Setting up a private limited liability company (Pte LTD) in Singapore comes with several advantages, which can be discovered below. If you are interested in a quick registration procedure, our local consultants are at your disposal with tailored LTD incorporation solutions.
| Quick Facts | |
|---|---|
| Applicable legislation | The PTE LTD falls under the Singapore Company Act |
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Minimum number of shareholders |
A Singapore private limited liability company requires at least one shareholder |
Minimum number | One director is required to create a PTE LTD in Singapore |
| Resident director required (YES/NO) | YES, at least one resident director is required for a PTE LTD. |
| Company secretary required (YES/NO) | YES, a PTE LTD must also have a company secretary |
| Singapore legal address required (YES/NO) | YES, such a business form must have a local legal address |
| Minimum share capital |
The minimum share capital for a PTE LTD in |
| Local bank account required (YES/NO) | YES, local bank creation is required for such a business |
| Best Used for |
The private limited liability company can be used for all types of activities, including trading and e-commerce, as well as a startup |
| Remote registration possibility (YES/NO) | YES, setting up a company in Singapore as a PTE LTD remotely is possible with the help of a local agent |
| Approx. timeframe for incorporation | Approx. 5 business days |
| Corporate tax applicable | The PTE LTD must pay the standard corporate tax of 17% or even 0 |
| Accounting requirements | PTE LTDs must file annual accounts with ACRA |
| Advantages of a Singapore PTE LTD | Easy and quick registration, access to tax incentives and government grants, full foreign ownership is available, corporate tax exemptions are also available |
| Incorporation services availability (YES/NO) | YES, we offer company formation support in Singapore |
| Maximum number of shareholders | 50 shareholders is the maximum number permitted. |
Availability of other types of PTE LTDs in Singapore (YES/NO) | Yes, there is also the private exempt company which requires a maximum number of 20 shareholders. |
Available for registration for natural persons | Yes, this business form is widely used by natural persons, foreign and Singapore citizens. |
| Set up as a subsidiary | Yes, it can be used to set up subsidiaries in Singapore. |
| Documents required for registration | – trading name reservation certificate, – details of the shareholders, resident director, and company secretary, – proof of legal address, – Articles of Association. |
| Possibility to trade shares to the general public (YES/NO) | No. |
| Possibility to be converted into a public company | Yes, the Pte Ltd can be converted through share capital raise and Articles of Association alteration. |
| Licensing requirements (if any) | Depending on the industry to operate in. |
| GST registration required upon creation | No, however, voluntary registration is available. |
| Possibility to be purchased as a shelf company | Yes. |
| Access to tax minimization tools through the Pte Ltd | Yes, the PTE Ltd itself can benefit from lower corporate taxes under certain circumstances. |
| Possibility to hire personnel | Yes. |
| Possibility to transfer foreign employees | Yes, this is a practice used by foreign companies established in Singapore. |
| Availability of accounting services for a Singapore Pte Ltd | Yes, you can obtain such services with us. |
| Other services we offer for a Pte Ltd in Singapore | – nominee services, – document modification, – HR solutions, etc. |
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How can a Pte LTD be defined under the Singapore legislation?
The Singapore private limited company is a business form that has its capital divided into shares that cannot be traded to the public. These shares are distributed to shareholders based on their contributions to the company.
What are the most important features of a Singapore Pte LTD?
The following:
- it is a distinct entity from its owners;
- the shareholders have limited liability for debts and obligations of the private company (the limit is the contribution of the owners to the capital);
- it can be used for various activities;
- it can be used to create small and medium-sized enterprises in Singapore.
It is also useful to remember that this business form requires one of the following elements: one shareholder, one director, one secretary, 1 SGD capital as well as one registered address in Singapore.
Can a Singapore Pte LTD be fully foreign owned?
Yes, it can.
Can I register a private limited liability company in Singapore remotely?
Yes, through a registered agent such as our Singapore company formation specialists. Our fees start at EUR 650.
What are the conditions to register Pte LTD in Singapore?
The following:
- Shareholding structure: at least one shareholder and a maximum of 50 (20 in the case of a private exempt company);
- Management: it requires at least a director who also needs to be a Singapore resident;
- Secretary: at least one secretary who must be appointed no later than 6 months from the date of incorporation;
- Minimum capital: SGD 1;
- Address: the company must have a Singapore-registered address (it can also be a virtual office).
What are the steps to register a Pte LTD in Singapore?
The following:
- commercial name reservation;
- documents drafting (Memorandum and Articles of Association);
- documents submission;
- bank account opening;
- tax registration;
- licensing (if applicable to the operational sector).
What are the incorporation requirements for a Pte Ltd Singapore?
- Articles of Association: these are the company’s constitutive documents, the ones that outline the scope of the business, the activities, the names of the shareholders and directors, the address of the registered office, and others.
- Company name: the Pte Ltd Singapore needs to have a unique name, one that does not infringe on any existing ones.
- Business activities: the company needs to select a business activity or activities that will be included in the company documents.
- The shareholding structure: this company can be incorporated with only one shareholder; however, when this is not the case, the shareholding structure is to be properly defined.
We invite investors to watch the following video on the Pte Ltd:
How long does it take to register a Singapore Pte LTD?
Around one week.
We can also help you if you need to open a company in another country, such as Cayman Islands, through our partners from BridgeWest Cayman Islands.
Contact us if you have any further questions or if you need complete specialized assistance for setting up a private limited company in Singapore in 2026.