The definition of a dormant company varies between the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) and the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority of Singapore (ACRA). The definitions are spelt out in this article: What is a Dormant Company We will break up the obligations and exemptions for dormant companies into two categories, those under IRAS [...]
Holding an Annual General Meeting (AGM) is a statutory requirement. However, in certain situations, a company may not be able to hold the AGM within the stipulated timeframe. If so, the company may submit an application to the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) for an Extension of Time (EOT). The maximum extension is sixty [...]
As uncertainties swirl over Singapore's economy, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Heng Swee Kiat delivered a generous, expansionary budget to aid companies and business tide through this period. The estimated budget deficit of SGD$10.9 billion, or 2.1 per cent of gross domestic product, even exceeds the forecasted budget deficit in 2009 of SGD$8.7 billion. [...]
It is very common for company owners to start a company without truly thinking about their paid-up capital. In fact, not many company owners know what paid-up capital is. Simply put, paid-up capital is the amount of money a company has received from its shareholders in exchange for shares of stock. Paid up capital is [...]
Paid-Up Capital is the amount of money that a company has received in exchange for its shares. Paid-Up Capital is created when the company sells its share on the primary market, directly to investors. Paid Up-Capital comprises of two sections: 1) The par value of the shares issued 2) The additional Paid-Up Capital Each share [...]
Share Capital, otherwise known as equity financing, refers to the amount of money and property that a company has received in exchange for shares of the company. The shares can be either ordinary or preferred. Share Capital is listed in the balance sheet of the company as: 1) Common or preferred shares par value 2) [...]
Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI) is an estimate of a company’s taxable income (after deducting tax-allowable expenses) for a Year of Assessment (YA). The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) requires that the ECI be filed so that they can raise an early assessment. The data collected by IRAS will also be useful in helping the [...]
Form C-S is a simplified 3-page income tax return for companies to report their income to the Inland Revenue of Singapore (IRAS). Form C-S is for qualifying small companies and has fewer fields to fill. Form C-S comprises: A declaration statement of the company’s eligibility; Information on tax adjustments; and Information from the financial [...]
If you are looking to start a charity or a non-profit organisation, you may consider setting up a Public Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG). Here are details of what makes up a CLG. A CLG is a separate legal entity. It is a company and is separate from the members of the company. As a legal entity, it can [...]
Customs Duty is the tax imposed on imports and exports of goods. Some businesses in Singapore may be involved with the import and export of certain goods. All goods imported into Singapore are regulated under the following acts: The Customs Act The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act The Regulation of Imports and Exports Act [...]
