Free Incorporation in Singapore - Is There a Catch?
You’ve probably seen offers like:
✅ “Free company incorporation!”
✅ “First-year corporate secretary free!”
Sounds amazing, right? But what’s the fine print?
Let’s unpack how these offers work—especially if you’re considering working with Paperwork.sg.
1️⃣ What Does “Free Incorporation” Actually Cover?
When providers like us say “free incorporation,” it means:
We don’t charge you a professional service fee for preparing and submitting your incorporation documents.
You still pay the ACRA government fee (S$315 as of now).
So yes, you genuinely save a few hundred dollars on service fees—but you can’t avoid the mandatory government costs.
2️⃣ Why Offer It for Free?
For us, incorporation is just the start of the journey.
We want to build long-term relationships with clients, offering:
✅ Corporate secretary services
✅ Accounting and bookkeeping
✅ Tax filings
✅ Nominee director services (if needed)
By helping you start smoothly, we hope you’ll trust us for your ongoing compliance and advisory needs.
3️⃣ Are There Any Hidden Fees?
With Paperwork.sg:
❌ No surprise charges
❌ No forced add-ons
We’re transparent upfront about what’s free, what’s not, and what government fees you’ll need to pay.
💡 Tip: Always check the full fee breakdown before signing up with any provider.
4️⃣ Why Not Just DIY My Incorporation?
While it’s possible to file directly with ACRA yourself, most founders prefer to use a service provider because:
We handle all the paperwork and documentation
We help you avoid common mistakes
We guide you through post-incorporation tasks (like appointing a company secretary and issuing shares)
It saves you time, hassle, and risk.
5️⃣ Why Work With Paperwork.sg?
✅ Free incorporation (you only pay the S$315 government fee)
✅ First-year corporate secretary service free
✅ Fast, tech-enabled filing
✅ Human support when you need it
We’re here to make your startup journey frictionless.