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11 Best Corporate Secretarial Services in Singapore (October 2026)

Honest reviews of the 11 best corporate secretarial services in Singapore for 2026, with pricing, strengths, and who each provider suits best.

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Every company registered in Singapore must appoint a corporate secretary within six months of incorporation. That is not a suggestion. It is a legal requirement under Section 171 of the Companies Act, and failing to comply can result in fines of up to S$5,000. Yet I regularly speak with business owners who treat this appointment as an afterthought, picking the cheapest option they find on Google without understanding what they are actually paying for.

The reality is that your corporate secretary handles the compliance backbone of your business: annual returns with ACRA, board resolutions, statutory registers, AGM coordination, and the filings that keep your company in good legal standing. Get it wrong, and you are looking at late filing penalties, struck-off notices, and the kind of compliance mess that costs far more to fix than it ever would have cost to prevent.

I spent the past few weeks researching the best corporate secretarial services in Singapore for 2026, comparing pricing structures, verifying ACRA registration under the new Corporate Service Providers Act 2024, reading real client reviews, and testing responsiveness. This list covers 11 providers across different price points and business stages, from budget-friendly digital platforms at S$199 per year to enterprise-grade firms serving SGX-listed companies at S$3,000+. Whether you are incorporating your first company or managing a multi-entity group, there is a provider here that fits.

What does a corporate secretary in Singapore actually do?

A corporate secretary in Singapore is responsible for ensuring your company meets its statutory obligations under the Companies Act and ACRA regulations. At a minimum, that includes maintaining your company's statutory registers (register of members, register of directors, register of charges), preparing and filing annual returns with ACRA via BizFile+, organising and minuting board meetings and AGMs, and lodging changes to company officers, share structure, or constitution within the required 14-day window.

Beyond the basics, most corporate secretarial providers handle:

  • Company incorporation including name reservation, ACRA registration, and constitutional setup
  • Share transfers and allotments with the corresponding ACRA filings and stamp duty coordination
  • Registered office address if you do not have a qualifying Singapore address
  • Compliance calendar management so you never miss a filing deadline
  • Ad-hoc resolutions for changes like appointing or removing directors, changing your financial year end, or updating your company constitution

One major regulatory change to know about: since 9 June 2025, all firms providing corporate secretarial services in Singapore must be registered as Corporate Service Providers (CSPs) with ACRA under the new CSP Act 2024. Operating without registration carries a fine of up to S$50,000 and potential imprisonment. When choosing a provider, verify their CSP registration status on the ACRA BizFile+ portal before signing anything.

How the best corporate secretarial services in Singapore compare

FirmBest forPricing
BoardroomSGX-listed companies, pre-IPO firms, and multi-jurisdictional corporate groupsFrom approximately S$1,000 to S$3,000+/year (custom quotes)
TricorMulti-entity businesses with operations across Asia needing coordinated complianceFrom approximately S$1,000 to S$3,000+/year (custom quotes)
SleekForeign entrepreneurs incorporating a Singapore company remotelyCorporate secretary from S$300/year; resident incorporation pack S$650; non-resident pack S$2,200
OsomeTech-savvy startup founders who prefer managing compliance via a chat-based appFrom S$600/year (local founders); S$3,772/year (Fully Compliant for non-residents)
VIVOSFounders, local or foreign, who want the first year of incorporation and company secretary priced upfrontCorporate secretary from S$800/year; local incorporation from S$615 plus S$315 ACRA fees (published, before GST)
3E AccountingFirst-time entrepreneurs seeking affordable incorporation with corporate secretary includedIncorporation packages from approximately S$315 (government fee) with bundled corporate secretary; annual secretary fees in the S$300 to S$500 range
CountoSMEs wanting AI-assisted corporate secretarial with completely transparent pricingFrom S$270/year; past filings S$300 each
HeySaraLow-activity companies and dormant entities needing basic compliance at the lowest costFrom S$199/year (Digital Plan); higher tiers available for more inclusive service
Rikvin (InCorp Group)Foreign entrepreneurs needing both work visa support and corporate secretary from one providerCustom quotes (mid-range, contact for details)
RSM Stone ForestMid-market companies needing corporate secretary aligned with their audit firmFrom approximately S$999 to S$3,000+/year (custom quotes)
Excellence SingaporeGrowing SMEs (S$1M to S$50M revenue) wanting accounting, tax, and secretarial from one providerBundled packages from S$600 to S$1,500/year including corporate secretary, accounting, and tax

1. Boardroom - best for SGX-listed and pre-IPO companies

Founded in 1968, Boardroom is one of the largest corporate services providers in Asia-Pacific, with approximately 600 staff in Singapore alone. They service over half of all SGX-listed companies, which tells you exactly where their expertise sits. If your company is listed, preparing for an IPO, or operating across multiple jurisdictions, Boardroom offers the governance infrastructure and regulatory depth that smaller providers simply cannot match.

Best for
SGX-listed companies, pre-IPO firms, and multi-jurisdictional corporate groups.
Standout strength
Services over half of SGX-listed companies across 14 countries with full share registry and governance advisory capabilities.
Pricing
From approximately S$1,000 to S$3,000+/year (custom quotes).

2. Tricor - best for multi-jurisdiction compliance across Asia

Tricor is the largest dedicated corporate secretarial provider in Asia, operating across 49 cities in 22 countries with over 3,000 professionals. In Singapore, they have been operating for over 15 years and hold ISAE 3402 certification and ISO 27001 compliance, which matters if your industry requires verifiable internal controls over financial reporting. For businesses with entities across Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, and beyond, Tricor offers the rare advantage of coordinating secretarial compliance across all jurisdictions through a single provider.

Best for
Multi-entity businesses with operations across Asia needing coordinated compliance.
Standout strength
Asia's largest corporate secretarial provider with presence in 22 countries and ISAE 3402 certification.
Pricing
From approximately S$1,000 to S$3,000+/year (custom quotes).

3. Sleek - best for foreign founders incorporating remotely

If you are a non-resident entrepreneur setting up a Singapore company from overseas, Sleek has built their entire platform around making that process painless. Everything is 100% online: company incorporation, corporate secretary appointment, nominee director provision, registered office address, bank account opening support, and ongoing compliance. You can go from zero to fully incorporated Singapore company without ever setting foot in the country, and Sleek handles the ACRA filings, constitution preparation, and initial board resolutions as part of the package.

Best for
Foreign entrepreneurs incorporating a Singapore company remotely.
Standout strength
Fully online incorporation and compliance platform with nominee director and registered address bundled for non-residents.
Pricing
Corporate secretary from S$300/year; resident incorporation pack S$650; non-resident pack S$2,200.
Website
sleek.com/sg

4. Osome - best for startups that prefer chat-based service

Osome takes a different approach to corporate secretarial: instead of email chains and PDF forms, everything runs through a chat interface. You open the app, type your request (whether it is a director change, share allotment, or annual return query), and an assigned expert handles it. The platform combines AI-assisted workflows with human review, which means routine tasks get processed quickly while complex changes still go through qualified professionals.

Best for
Tech-savvy startup founders who prefer managing compliance via a chat-based app.
Standout strength
Chat-based platform with unlimited officer changes and automated compliance reminders included in all plans.
Pricing
From S$600/year (local founders); S$3,772/year (Fully Compliant for non-residents).
Website
osome.com/sg

5. VIVOS - best for founders who want the first year priced upfront

VIVOS Pte. Ltd. is a corporate service provider at 14B Stanley Street, Singapore 068733, set up in 2024. It's one of the newest firms on this list, and one of the few that publishes what it charges. VIVOS is an ACRA Registered Filing Agent (FA20240323) and also holds a MOM employment agency licence (24S2425), so a foreign founder's work pass can be filed by the same firm that keeps the company's records.

Its corporate secretary service is S$800 a year and covers the statutory registers, including the Register of Registrable Controllers, the annual return and AGM filings, board resolutions and dealing with ACRA. Incorporating a local company is S$615, which includes the name application, ACRA registration, the company constitution and a registered address for the first year, plus S$315 in fees paid to ACRA. Together that's S$1,730 for a new local company's first year, before GST. If you'd rather keep the books with the same firm, accounting starts at S$250 a month.

The trade-off is track record. VIVOS has been operating since 2024, so it has far fewer years behind it than Boardroom, Tricor or RSM Stone Forest, and it isn't built for SGX-listed governance or a group with companies in several countries. For a founder setting up a new company, and especially a foreign founder who also needs an Employment Pass, a firm that prices the first year in full before you start and handles the company and the pass together is a sensible pick.

Website: vivos.com.sg
Best for: Founders, local or foreign, who want the first year of incorporation and company secretary priced upfront.
Pricing: Corporate secretary from S$800/year; local company incorporation from S$615 plus S$315 ACRA fees (published, October 2026, before GST).
Contact: VIVOS Pte. Ltd., 14B Stanley Street, Singapore 068733, +65 8827 7870, vivos.com.sg
Standout strength: Published fees, from an ACRA Registered Filing Agent (FA20240323) that is also a MOM-licensed employment agency (24S2425).

Contact VIVOS directly

6. 3E Accounting - best for budget-conscious first-time incorporations

3E Accounting has built a strong reputation since 2011 by offering corporate services at price points that new businesses can actually afford. Their name stands for efficiency, effectiveness, and economy, and their pricing reflects that positioning. They include corporate secretary services as part of their incorporation packages, which means you get your company registered and your compliance obligations handled from day one without paying separately for each service.

Best for
First-time entrepreneurs seeking affordable incorporation with corporate secretary included.
Standout strength
Established since 2011 with consistently positive Trustpilot reviews for affordability and responsiveness.
Pricing
Incorporation packages from approximately S$315 (government fee) with bundled corporate secretary; annual secretary fees in the S$300 to S$500 range.
Website
3ecpa.com.sg

7. Counto - best for AI-powered efficiency and transparent pricing

Founded by two computer engineers, Counto approaches corporate secretarial with a technology-first mindset that sets it apart from traditional providers. Their AI assistant, Jasmine, handles initial intake for secretarial requests, guiding you to provide the right documents and verifying information in real time before passing requests to their in-house team for final review and filing. This AI-plus-human model eliminates the back-and-forth emails that typically drag out simple tasks like director changes or address updates.

Best for
SMEs wanting AI-assisted corporate secretarial with completely transparent pricing.
Standout strength
AI assistant handles intake and verification in real time, with a strict no-hidden-fees pricing policy.
Pricing
From S$270/year; past filings S$300 each.
Website
counto.sg

8. HeySara - best for the lowest annual fee

At S$199 per year, HeySara offers the most affordable corporate secretary plan I found in this research. That price point is designed for digitally-savvy founders who need statutory compliance covered without extras they will not use. Their Digital Plan includes maintenance of statutory registers, preparation of board resolutions, annual return filing, and compliance tracking, which is everything a small company needs to stay on the right side of ACRA.

Best for
Low-activity companies and dormant entities needing basic compliance at the lowest cost.
Standout strength
Supported 2,000+ companies with a 4.8-star rating and the most affordable base price in the market.
Pricing
From S$199/year (Digital Plan); higher tiers available for more inclusive service.
Website
heysara.sg

9. Rikvin (InCorp Group) - best for immigration and corporate services bundled

Established in 1998 and now part of the InCorp Group, Rikvin has spent over 25 years building a corporate services practice that covers the full lifecycle of a Singapore business. What makes them distinct from other providers on this list is their deep expertise in immigration services alongside corporate secretarial. If you need an Employment Pass, EntrePass, or S Pass in addition to your company secretary, Rikvin handles both under one roof, which eliminates the coordination headaches of working with separate immigration and corporate service providers.

Best for
Foreign entrepreneurs needing both work visa support and corporate secretary from one provider.
Standout strength
25+ years of combined immigration and corporate services expertise under the InCorp Group.
Pricing
Custom quotes (mid-range, contact for details).
Website
rikvin.com

10. RSM Stone Forest - best for audit-ready mid-market companies

RSM Stone Forest operates one of the largest corporate secretarial practices in Singapore through their CorpServe division. Being part of the RSM global network (the sixth-largest audit and accounting network in the world) gives them a specific advantage: companies that need both audit and corporate secretarial services from the same ecosystem can benefit from seamless information flow between their auditors and their company secretary. For businesses approaching the audit threshold (revenue above S$10 million, assets above S$10 million, or more than 50 employees), that alignment matters.

Best for
Mid-market companies needing corporate secretary aligned with their audit firm.
Standout strength
Part of the RSM global network with 10-year-plus client retention and seamless audit-secretarial integration.
Pricing
From approximately S$999 to S$3,000+/year (custom quotes).

11. Excellence Singapore - best for growing SMEs needing a full-service partner

Excellence Singapore takes the "one provider for everything" approach and executes it well for SMEs in the S$1 million to S$50 million revenue range. They bundle corporate secretarial with accounting, tax filing, GST returns, payroll, and incorporation under one roof, and the key benefit of that model is simple: your secretary knows your financials, your accountant knows your corporate actions, and nothing falls through the gaps that open up when you use three separate providers who never talk to each other.

Best for
Growing SMEs (S$1M to S$50M revenue) wanting accounting, tax, and secretarial from one provider.
Standout strength
Integrated model where your secretary and accountant share context, eliminating the coordination gaps of separate providers.
Pricing
Bundled packages from S$600 to S$1,500/year including corporate secretary, accounting, and tax.

How to choose the right corporate secretary in Singapore

Picking a corporate secretary is not like choosing a web hosting plan where you can switch with a few clicks. Transferring your secretarial records, statutory registers, and filing history to a new provider is a time-consuming process that most business owners prefer to avoid. Getting it right the first time saves headaches. Here is what to evaluate:

  1. Verify CSP registration. Since June 2025, every firm providing corporate secretarial services must be a registered Corporate Service Provider with ACRA. Check their status on the BizFile+ portal before engaging. Operating without registration is a criminal offence carrying fines up to S$50,000.
  2. Match the provider to your complexity. A two-person startup does not need Boardroom. A pre-IPO company does not need a S$199 digital plan. Be honest about your actual compliance needs: how many filings per year, how often your corporate structure changes, and whether you need advisory support or just execution.
  3. Understand what is included versus add-on. The cheapest annual fees often cover only routine compliance. Director changes, share transfers, constitutional amendments, and ad-hoc resolutions may come with separate charges. Ask for a clear breakdown of what triggers additional fees before committing.
  4. Check responsiveness, not just price. A missed ACRA deadline costs more than the difference between a S$300 and S$600 annual fee. Read reviews specifically about response times and deadline management. A provider who files your annual return two days before the penalty date is not one you want managing your compliance.
  5. Consider your growth trajectory. If you plan to raise funding, expand overseas, or restructure within the next two years, choose a provider that can handle those events rather than one you will need to outgrow. Switching providers mid-restructuring is painful and expensive.
  6. Evaluate the technology. Digital dashboards, automated reminders, and e-signature capabilities are not luxuries anymore. They are basic expectations. If a provider still relies on email attachments and wet-ink signatures for routine filings, their operations may be slower than you need.

If you are also evaluating accounting firms alongside your corporate secretary, I wrote a separate guide to the best accounting firms in Singapore that covers pricing and specialities across 10 firms. Many providers on both lists overlap, and bundling both services with one provider often delivers better coordination and lower total cost.

How much do corporate secretarial services cost in Singapore?

Corporate secretarial services in Singapore typically cost between S$199 and S$3,000+ per year, with the price determined by your company's complexity, the provider's market positioning, and whether you need basic compliance or full governance advisory. Here is a realistic breakdown by tier:

  • Budget tier (S$199 to S$400/year): Digital-first platforms like HeySara, Counto, and 3E Accounting. Covers routine annual returns, statutory register maintenance, and basic ACRA filings. Best for dormant companies, low-activity entities, and startups with simple structures. Additional fees apply for non-routine work.
  • Mid-range tier (S$400 to S$1,000/year): Providers like Sleek, Osome, VIVOS, and Excellence Singapore. Typically bundled with incorporation or accounting services. Includes more comprehensive support, digital dashboards, and a wider scope of included filings. Suits growing SMEs with moderate compliance needs.
  • Premium tier (S$1,000 to S$3,000+/year): Firms like Boardroom, Tricor, and RSM Stone Forest. Named company secretaries, governance advisory, share registry management, and multi-jurisdictional coordination. Built for listed companies, pre-IPO firms, and complex corporate groups.

A common mistake is comparing headline prices without reading the fine print. A S$199 plan that charges S$150 for each director change will cost more than a S$500 plan that includes unlimited changes if you make three or four changes per year. Always calculate your likely total annual spend based on your actual filing activity, not just the base retainer.

Can I be my own corporate secretary?

Only if you are not the sole director of your company. Under the Companies Act, the sole director of a company cannot simultaneously serve as the company secretary. If your company has two or more directors, one of them can take on the secretary role, provided they are a Singapore resident (citizen, permanent resident, or valid work pass holder). In practice, most business owners outsource this role because the compliance workload is tedious and the penalties for errors are steep.

What happens if I do not appoint a corporate secretary?

You have six months from the date of incorporation to make the appointment. After that, the company and every officer in default are liable to a fine of up to S$5,000 for each day the position remains vacant. ACRA actively monitors compliance, and persistent non-compliance can lead to your company being struck off the register.

How long does it take to switch corporate secretary providers?

The transfer itself (resigning the old secretary and appointing the new one via ACRA BizFile+) takes a few days. The time-consuming part is the handover of statutory records: minute books, registers, resolutions, and filing history. Allow two to four weeks for a clean handover, and ensure your new provider receives the complete set of records before the old appointment is formally terminated.

Do I still need a corporate secretary if my company is dormant?

Yes. The appointment requirement applies to all companies registered with ACRA, regardless of activity level. Dormant companies still need to file annual returns and hold AGMs (unless exempted as a private company). Providers like HeySara offer plans starting from S$199 per year specifically for low-activity and dormant entities.

What is the difference between a corporate secretary and a company secretary?

Nothing. The terms are used interchangeably in Singapore. "Company secretary" is the term used in the Companies Act, while "corporate secretary" and "corporate secretarial services" are the industry terms used by service providers. They refer to the same role and the same set of statutory obligations.

Choosing a corporate secretary is one of those decisions that does not feel important until something goes wrong. A missed filing, a late annual return, or an improperly maintained register can create compliance issues that are disproportionately expensive to fix. The 11 providers on this list cover the full spectrum, from S$199 digital plans for dormant companies to enterprise-grade governance for SGX-listed firms. Match the provider to your actual needs, verify their CSP registration, and invest the time to understand what is included before you sign.

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