalize the planning of R&D expense deduction
4. Optimizing profit distribution through group structure
5. Utilizing Singapore's extensive double taxation agreements

Q: What are the domestic formalities required for a Chinese parent company to invest in a Singapore company?
A: Domestic compliance that must be completed:

1. ODI Filing: Filing with the Commerce Department and NDRC
2. Foreign exchange registration: Bank registration of foreign exchange for overseas investment
3. Follow-up report: Annual reporting through the offshore investment system
4. Return investment attention: If funds are repatriated subject to relevant regulations
   It is advisable to consult a professional advisor in advance to plan a complete compliance path.

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Chapter 7: Singapore Business Environment Outlook 2026 and Strategic Recommendations

7.1 Deep Implications of the N$100 Billion Enabling Scheme

Key investment areas::

• Digital Economy and Artificial Intelligence
• Green technology and sustainable development
• Biomedical and Health Sciences
• Advanced Manufacturing and Supply Chain
• Fintech and digital assets

Ways in which businesses benefit::

• Eligible R&D projects can receive government co-investment
• Significant increase in talent training subsidies
• Internationalization Expansion Support Fund
• Digital Transformation Funding Scheme

7.2 Singapore's Strategic Positioning in ASEAN and Globally

Advantages of regional headquarters::

• Gateway to the ASEAN market of 650 million people
• Multiple free trade agreements with ASEAN countries
• One of the best options for regional tax planning
• Political stability and legal predictability

The value of global connectivity::

• More than 80 double taxation agreements
• More than 20 free trade agreements
• global financial center (GFC) status
• East-meets-West cultural crossroads

7.3 Recommendations for Action for Chinese Entrepreneurs

Enterprises in the immediate action category::

• Cross-border e-commerce companies planning to expand their business in Southeast Asia
• Technology startups in need of international financing
• Multinationals seeking tax optimization
• High Net Worth Individuals in need of asset protection

Step-by-step implementation strategy::

Stage 1 (within 1 month)
- Complete Singapore company registration
- Open a basic bank account
- Establish basic compliance framework

Stage 2 (3-6 months):
- Apply for relevant industry licenses
- Establish local team or partners
- Launch actual business operations

Phase III (6-12 months):
- Optimize tax structure
- Consider regional headquarters application
- Planning for subsequent financing or listing

Risk aversion points::

1. Don't underestimate the cost and time of compliance
2. Don't choose the lowest priced but unprofessional service provider
3. Don't ignore domestic ODI filing requirements
4. Don't delay annual and tax returns
5. Do not use the company for illegal purposes

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Conclusion: Seize the golden opportunity of Singapore 2026 to travel internationally without having to come to Singapore!

Singapore's S$100 billion of supportive policies, combined with its inherent tax advantages, political stability and global connectivity, have created unprecedentedly convenient conditions for companies to internationalize.Full online registration, no need to visit in person, 7-day expedited processingThese tangible facilitation measures allow global entrepreneurs to access the Singapore market with unprecedented efficiency.

Whether you are a cross-border e-commerce seller looking to expand your market, a tech entrepreneur in need of international financing, or an investor planning to allocate your assets globally, Singapore companies can provide you with a solid, flexible and internationally respected business platform.

Review of key action steps::

1. Evaluate whether a Singapore company meets your strategic needs
2. Prepare basic registration information and documents
3. Selection of professional and reliable service providers (if required)
4. Submission of applications through the ACRA BizFile+ system
5. Compliance matters after completion of registration
6. Start your international business development

Singapore's doors are open and the policy dividends are in place. There has never been a better time to plan your Singapore company to capitalize on the ASEAN and global market opportunities in 2026.

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