WhatsApp quoteTo be clear, singapore company formation takes 1 to 3 working days once documents are in order, and GoldenKey coordinates the local agents, documents and bank introductions from Ajman. Just as important, the tax position in Singapore is clear: 17% headline corporate tax with partial exemptions for new companies, no capital gains tax and no dividend withholding tax. The most common businesses Norwegians open through GoldenKey are in oil and gas services, maritime, seafood exports and renewable energy, although Singapore supports almost any activity. Norwegians are a community concentrated in energy, maritime and seafood trading, so the Singapore authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Norwegian applications every day and process them without hesitation.
Why Singapore
For most clients, reasons company owners choose Singapore include asia's most trusted jurisdiction, strong banks and fintech ecosystem, 80+ double tax treaties and english-language common law. Requirements for a Singapore company are at least one resident director (GoldenKey arranges a nominee), a company secretary within six months and a registered Singapore address. GoldenKey has prepared Singapore files for Norwegian customers in oil and gas services, maritime, seafood exports and renewable energy, which means we know which Norway documents need attestation and which can be submitted as plain copies.
How Singapore works with GoldenKey
Step 1Structure and name check
GoldenKey checks the proposed name and structure against the ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority)'s rules.
Step 2KYC and documents
To be clear, you provide passports, address proof and the information the Singapore registrar requires; GoldenKey prepares the forms. For a Singapore company for Norwegians, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
Step 3Incorporation
On the ground, our Singapore partner files the incorporation and the registrar issues the certificate, typically within 1 to 3 working days once papers are in order.
Step 4Banking and compliance
We introduce banks that accept Singapore companies and set up the annual filing calendar. If the authority raises a query on a Singapore company for Norwegians at this stage, we handle it the same day.
Documents required
Here is what you will need for a Singapore company for Norwegians; GoldenKey checks every item before submission.
- A bank statement from your Norway bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Passport copies
- A police clearance certificate from Norway if the activity or the Golden Visa category requires it
- Business description
- A passport issued by Norway with at least six months' validity
- Bank reference
Pricing
Use the table below to compare packages for a Singapore company for Norwegians; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation. Just as important, pricing for a Singapore company for Norwegians depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated.
| GoldenKey service fee | AED 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Official fees (approx.) | AED 1,500 |
| Approximate total | AED 9,500 |
Fees in AED; official Singapore fees collected in SGD at prevailing rate
Request this servicePrices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-07.
Why the UAE
From day one, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies a Singapore company for Norwegians for international company owners. On the ground, the UAE sits within an eight-hour flight of two-thirds of the world's population, and that is why so many business owners choose it as a base for a Singapore company for Norwegians.
Why GoldenKey
As we tell every client, after your Singapore licence is issued, the same team handles renewals, visa additions, amendments and tax registrations, so you never have to explain your business twice. We speak the languages our customers speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for a Singapore company for Norwegians. GoldenKey's consultants have handled a Singapore company for Norwegians for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly.
Prefer to visit? Our Ajman office welcomes walk-ins during working hours, and we can also meet you in Dubai or Sharjah by appointment to discuss a Singapore company for Norwegians.
Frequently asked questions
What are the annual obligations for a Singapore company?
Annual returns, accounts and tax filings vary by jurisdiction; GoldenKey provides a compliance calendar and local accounting support.
Can my UAE company own the Singapore company?
Absolutely. A UAE free zone or mainland company can be the shareholder, which is a common structure for groups operating in both markets.
How does Singapore compare with a UAE free zone?
Each serves different markets. GoldenKey usually recommends the UAE as the operating base and Singapore where you have customers, suppliers or treaty benefits there.
Can a Norwegian citizen own 100% of a company in Singapore?
Yes. Norwegians can own the full share capital of a Singapore company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Norway and the UAE?
The UAE has double taxation agreements with more than 130 countries. Whether Norway is covered and how it applies to you depends on the current treaty position, which GoldenKey checks with a tax adviser before you rely on it.
