Divorce Procedures in Singapore 2025 – Mutual Separation, Legal Divorce, Maintenance & Child Custody
Navigating a divorce in Singapore can feel overwhelming — emotionally, legally, and practically. For many couples, the choice to separate comes with a host of difficult questions: How do we file? Who gets custody of the children? How will assets be divided? What about maintenance support? At Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP, we understand these concerns […]
How to Legally Minimise VAT/GST Liabilities in Singapore 2025 – Risk Free Complete Guide
VAT in many jurisdictions corresponds to GST in Singapore. The Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) defines GST as an indirect tax imposed on the supply of goods and services (output tax), while businesses may claim credits for GST paid on business inputs (input tax). If your business is GST-registered and makes standard-rated or zero-rated […]
How to Get a Tax Residency Certificate in Singapore 2025 – Avoid These Costly Mistakes
A TRC / Tax Residency Certificate in Singapore — officially known as a Certificate of Residence (COR) — is an official document issued by the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS). The COR certifies that either an individual or a company is a “tax resident” of Singapore for a specific calendar year. The COR is […]
Open a Business Bank Account in Singapore 2025 – Risk Free Complete Guide
Opening a business bank account in Singapore is a critical step for any company operating in the city–state. A dedicated corporate bank account keeps business finances separate from personal ones, making it easier to manage cash flow, record expenses and income, and properly handle taxes. For companies with international operations, having a Singapore‑based business bank […]
Heba, Gift Deed & Will Registration in Singapore 2025 – How to Register Hiba, Gift Deed & Will
If you are living in Singapore or hold assets there and you want to ensure your wealth and property are transferred in accordance with your wishes, either during your lifetime or after your death, you need to understand the difference between a Hiba (gift), a Deed of Gift, and a Will. At Dewey & LeBoeuf […]
Power of Attorney in Singapore 2025 – Complete Legal Guide
Power of Attorney (POA) in Singapore is a legal instrument that allows a person — the “donor” — to appoint another person — the “donee” or “attorney” — to act on their behalf. The donee can handle a variety of legal or financial matters, such as signing documents, managing property, dealing with banking or investments, […]
Land Registration Process in Singapore 2025 – Avoid Costly Mistakes with This Process
The land registration structure in Singapore is designed to provide clarity, security, and legal certainty to property owners, buyers, lenders, and investors. The system is overseen by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA), which maintains and governs the mechanisms for registering land. In Singapore there are effectively two systems under which land may be registered: Over […]
Property Registration Process in Singapore 2025 – Avoid Costly Mistakes with This Process
The property registration process in Singapore is known for being well-structured, transparent, and legally secure. Whether you are a foreign investor, a first-time homebuyer, or a business acquiring commercial property, understanding how property registration works is essential for avoiding costly errors and ensuring full compliance with Singapore’s strict regulations. Singapore’s real estate market has remained […]
Family Sponsorship in Singapore 2025 – Eligibility, Costs & Timeline
Family sponsorship in Singapore refers to the legal process by which a resident or foreigner working in Singapore sponsors close family members — such as a spouse, children, or sometimes parents — to live with them in Singapore. This can rely on a valid work pass (like Employment Pass (EP), S Pass, Personalised Employment Pass […]
LLC Company Formation in Singapore 2025 – Risk Free Complete Guide
LLC Company Formation in Singapore has become one of the most popular choices for entrepreneurs, global investors and businesses expanding into Asia’s most advanced business hub. Singapore offers a world-class regulatory system, political stability, attractive tax structure and a globally respected business environment. Whether you are a startup founder, a foreign investor or a growing […]