We can provide you with the services of a local director who will be a nominee. For more details, please read our Company Incorporation with Nominee
Frequently Asked Questions: Singapore Company Registration
I want to set up a Singapore company and run it from Singapore. What are my options?
Depending on your business plan, you can be eligible for relocation either under an Entrepreneur Pass (EntrePass) or an Employment Pass (EP). Once
Is it mandatory to have a Singapore resident director to register a Singapore company? What happens if I do not have a Singapore director?
Yes, it is mandatory to have a Singapore resident director. If you do not have one, you will not be able to incorporate the company. After
Is it necessary for me to be a Singaporean to incorporate a company in Singapore?
No, it is not necessary. If you are lacking a local director, you can engage us for our Nominee Director Service.
How do I find out if the name for my company is available?
Upon your submission of the proposed name, Rikvin will process the name reservation with the Accounting And Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA),
Does Singapore have any restrictions on foreign ownership?
Singapore has no restrictions on foreign individual or corporate shareholder owning 100% of the company.
How long does it take to incorporate a Singapore company?
In Singapore, the company can be setup within an hour if all the documents are in order. When you incorporate with Rikvin, our computerised
How long does it take to set up a Singapore company?
Once we have the completed documents, it takes 1-2 hours to incorporate the company. Learn how you register a company in Singapore
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
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
Do Singapore-registered companies usually use an incorporation agent?
If you are unfamiliar with Singapore incorporation requirements, it is advisable to use an incorporation agent. An incorporation agent such as Rikvin
Can a Personalised Employment Pass (PEP) holder start their own business in Singapore?
The Personalised Employment Pass (PEP) does not allow you to register a business in Singapore. The pass is intended for professionals who wish to be
