Corporate Compliance
Company Secretary Services in Singapore
Every Singapore-incorporated company must appoint a company secretary within six months of incorporation. We maintain your statutory registers, prepare board resolutions, and file annual returns β so nothing is missed.
What does a company secretary do?
A company secretary is a statutory officer responsible for keeping your company compliant with Singapore’s corporate regulations. Every Singapore-registered company is legally required to appoint one within six months of incorporation under the Companies Act (Cap. 50). Failure to comply can result in ACRA penalties and regulatory risk.
- Maintaining the company’s statutory registers (directors, shareholders, secretaries, auditors)
- Filing Annual Returns with ACRA on time, every year
- Preparing and filing board resolutions and minutes for AGMs and EGMs
- Lodging changes to the company’s profile with ACRA, including director appointments and resignations, change of address and share transfers
- Ensuring the company’s Constitution and records are up to date
- Acting as the named point of contact on all ACRA-issued legal documents
Legal note: a company secretary must be a natural person ordinarily resident in Singapore, and must hold the qualifications prescribed under the Companies Act.
What we manage
Statutory compliance
- Annual Return filing with ACRA
- Preparation of AGM and EGM minutes and resolutions
- Maintenance of statutory registers and minute books
- Filing of changes in directors, shareholders, secretaries and registered office address
Corporate governance support
- Preparation of directors’ and shareholders’ resolutions
- Assistance with share allotments and share transfers
- Corporate restructuring documentation
- Constitution drafting and updates
On-demand secretarial support
- Same-day or next-business-day turnaround on standard filings
- Advisory on ACRA compliance requirements
- Coordination with auditors and tax agents
Who needs a company secretary?
Under the Singapore Companies Act, every private limited company must appoint one. That includes:
- Newly incorporated Singapore companies, within six months of incorporation
- Foreign-owned subsidiaries and branch offices
- SMEs and startups without in-house corporate expertise
- Companies undergoing restructuring, share transfers or directorship changes
If your current company secretary is resigning, or you have been managing secretarial duties in-house without proper compliance oversight, we can step in immediately.
Why outsource it to us
Affordable fixed pricing
No hidden fees. Straightforward annual retainer packages designed for lean Singapore businesses.
Fast turnaround
We aim to complete standard instructions by the next working day.
ACRA expertise
Our team is experienced with every ACRA filing requirement, so you avoid late filing penalties.
One-stop corporate services
Pair your company secretary service with incorporation, nominee director, corporate tax, payroll and work pass services for a fully managed compliance solution.
Based in Singapore
We are in the east of Singapore, near Tampines MRT. Reachable in person, by phone, or on WhatsApp at +65 8809 1177.
Why it matters
Proper governance minimises administrative burden, keeps filings on time, and avoids the penalty fees ACRA imposes for late or missed lodgements.
Compliance packages
Our company secretary service is offered as fixed annual packages:
- Essential Compliance: from S$850 per year, for dormant or small companies
- Business Compliance Plus: S$1,000 to S$1,200 per year, for active SMEs with periodic corporate changes
- Premium Corporate Governance: S$1,800 to S$2,500 per year, for growing businesses, group companies and foreign-owned entities
- Compliance + Accounting Bundle: S$2,000 to S$4,000 per year, for companies wanting a one-stop solution
Frequently asked questions
Can a director also act as company secretary?
No. The sole director of a company cannot also serve as the company secretary. The roles must be held by separate individuals.
What qualifications must a company secretary have?
The company secretary must be a natural person resident in Singapore. Public companies require additional professional qualifications, such as ICSA membership or legal practitioner status. For private companies, residency is the primary requirement.
How much does a company secretary cost in Singapore?
Our compliance packages start from S$850 per year for dormant or small companies, with higher tiers for active and growing businesses. See our compliance packages for full details, or contact us for a quote tailored to your company’s needs.
What happens if we do not appoint one?
ACRA may impose financial penalties on the company and its directors for failing to appoint a company secretary within six months of incorporation.
Can you take over from our existing provider?
Yes. We handle a seamless transition, including transfer of statutory registers, resolution files and ACRA filing history.