How Long Does It Take to Incorporate a Company in Singapore?
If you’ve been dreaming about launching your own business in Singapore, you’ll be thrilled to hear this:
You can have a fully incorporated company in as little as a few hours.
That’s not marketing hype—it’s genuinely one of the fastest and most efficient processes in the world. But let’s break it down properly so you know what to expect.
The Typical Timeline: From Start to Finish
✅ 1. Company Name Approval: 1 Hour or Less
You’ll first need to submit your proposed company name to ACRA (Singapore’s corporate regulator) via the BizFile+ portal.
Best-case scenario: Name is unique and non-sensitive → approved instantly or within an hour.
If extra review is needed: (e.g., names involving “bank,” “school,” or “media”) → a few days longer.
💡 Tip: Use a unique, straightforward name to avoid delays.
✅ 2. Preparing Incorporation Documents: Same Day
If you’ve gathered the required information ahead of time (details of directors, shareholders, address, etc.), preparing the paperwork takes just a few hours.
At Paperwork.sg, we can help you prep and review everything on the same day.
✅ 3. Submission to ACRA: Immediate Filing
Once your documents are in order, we can submit your application to ACRA electronically.
In most cases:
Approval is instant if no manual review is needed.
Otherwise, ACRA may take 1–2 working days to manually process special cases.
✅ 4. Post-Incorporation Essentials: Within a Week
After incorporation, you’ll need to:
Issue share certificates
Appoint your company secretary
Set up statutory registers
Open a bank account (this sometimes takes a bit longer due to compliance checks)
We’ll guide you through every step.
Realistically, How Fast Could I Incorporate?
Situation | Estimated Timeline |
|---|---|
All documents ready, simple name | Same day (few hours) |
If name requires review, missing info | 1–3 working days |
| With foreign ownership or special licenses | 3–5 working days (case-by-case) |
Why Incorporation Might Get Delayed
Some common causes of delay:
Company name objections
Incomplete or inaccurate documents
Special industry approvals required
Missing ID verification for directors/shareholders
That’s why it helps to work with pros (like us 😎) who know how to get it done right the first time.
Want Your Company Incorporated in a Day? We Can Help.
At Paperwork.sg:
✅ We check your name availability for free
✅ We prep your documents the same day
✅ We submit your incorporation instantly
And yes—you still get your first-year corporate secretary service free.