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Our Jurisdictions
Where do you want to incorporate?
Each jurisdiction offers distinct advantages for different business goals — from fast-setup trading companies to tax-efficient offshore holding structures.
🇸🇬 Singapore
| Entity type | Private Limited (Pte Ltd) |
| Timeline | 1–2 business days |
| Corporate tax | 17% (effective ~8.5% with startup exemptions) |
| Min. capital | S$1 |
| Foreign ownership | 100% allowed |
| Local director | Required — nominee available via HeySara |
From S$698 / year
Locals & PRs · S$2,988 for foreigners (incl. nominee director)
🇲🇾 Malaysia
| Entity type | Sdn Bhd (Private Limited) |
| Timeline | 3–5 business days |
| Corporate tax | 24% (17% for SMEs on first RM600,000) |
| Min. capital | RM1 |
| Foreign ownership | 100% allowed |
| Local director | Required |
From S$998
All-in package including SSM government fees
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
| Entity type | Private Limited Company |
| Timeline | 1–2 business days (expedited) |
| Corporate tax | 8.25–16.5% · 0% on offshore income |
| Min. capital | 1 share (no par value) |
| Foreign ownership | 100% allowed |
| Local director | Not required |
From USD$798
Includes govt fees, 1st year company secretary & registered address
🇻🇬 British Virgin Islands (BVI)
| Entity type | BVI Business Company (IBC) |
| Timeline | 5–7 business days |
| Corporate tax | 0% — fully tax neutral |
| Min. capital | 1 share (no par value) |
| Foreign ownership | 100% allowed |
| Local director | Not required |
From USD$1,600
Includes registered agent, ROD, ROM, ROBO, standard licence fee
🇰🇾 Cayman Islands
| Entity type | Exempted companies, LLCs |
| Timeline | 5–10 business days |
| Corporate tax | 0% — no direct taxes |
| Min. capital | No minimum |
| Foreign ownership | 100% allowed |
| Local director | Not required |
From USD$3500
Includes Registered Agent and Standard Licence fee
Find your fit
Which Jurisdiction Is Right for Your Business?
Singapore — Best for: Startups & SEA Operations
Choose Singapore if you are building a technology company, regional ASEAN headquarters, or a business that needs strong investor credibility, access to government grants, and double taxation agreements with 100+ countries. Singapore is the top choice for founders raising VC capital in Southeast Asia. Required: one locally resident director (HeySara can provide via nominee director service)
Malaysia — Best for: Cost-Efficient Regional Operations
Choose Malaysia if you want lower operational and labour costs while maintaining a credible onshore presence in Southeast Asia. Malaysia's Sdn Bhd structure is well-suited for manufacturing, distribution, and service businesses targeting the Malaysian market or using it as a regional cost base. Required: one locally resident director.
Hong Kong — Best for: China Market Access & E-Commerce
Choose Hong Kong if your business is China-facing, involved in trade, logistics, or finance, or if you are an e-commerce seller requiring global banking and payment platform access. Hong Kong's territorial tax system means offshore income is taxed at 0% — particularly valuable for consultants and digital businesses with international clients. No local director required.
BVI — Best for: Holding Companies, IP & Wealth Structures
Choose the British Virgin Islands if you need a tax-neutral holding vehicle for cross-border assets, intellectual property ownership, or family wealth management. BVI companies carry 0% corporate tax and strong confidentiality. They are commonly used above a Singapore or Hong Kong operating company in a dual-structure arrangement. No local director required.
Cayman — Best for: VC Funds, Investment Structures & Pre-IPO
Choose the Cayman Islands if you are raising institutional venture capital, structuring an investment fund, or planning a pre-IPO restructuring. Most US and international VC funds require a Cayman Exempted Company as the fund vehicle. The Cayman Islands is the globally recognised standard for fund structures and is preferred by institutional investors. No local director required.
Side by side
Compare All Jurisdictions
| Criteria | 🇸🇬Singapore | 🇲🇾Malaysia | 🇭🇰Hong Kong | 🇻🇬BVI | 🇰🇾Cayman |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100% Foreign Ownership | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Local Director Required | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Corporate Tax Rate | 17% | 24% | 8.25–16.5% | 0% | 0% |
| Setup Timeline | 1–2 days | 3–5 days | 1–2 days | 5–7 days | 5–10 days |
| 100% Remote Setup | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Nominee Director Available | ✓ | ✓ | Via partner | N/A | N/A |
| Best For | Startups, SEA trading co. | SEA ops, cost-efficient | China market, e-commerce | Holding, IP, wealth | Funds, VC structures |
How to read this table: Singapore and Hong Kong are onshore jurisdictions with active corporate tax (17% and 8.25–16.5% respectively) but strong international credibility and banking access. Malaysia is the most cost-efficient onshore option in Southeast Asia. BVI and Cayman Islands are offshore jurisdictions with 0% corporate tax, used for holding structures, fund vehicles, and asset protection — not for active trading operations. HeySara provides incorporation and ongoing compliance services for all five jurisdictions from Singapore.
The Process
How to Incorporate Remotely — Step by Step
Choose Your Jurisdiction
Tell us your business goals and our relationship managers will advise on the right structure and country for you.
Submit KYC Documents
Upload your passport, proof of address, and basic company details. All done online — no physical submission needed.
Sign Digitally
We prepare every incorporation document. You review and sign electronically. No need to visit our office.
We File on Your Behalf
Our licensed team submits to ACRA (SG), SSM (MY), Companies Registry (HK), or the relevant offshore authority.
Receive Your Company Docs
Your Certificate of Incorporation is issued. We handle ongoing corporate secretarial and compliance from here.
Why HeySara
One partner across every jurisdiction
Professional & Experienced Team
Our team brings deep expertise in corporate governance and regulatory compliance across Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and offshore jurisdictions.
Responsible & Reliable Services
We prioritise compliance-first practices. Your company is structured correctly from day one — not just incorporated quickly.
Transparent & Competitive Pricing
No hidden fees. What you see in our packages is what you pay — across all five jurisdictions we offer.
Strong Banking Partnerships
We work with OCBC and other banking partners to help clients get operational faster — including corporate bank account introductions.
One-Stop Corporate Services
Beyond incorporation: corporate secretarial, accounting, tax compliance, payroll, and work pass applications — all under one roof.
Fast & Efficient Turnaround
Singapore and Hong Kong companies incorporated in 1–2 days. Every jurisdiction handled with the same speed and accuracy.
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Failure to meet compliance can result in fines or director disqualification. Our team helps manage filings, deadlines, and ensures your company remains in good standing.
HeySara’s nominee director service starts at S$2,200 per year for a third-party nominee, or S$2,800 per year for an in-house professional
with advisory support. A refundable security deposit of S$2,000 may apply depending on your company’s nature and risk profile.
Under Singapore law, all directors — including nominees — carry certain statutory duties. However, HeySara protects nominees through a legally binding Nominee Director Deed that includes indemnity clauses. This means that if a nominee faces liability caused by your actions, you are contractually
obligated to indemnify them. This is standard practice and fully enforceable.
Ready to incorporate?
Talk to a relationship manager — free consultation, no commitment. We’ll help you find the right jurisdiction for your business.
