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Annual Return vs Tax Filing in Singapore
2026-10-08
Annual Return
Regulator: ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority)
Key requirements:
- Confirm registered office address
- Verify particulars of directors, shareholders and company secretary
- Validate shareholding structure and other statutory information
Penalty for late submission：
Failure to lodge the annual return on time will result in fines imposed by ACRA. In severe cases, the company may be struck off compulsorily.
Tax Filing
Regulator: IRAS (Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore)
Key requirements:
- Prepare annual financial statements
- Conduct and file AGM (Annual General Meeting) documents
- Prepare corporate tax computation
- Submit corporate income tax return
Penalty for late submission
IRAS may issue fines for overdue tax filing. The authority can raise tax assessments based on estimated profits. In serious circumstances, directors and company representatives may be summoned to court.
Core Difference
Annual Return: Report updated company particulars to ACRA.
Tax Filing: Declare the company’s taxable income to IRAS.
Both procedures are mandatory for registered Singapore companies in operation.
Important Reminder
Some company secretarial firms only provide annual return services and exclude tax filing. When engaging service providers, always clarify the scope of services covered in the quotation. Ignorance of compliance requirements may lead to unexpected fines.
Skyline Business Singapore
Established in 2013, Skyline Business Singapore is a global comprehensive agency for company registration and corporate administration. We boast rich experience handling Singapore company annual compliance matters.
Our service portfolio covers company incorporation, entrepreneur pass application, bookkeeping, annual return, corporate & personal tax filing, director changes, and PR application support.
Our services include:
1. Submission of annual return to ACRA
2. Preparation of annual financial statements
3. AGM documentation and filing
4. Corporate tax computation and tax return preparation
Should you have enquiries regarding Singapore company annual return or tax filing, feel free to contact us for a free consultation.
Skyline Business Consulting Pte Ltd, a Skyline Business Group affiliate, was established in Singapore in 2013. After years of growth, we are now able to provide a wider range of services, including company incorporation, immigration, education, investment, and translation. Our company is constantly striving to provide the highest quality work while also assisting our clients in achieving their objectives in an engaging way.
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Tel: +65-64388369 +65-65340985
Fax: +65 6534 3785
Email: skylinetbm@gmail.com
Address: 133 New Bridge Road, #15-07, Chinatown Point, Singapore 059413
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