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FAQs: Singapore Company Incorporation

Here are the basic questions and answers you need to know before forming a company in Singapore.


How long will it take to register a Singapore subsidiary?

In Singapore, the subsidiary company can be setup within an hour if all the documents are in order. When you incorporate with Rikvin, our computerized

How long is the Employment Pass (EP) valid for?

The validity period for first-time applicants is up to two years. Employment Pass (EP) can be renewed subject to applications meeting the prevailing

Do I need to be a shareholder to apply for an Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass)?

No at the point of application, but you will need to hold at least 30% shares in the company by Year 2.

Does a Singapore Branch Office need to appoint a Company Secretary?

You do not need a Company Secretary for a Singapore Branch Office. However, it is highly recommended to engage a corporate secretarial service

Do I need to display my company registration number?

The Singapore Companies Act now requires every company to have the Company name and registration number on all business letters, statements of

How to increase the paid-up capital after incorporation? How do I do so?

Yes you can. It is a fairly simple process and involves the following steps: Inject additional capital into the company bank and send us a copy

Can we use non-cash consideration to increase the paid-up capital of our company?

Yes, non cash consideration such as fixed assets can be used as consideration, for as long as sufficient evidence of the valuation of the assets is

Can one person or a company own all the company shares? How many shareholders must a company have?

Yes, the Singapore Companies Act allows for a minimum of one individual or corporate shareholder. A Singapore Company may be registered with only one

Can I set up a branch office in Singapore myself?

The Singapore Companies Act does not permit foreign companies to self-register a Branch Office. Rikvin is a leading specialist in the registration of

Do I need to be in Singapore to have the foreign branch registered?

To form a Foreign Branch, you are not required to visit Singapore to register the entity. We can handle the entire registration process via emails and

Can I hold shares in other companies while I am on Employment Pass (EP)?

Yes, you can hold shares in other companies or be a shareholder of another company while you are holding an Employment Pass (EP).

Do I need to visit Singapore to form a Singapore company?

To form a Singapore company, you are not required to visit Singapore to incorporate a company. We can handle the entire incorporation process via

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