Company Incorporation · Local & Foreign Founders

Start your Singapore company with confidence.

Whether you're a local entrepreneur or foreign founder, Gateway helps you structure and set up your company properly from day one with clear guidance, responsive support, and no unnecessary complications.

👉 Clear guidance. Proper structure. Support beyond incorporation.

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Why setup matters

Setting up in Singapore is straightforward getting it right is what matters.

Choosing the wrong structure, missing compliance requirements, or setting things up incorrectly can create unnecessary issues later.

At Gateway of Asia, we guide you through every step ensuring your company is set up properly, efficiently, and in full compliance with ACRA requirements.

👉 Proper setup now prevents problems later.

What we handle for you

Incorporation & Filing

Company name reservation with ACRA
Government registration filing
Company constitution preparation
Issuance of incorporation documents

Business Setup Support

Director and shareholder documentation
Business structure guidance
Bank account introduction
Ongoing compliance support after setup

End-to-end handling, from start to completion.

Not sure whether to DIY or engage a provider?

Here's how the options compare:

Criteria	DIY (Do It Yourself)	Budget CSP	Gateway of Asia
Cost upfront	Low	Low	Moderate
Setup speed	Depends on you	Fast	Fast & guided
Guidance	❌None	⚠️Limited	✅Clear, practical advice
Correct structure	⚠️Risk of mistakes	⚠️Basic	✅Tailored to your business
Compliance understanding	❌Self-learn	⚠️Minimal	✅Fully explained
Support after setup	❌None	⚠️Slow / reactive	✅Responsive, ongoing
Foreign founder support	❌Difficult	⚠️Limited	✅Fully supported
Risk of errors	High	Medium	Low
Long-term reliability	Low	Uncertain	High
Peace of mind	Low	Uncertain	High

Responsiveness

DIY

Depends

Budget CSP

Often slow

Gateway of Asia

Fast & direct

Where many businesses get it wrong

Setting up a company may seem straightforward but many issues only appear later when things are not done properly from the start. Here are some common mistakes we see:

1. Choosing the wrong company structure
2. Not appointing the right director setup (foreign founders)
3. Missing ACRA deadlines after incorporation
4. Poor communication from low-cost providers
5. Incorrect or incomplete filings
6. Thinking incorporation is a one-time task

Most businesses only realise something was set up incorrectly when problems appear later during compliance filings, banking reviews, tax matters, or operational changes.

That's why choosing the right partner matters.

👉 Gateway helps businesses start properly so things continue running smoothly after incorporation.

Not sure if you're setting things up correctly?

👉 Speak to our team before you proceed

No obligation. Just clear, practical advice.

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Types of companies you can register

Private Limited (Pte. Ltd.)

Best for growing businesses & startups

Separate legal entity
Limited liability
Investor-friendly
Scalable structure
Corporate tax benefits

👉 Recommended for most businesses

Sole Proprietorship

Best for solo freelancers & micro businesses

Simple setup
Low compliance requirements
No liability protection
Limited scalability

👉 Freelancers / micro businesses

LLP

Best for partnerships & professionals

Separate legal entity
Limited liability
Flexible profit sharing
Personal tax rates
Limited investor appeal

👉 Firms with multiple partners

LP

Best for investment & passive partner structures

Passive investor structure
Low compliance
Not a separate entity
Mixed liability
Limited scalability

👉 Businesses with passive investors

Not sure which structure suits you? We'll guide you based on your business needs.

Incorporation is just the beginning.

Most business issues don't happen during incorporation — they happen after setup. Missing deadlines, poor accounting coordination, incorrect filings, and lack of ongoing support can create unnecessary penalties and operational problems later.

Gateway helps businesses stay compliant and properly supported beyond incorporation.

Corporate Secretary

Annual filings, statutory registers, ACRA compliance, reminders.

Link to Corp Sec page

Accounting

Bookkeeping, reporting, financial visibility, IRAS coordination.

Link to Accounting page

Tax Services

Corporate tax filing, Form C-S / Form C, ECI submissions.

Link to Tax page

Business Support

Operational and admin support for growing businesses.

Link to Business Support page

For local and foreign founders

Singapore is one of the most business-friendly environments globally with no restrictions on foreign ownership and a competitive tax system.

We support both local and overseas entrepreneurs by:

Guiding you on the right company structure
Handling incorporation remotely (for foreign founders)
Advising on local compliance requirements
Assisting with bank account setup

Whether you're based in Singapore or overseas, we make the process smooth and straightforward.

Need a nominee director in Singapore?

Singapore companies require at least one locally resident director.

Gateway provides professional nominee director arrangements with clear agreements, compliance support, and transparent terms.

Transparent arrangement with no involvement in your business operations.

Why choose Gateway

01Clear guidance from start to finish
02Support for both local and foreign founders
03Fast and structured incorporation process
04Ongoing compliance support after setup

We don’t just incorporate companies. We help businesses start properly.

Ready to start
your Singapore company properly?

Whether you're local or overseas, Gateway helps you set up your business with clear guidance, responsive support, and a structure built for long-term growth.

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No obligation. No pressure. Just clear advice.