Entity Guide
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Limited Partnership (LP)
Mix of general and limited partners
Liability
Mixed (general unlimited, limited capped)
Owners
≥1 general + ≥1 limited partner
Setup Time
1–2 days
ACRA Fee
S$100
A Limited Partnership has at least one general partner (with unlimited liability and management control) and at least one limited partner (with liability capped at their contribution and no management role). It offers flexibility for investment structures.
Best for
Investment funds and structured investment vehicles
Advantages
- Limited partners have capped liability
- Flexible investment structure
- General partner retains control
- Pass-through taxation
Considerations
- General partner has unlimited liability
- Limited partners cannot manage the business
- Less common structure
- Not suitable for most operating businesses
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