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Branch Office

Extension of a foreign company in Singapore

Liability

Parent company fully liable

Owners

Foreign parent company

Setup Time

1–2 weeks

ACRA Fee

S$300

A Branch Office is an extension of a foreign parent company, not a separate legal entity. It can conduct business and generate revenue in Singapore but the parent company bears full liability for the branch's actions. Must appoint a local authorised representative.

Best for

Foreign companies testing the Singapore market or needing a direct presence

Advantages

Direct extension of foreign company
Can conduct business in Singapore
Parent retains full control
No separate incorporation needed

Considerations

Parent company has unlimited liability
Not a separate legal entity
Must file parent's accounts with ACRA
Less preferred than subsidiary for most cases

This is an independent guide — not a government website and not legal or tax advice. Official registration is done on ACRA Bizfile. Always verify current requirements on the relevant .gov.sg portal.