How much does it cost to incorporate a company in Singapore?
A standard Singapore private limited company costs roughly S$680 to S$990 all-in to incorporate through a corporate-services firm in 2026, including the mandatory S$315 ACRA fee. Foreign founders who need a nominee director should budget more.
Based on the 13 firms we are mystery-shopping for our live, in-progress 2026 incorporation ranking. Last updated 18 August 2026.
This guide reflects a live, in-progress ranking. Pricing figures below are drawn from firms fully scored so far; verify current government fees on ACRA's official BizFile portal.
The typical cost breakdown
| Item | Typical cost (2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| ACRA name application | S$15 | Government fee, one-off |
| ACRA incorporation | S$300 | Government fee, one-off |
| Filing-agent service | S$380–S$690 | The firm's professional fee |
| Company secretary (year 1) | S$300–S$600 | Mandatory within 6 months; often bundled |
| Nominee director (if needed) | S$1,500–S$3,000/yr | Foreign founders without a local director |
| Registered address | S$120–S$360/yr | If you don't have a local address |
What most founders actually pay
Among the firms fully scored so far in our live, in-progress ranking, quotes vary widely in structure as well as price. Osome quoted a straightforward S$600 all-in for incorporation, ACRA fee included. 3E Accounting's headline "total" reads S$4,713, but that figure bundles in an optional nominee-director service — the true applicable price for a founder who already has a local resident director is closer to S$533. HeySara's model is different again: S$1,097–S$1,398 per year, ACRA fee included, rather than a one-off setup fee. See our Osome, 3E Accounting and HeySara reviews for the full breakdowns, and always read past the headline figure.
Can I incorporate myself and skip the fee?
You can file directly on ACRA's BizFile portal and pay only the S$315 government fee. But you'll still need to appoint a qualified company secretary within six months, and foreign founders will still need a resident director. For most first-time founders, a filing agent's fee buys correct filings and someone to catch the paid-up-capital and director requirements — which is exactly what we test for in our rankings.
Common questions
How much does it cost to incorporate a company in Singapore?
Roughly S$680–S$990 all-in through a corporate-services firm in 2026, including the S$315 ACRA fee. Filing yourself on BizFile costs the S$315 government fee alone, but you still need a company secretary within six months.
What is the ACRA fee to register a company?
S$15 for the name application plus S$300 for incorporation — S$315 in total. Check whether a firm's quote includes this or lists it separately.
Do I need a company secretary, and what does it cost?
Yes — every Singapore company must appoint one within six months. Expect an annual retainer of about S$300–S$600, sometimes bundled into a first-year package.
Are there extra costs for foreign founders?
Usually. You need a locally resident director; without one, a nominee-director service commonly runs S$1,500–S$3,000 per year, plus a possible deposit. A registered local address may add a smaller annual fee.