An Introduction to Doing Business in Singapore 2023 – New Publication from Dezan Shira & Associates
This Guide covers the fundamentals of investing in Singapore, including market entry, company setup, tax and audit, and HR and payroll.
Singapore to Introduce Revised Tax Incentives for Family Offices
Singapore’s central bank is set to introduce revised tax incentives and requirements for single family offices (SFO) to achieve key goals.
Singapore-UK Bilateral Investment Treaty: Status of Negotiations
Singapore and the UK are in the midst of negotiations on an updated bilateral investment treaty under the UK-Singapore Free Trade Agreement.
An Overview of Goods and Services Tax in Singapore
The goods and services tax is a self-assed tax in Singapore. The current rate is 8%, but this is expected to rise to 9% in 2024.
Audit and Compliance in Singapore: A Guide for Foreign Investors
Singapore makes it obligatory for registered businesses to file annual financial statements and hold annual general meetings.
Transfer Pricing in Singapore: A Guide for Foreign Investors
The Inland Revenue of Singapore (IRAS) endorses the arm’s length principle as its standard guide to transfer pricing.
A Guide to Singapore’s Labor Law
The Employment Act is the central labor law in Singapore. We discuss the terms and conditions of employment that the Act covers, and how it impacts employers and employees.
Navigating Intellectual Property Rights in Singapore: An Overview
We discuss the types of intellectual property that are afforded protection in Singapore and the associated procedural formalities.
A Guide to Personal Income Tax in Singapore
Personal income tax in Singapore is based on a progressive tax system, with taxes ranging from 0 to 22.5 percent for 2023.
Understanding Social Insurance in Singapore
We discuss the Central Provident Fund (CPF) and the Retirement Sum Topping-Up (RSTU) scheme – key components of Singapore’s social insurance.