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Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority

Registration services

Learn how to register businesses, investment funds, and professional services with ACRA in Singapore.

Last updated 30 January 2026

Registering a business

Complete these five steps to register a business entity in Singapore.

Setting up a foreign business in Singapore

Learn more about the four ways that foreign businesses can expand into Singapore.

Setting up a variable capital company (VCC)

Complete these six steps to register a VCC in Singapore and meet key requirements.

Registering as a corporate service provider (CSP)

A CSP provides specific corporate services to others. Check the key requirements and process for registering as a CSP.

Registering as a registered qualified individual (RQI)

Corporate service providers (CSP) need to provide corporate services through RQIs. Check the requirements and registration process for RQIs.

Registering as a public accountant (PA)

You need to be a PA to audit financial statements. Learn more about the registration requirements and process.

Registering a public accounting entity (PAE)

Find the right accounting entity type for your needs, and learn how to set it up in Singapore.