About Singapore
As one of the world’s leading international financial centres, Singapore offers political stability, a strategic location, world-class infrastructure, a business-friendly legal and regulatory environment, and low tax rates. The city-state serves as a key Asian platfom for foreign investors, entrepreneurs and multinational businesses. Its modern commercial legislation, proactive government, robust legal system and extensive treaty network make it a key global location for holding companies, regional headquarters and wealth structures, while it consistently ranks highly for quality of life and is a sought-after place of residence.
Singapore – Key Benefits
- Stable political environment and pro-innovation ecosystem.
- Attractive corporate tax rate of 17% with partial tax exemptions.
- Common law legal system and high regulatory standards.
- Modern corporate and trust legislation.
- Robust IP protection laws and efficient licensing regimes.
- Extensive network of Double Taxation Agreements (DTAs).
- Asia-Pacific business gateway with world-class infrastructure.
- Strong financial and professional sector.
- Access to global investment opportunities.
- High salaries and world-class healthcare and education systems.
- Favourable immigration and global investor programmes.
Why choose Sovereign Singapore?
Sovereign Singapore offers fully compliant, cross-border solutions that are tailored for international clients. We assist with the formation, administration and management of companies, partnerships, trusts and foundations, and are highly experienced in handling the legal, tax and compliance issues that can arise with complex structures in multiple jurisdictions. We also provide the necessary ongoing support to assist clients to maximise opportunities and achieve long-term sustainability in line with their objectives. Our multilingual team ensures seamless communication and service delivery.
Sovereign Singapore – Corporate, Fiduciary and Private Client Services
Sovereign Singapore assists a wide variety of clients, including businesses, individuals, families and professional intermediaries, to establish robust structures that are fully aligned with Singapore’s legal and tax frameworks, as well as international best practice. As an international provider, we are dedicated to offering integrated advice, products and services to clients that have sophisticated and often complex needs.
Corporate Services and Consulting
Sovereign Singapore can assist companies that are considering international expansion to exploit Singapore’s potential as a location for headquartering, technological innovation and future growth. We offer end-to-end support for Singapore company formation, including limited liability companies, Special Purpose Companies (SPCs), partnerships and branches. Our services include registered office provision, company secretarial assistance, tax and VAT registration, accounting, payroll and legal guidance. We also assist with bank account opening, licensing, applying for tax incentives, authorised signatory roles, office set up and family office concierge tasks.
Fiduciary and Private Client Solutions
Sovereign Singapore assists families and entrepreneurs to structure their assets to support personal, family, commercial and charitable interests. We can assist on wealth structuring, tax and succession planning, pensions and asset protection. We set up and administer trusts, foreign grantor trusts and private trust companies and then provide family governance, compliance and reporting support. Every structure will be aligned to a client’s circumstances and long-term objectives. Sovereign also has experience in setting up family offices and Variable Capital Companies. Sovereign can assist high-net-worth individuals and their families with relocation and immigration to Singapore, as well as tax registration and real estate acquisition.
Sovereign Insights: stay updated on Singapore
The international tax, legal and regulatory landscape is constantly changing. It is our duty to actively seek out and process relevant information to ensure compliance and reduce risk. Explore our latest news, blogs and posts to stay informed on changes impacting your investments, operations and legacy planning in Singapore and beyond. You can also subscribe to our newsletter.
Sovereign People
Sovereign places an emphasis on strong client relationships, technical excellence and a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Our Singapore office is staffed with experienced lawyers, trust officers, company secretaries and compliance professionals to help you meet your local and global obligations with confidence. This multilingual team combines technical expertise with regional knowledge to provide first rate services to private and corporate clients in Singapore and across the Southeast Asia region.
Sovereign Knowledge Hub
Sovereign is focused on supporting clients by ensuring they have the knowledge, information and resources they need to stay informed and make confident decisions. From briefings, information sheets and case studies, to videos and webinars, our ‘Knowledge Hub’ contains the practical resources to give clients the latest perspectives on the business, legal and wider issues that matter. Browse the library.
Sovereign – Licences and Professional Affiliations
Sovereign’s Global Network
Established in 1987, the Sovereign Group has grown to become one of the largest independent corporate and trust service providers worldwide. Our office network now spans over more than 20 jurisdictions across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and Africa, allowing our clients to access a global service from a local point of delivery. Sovereign Singapore works closely with this international network to deliver seamless cross-border solutions to our clients.
Please contact us if you have any questions or queries and your local representative will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
