Doing Business in Singapore

Classed as the world’s easiest place to do business (Doing Business 2012 report by the World Bank), Singapore welcomes investors with a smooth channel for their ventures.

From excellent infrastructure to convenient online portals and transparent laws, setting up a business has never been more fuss-free. Here's some useful links to various government portal and website.

ACRA

ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority) is the regulatory authority for business as well as all public accountants situated in Singapore.

MOM

MOM (Ministry of Manpower) is responsible to improve the skills and productivity of the Singaporean workforce so that they can have better jobs, higher incomes and a secure retirement.

IRAS

The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) is the main tax administrator to the Government. IRAS collects taxes that account for more than 70% of the Government’s Operating Revenue that supports the Government’s economic and social programmes to achieve quality growth and an inclusive society.

Enterprise Singapore

Enterprise Singapore is the government agency driving Singapore’s external economy. They spearhead the overseas growth of Singapore-based companies and promote international trade.

MAS

As Singapore’s central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) promotes sustained, non-inflationary economic growth through appropriate monetary policy formulation and close macroeconomic surveillance of emerging trends and potential vulnerabilities.

CPF

The Central Provident Fund (CPF) is a comprehensive social security system that enables working Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents to set aside funds for retirement. It also addresses healthcare, home ownership, family protection and asset enhancement.

ISCA

The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), formerly the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore, is the national professional body for accountants in Singapore. It sets out to develop, support and enhance the integrity, status and interests of the accountancy profession in Singapore.