Last updated: 29 October 2026 · 7 min read
Reviewed by: Corporate Secretarial Team, HeySara
Key Takeaways
- ACRA’s fees to register a private limited company total S$315: S$15 for the name application and S$300 for registration.
- After registration, ACRA charges S$60 to file your annual return, with late filing penalties of S$300 or S$600.
- Government fees are fixed, but your largest ongoing costs, such as a company secretary, accounting and a registered address, are charged by service providers and vary.
- Companies must file their Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) within 3 months of their financial year end, and their tax return by 30 November.
Registering a private limited company in Singapore costs S$315 in ACRA fees: S$15 for the name application and S$300 for registration. This guide, based on HeySara’s experience incorporating companies in Singapore, covers those fees and the compliance costs that follow, so you can plan your budget before you start.
How much does it cost to register a company?
The Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) charges two fees to register a company, both paid through Bizfile:
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Name application | S$15 | Paid when you apply. An approved name is held for 120 days. |
| Company registration | S$300 | Paid once the name is approved. |
| Total ACRA fees | S$315 | Covers the filing only. |
Before you apply, check that your name is available and meets ACRA’s criteria. See our guide to picking a company name. For the full process, see company registration process in Singapore.
Ongoing government fees after registration
| Item | Fee | When |
|---|---|---|
| ACRA annual return filing | S$60 | Within 7 months of financial year end (private companies) |
| Late annual return penalty | S$300 if filed within 3 months after the due date, S$600 after that | If you miss the deadline |
| Updating company particulars (name, address, officers) | Check Bizfile for the current fee | As changes occur |
Costs that depend on your provider
These are not government fees. They are charged by service providers, and what you pay depends on your company’s size and activity.
- Registered address. You need a registered office address in Singapore, and the address must be open to the public during business hours. A virtual office address through a corporate service provider (CSP) is usually much cheaper than renting an office.
- Company secretary. You must appoint a company secretary within six months of incorporation. See our corporate secretarial service.
- Accounting and bookkeeping. Costs scale with your transaction volume. See our accounting and taxation service.
- Audit. Required unless your company is exempt. See audit services.
- Company stamp. A company stamp is optional. See are company stamps still needed in Singapore.
Since 9 June 2025, firms providing these services must be registered with ACRA as corporate service providers. You can check a provider’s registration through Bizfile’s entity search.
Corporate tax and filing
Companies in Singapore are taxed at 17% of chargeable income for a financial year, which is total income after tax-allowable expenses. Partial and start-up tax exemptions may reduce this, subject to conditions. There is no filing fee for IRAS tax returns, but there are two key deadlines:
- Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI): within 3 months of your financial year end, unless you qualify for a waiver.
- Corporate tax return (Form C-S or Form C): by 30 November of the Year of Assessment, filed online. Check IRAS for any extension available to companies using approved accounting software.
If your taxable turnover exceeds S$1 million, you must also register for GST.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to register a company in Singapore?
ACRA’s fees total S$315: S$15 for the name application and S$300 for registration. If you engage a CSP, its service fee is additional.
How much is the ACRA annual return fee?
S$60 per filing, with late penalties of S$300 or S$600 depending on how late the filing is.
Do I need a company stamp?
No. A company stamp is optional.
When do I file my tax return?
File your ECI within 3 months of your financial year end, and your tax return by 30 November of the Year of Assessment.
Can I use a virtual office as my registered address?
Yes, through a corporate service provider. The address must be a physical Singapore address that is open to the public during business hours.
Need help? HeySara’s company incorporation service handles registration, and our corporate secretarial service helps you stay compliant afterwards, so you pay only the fees you owe and avoid late penalties.
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, tax or professional advice. Fees and deadlines are set by ACRA and IRAS and are subject to change. Verify current fees and deadlines on ACRA’s and IRAS’s websites, or consult a qualified professional before making decisions. HeySara accepts no liability for actions taken based on this article.
