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Foreign Companies Expanding to Singapore: Subsidiary vs. Branch vs. Rep Office (2025/2026 Guide)

If you are a foreign company looking to set up a presence in Singapore, you have three main entry options.…

Stuck with a Bad Company Secretary? How to Switch Providers in Singapore (2025 Guide)

Is your current Corporate Service Provider taking days to reply to a simple WhatsApp message? Have you received a “late…

How to Choose the Right SSIC Code for Your Singapore Company (And Avoid Bank Rejection)

When you register your Singapore company, ACRA asks you to select a 5-digit SSIC Code (Singapore Standard Industrial Classification) to…

Can I Use My HDB or Home Address for My Singapore Company? (Home Office Scheme vs. Virtual Office)

When incorporating a new company in Singapore, one of the first fields you must fill in is: “Registered Office Address.”…

Can a Sole Director Be the Company Secretary in Singapore? (2025 ACRA Rules)

If you are a startup founder or a small business owner in Singapore, you are likely wearing many hats: CEO,…

Did You Pay a Foreign Vendor? You Might Owe Withholding Tax (Section 45 Guide)

In the digital economy, it is normal for Singapore companies to pay overseas vendors. You might pay a US company…

Switching Corporate Secretary in Singapore: Signs You’ve Outgrown Your “Digital-First” Platform

In the early days of a startup, speed and cost are everything. You need to incorporate for $300, get a…

Key Responsibilities of a Director in a Singapore Private Limited Company

Why Understanding Director Responsibilities Is Essential In Singapore, being appointed as a director of a private limited company carries significant…

Can Dependant’s Pass (DP) Holders Run a Business? The LOC vs. EP Guide (2025)

For Dependant’s Pass (DP) holders, the days of automatically getting a Letter of Consent (LOC) to work in any job…