Legal Services in Singapore for Companies and Investors

Singapore in one of the most developed city-states in Southeast Asia and many foreign investors in European but Western countries, such as the United States, are interested in opening companies here. However, it is important to know that not only does the city have its specific law on company incorporation, but it also has a unique Asian business culture.

Our Main Legal Services
Our main legal services in Singapore	Our legal services in Singapore cover a wide range of matters that are useful and necessary for individuals, companies and non-profit organizations. Some of the ways in which we can assist our clients are: – accounting, – immigration, – company registration, – litigation, – employment, – real estate, – signing contracts, etc.
Legal assistance in incorporation local types of companies	We can help businessmen in registering any of the following company types: – private company, – public company, – exempt company, – unlimited company, – branch office, – sole trader, – representative office.
Open a limited liability partnership	A limited liability partnership (similar to a private company) is incorporated as per the rules of the Limited Liability Partnerships Act 2005. We can help you register it with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) by meeting the basic requirements – trade name, business address, shareholding documents, etc.
Immigration services	Our lawyers can advise and assist foreigners in selecting visas suitable for their arrival to Singapore, obtain a residence permit and apply for citizenship.
Obtain residency	– assistance in obtaining temporary or permanent residency, – prepare the application file, – obtain a Tax Identification Number, – represent clients in the connection to the Singaporean authorities, – provide information on the legislation (the Immigration Act 1959)
Apply for an investor visa	Our legal services in Singapore include assistance in obtaining an investor visa (known as the Global Investor program). We can present the investment pathways, the conditions that are imposed (investments can be made in existing Singaporean companies, in certain investment funds), the requirements for permanent residency and citizenship, etc.
Debt collection	– assistance on the law (Insolvency Law ), – legal representation in courts (Small Claims Tribunal, the Magistrate Court, the District Court, the High Court), – assistance in out-of-court procedures
Open a representative office	It is set up for non-commercial purposes and it must be registered with Enterprise Singapore (formerly International Enterprise Singapore). The entity must have a local representative and we can assist in this sense.
Assistance in mergers and acquisitions	Our clients can be represented in public and private mergers and acquisitions. We can provide ongoing support deriving from the law applicable in this case (Companies Act 1967, Competition Act 2004, Securities and Futures Act 2001, Significant Investment Review Act 2024, the Takeover Code), present the types of entities that can enter these procedures and provide tax advice.
Employee transfer	Employee transfer is possible if a foreign company has an office or an affiliate partner in Singapore interested in hiring an employee working in the foreign company abroad. There are several criteria to abide by (duration of the employment, the work activity) and our team can present them. We offer visa assistance tailored for this type of relocation.
Obtain citizenship	Citizenship in Singapore can be acquired through naturalization, marriage, descent, registration. We offer tailored services based on the type of citizenship you qualify for.
Purchase a property	Our attorneys can assist foreigners in acquiring private apartments, condominiums, executive condomiums, landed properties. We can address the Housing & Development Board (HDB) and the Land Dealings Approval Unit, offer information on the legislation (The Residential Property Act 1976), provide details on the property taxes and representation when paying them, draft and review property sale contracts, etc.
Immigration services for Americans	Americans need visas for long-term stays. We can help you obtain one for employment, investment, study, family reunification. Our services also include assistance in residency permit issuance and citizenship applications.
Immigration services for Britons	Britons can arrive visa free in Singapore only for short-term business or travel purposes. In all other cases, standard immigration formalities must be conducted (visa, residency), which can be successfully completed with the help of our lawyers.
Company formation services	-select a legal entity, – obtain a business address, – obtain permits, – register for taxes, – register with ACRA, – appoint directors, etc.

Our law firm in Singapore will provide all legal services when starting a company and choosing the most appropriate vehicle to run your business. Our Singapore lawyers are completed by an accounting team that will support investors with the accounting matters of their companies.

Company registration in Singapore

Among the legal services provided by our Singapore law firm company registration is among the most important. The legal assistance offered by our legal team comprises business consulting regarding all types of companies that can be registered and their specific requirements, drafting the incorporation documents and filing them with the Singapore Companies Registrar. Our lawyers in Singapore will also offer clients relevant information about the most flourishing investment industries in the city and incentives they can benefit from. Our lawyers in Singapore will also obtain the necessary business permits required when opening a company. Our team can also help you open a limited company in Singapore. In case you need these services in another Asian country, such as Thailand, our local partners can assist you.

Accounting services in Singapore

As mentioned above, our Singapore lawyers collaborate with accountants in order to provide clients complete business solutions. Our accounting team will provide clients with information about the Singapore taxation system, the filing of their annual financial statements and will also offer tax minimization services on request. Moreover, our accounting team will handle the tax registration procedure with the Inland Revenue Authority in Singapore (IRAS) and will also handle the company’s bookkeeping if required.

What other legal services are available in Singapore?

Our attorneys in Singapore will also provide legal services in civil matters if necessary and can also conduct insolvency procedures. Foreign citizens or companies interested in buying real estate in Singapore will also benefit from counseling and real estate due diligence, if so requested. The legal services provided by our Singapore law firm also include property registration with the Land Register. Our lawyers in Singapore are also prepared in conducting debt collection procedures. International clients looking for these legal services in another country, for example in Thailand, can contact our partner Thai law firm. If you need reliable company registration services in Thailand, our partners from ThaiCompanyFormation.com can help you.

Legal assistance for foreign citizens offer by our lawyers in Singapore

Foreigners deciding to immigrate to Singapore can request the services of our attorneys who can help them with the paperwork related to obtaining an employment pass or a residence visa. They can also benefit from assistance with respect to the employment legislation in order to know what their rights are. Our Singapore lawyers can also help foreign citizens to rent a place if buying a property is not an option for them.

Please mind that the law on immigration to Singaporecan impose different immigration rules depending on the nationality of the person arriving here. Thus, there can be distinctions even in the case of a visitor visa.

For some nationalities, the visa can be obtained as an electronic document, while for others, the regular visa application process will still apply.

If you want to start the process of relocating in this country, you can address to our immigration lawyers in Singapore, where you can receive professional assistance on any immigration matter.

The services of our lawyers include assistance on the issuance of a visa, helping other family members obtain suitable visas for their situation, applying for residency, for citizenship, etc.

Assistance in litigation cases

With a vast experience, our Singapore attorneys offer legal aid for personal injury claim in Singapore and in the following corporate litigation matters:

– commercial disputes;
– employment disputes;
– merger and acquisition litigation;
– commercial real estate disputes.

Foreign citizens can also appeal to the services provided by our legal staff in order to resolve disputes related to divorce, child custody, division of assets or real estate. You can also rely on us for Singapore PR application.

A foreigner can obtain a residence permit in Singapore issued on a permanent basis by applying through the online service of Immigration and Checkpoints Authority. For most scenarios, applicants must use this service.

However, foreign investors can apply through the Singapore Economic Development Board. The application for residency imposes the payment of a small fee, of $100.

Our lawyers in Singapore provide customized business solutions and you can contact our law firm to request information about all legal services available. You are also invited to contact our law firm for legal advice and representation on immigration in Singapore.