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Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Singapore: The Complete Guide (2026)

Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Singapore: The Complete Guide (2026)

Last Updated: March 2026 ACRA removed the informal grace period for AGM and Annual Return deadlines from January 2026 (ACRA).…
How to Change Your Company Name in Singapore (2026 Guide)

How to Change Your Company Name in Singapore (2026 Guide)

Last Update: March 2026 Singapore registered 77,579 new businesses in 2025 — an 8.5% jump from the year before (ACRA,…
The S$20,000 Director’s Fine: Why the April 2026 ACRA Amendment Bill Changes Everything

The S$20,000 Director’s Fine: Why the April 2026 ACRA Amendment Bill Changes Everything

If you are a director of a Singapore company, the legal landscape is about to become significantly more demanding. Passed…
The “Zero Income” Myth: Why You Must File Tax Even If Your Singapore Company is Dormant

The “Zero Income” Myth: Why You Must File Tax Even If Your Singapore Company is Dormant

Last Updated: June 2026 Yes, a dormant company in Singapore still has to file. The common myth is that zero…
Why Your Friend Cannot Be Your Nominee Director: The Legal Risks

Why Your Friend Cannot Be Your Nominee Director: The Legal Risks

By Lucas Seah, Founder of Excellence Singapore Group | Last Updated: July 2026 A nominee director is a director who…
Singapore Corporate Bank Account Closed? Why It Happens & How to Prevent It (2026 Guide)

Singapore Corporate Bank Account Closed? Why It Happens & How to Prevent It (2026 Guide)

In the last 12 months, we have seen a disturbing trend: legitimate, profitable Singapore companies receiving a “30-Day Closure Notice”…
Received an ACRA Late Penalty? Why Your Appeal Will Likely Be Rejected (And What to Do Instead)

Received an ACRA Late Penalty? Why Your Appeal Will Likely Be Rejected (And What to Do Instead)

By Lucas Seah, Founder of Excellence Singapore Group | Last Updated: July 2026 If your company filed its annual return…
ACRA Removes “Grace Period” for AGM & Annual Returns – Why Your “End of Month” Buffer is Gone

ACRA Removes “Grace Period” for AGM & Annual Returns – Why Your “End of Month” Buffer is Gone

For years, Singapore company directors and secretaries relied on a simple “unwritten rule”: as long as you filed your Annual…
How to Structure Shareholding in a Startup: Founder, Investor and ESOP Tips

How to Structure Shareholding in a Startup: Founder, Investor and ESOP Tips

By Lucas Seah, Founder of Excellence Singapore Group | Last Updated: July 2026 To structure shareholding in a Singapore startup,…