WhatsApp quoteSingapore 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. GoldenKey helps UAE residents and international company owners register a Private Limited Company (Pte. Ltd.) in Singapore through the ACRA (Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority). Typical examples of this activity include wedding photographer, product photography, drone videography (with GCAA permit) and real estate photography, which can usually sit together on one Singapore licence. Photography & Videography in Singapore means commercial, wedding, product and real estate photography and videography, and it is licensed as a professional activity.
Why Singapore
GoldenKey works with licensed corporate service providers in Singapore and remains your single point of contact throughout. 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 licensed photography & videography in Singapore for clients ranging from solo founders to groups opening a regional branch, so we know which sub-activities to list.
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
You provide passports, proof of address and the information required by the Singapore registrar; GoldenKey prepares the forms. Your portal shows the status of this step for photography & videography in Singapore in real time.
Step 3Incorporation
Our Singapore partner files the incorporation and the registrar issues the certificate, typically within 1 to 3 business days once paperwork are in order.
Step 4Banking and compliance
On the ground, we introduce banks that accept Singapore companies and set up the annual filing calendar. This is also the point at which we answer any question specific to photography & videography in Singapore.
Documents required
For photography & videography in Singapore the registrar asks for the following papers, and we tell you exactly how each must be formatted.
- Proof of address
- Business description
- Passport copies
- Bank reference
- Portfolio
Pricing
Pricing for photography & videography in Singapore depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. From day one, the figures below for photography & videography in Singapore are updated by GoldenKey whenever the authority changes its fees, so the price you see is the current one.
| 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
Since 2021, most mainland activities have allowed 100% foreign ownership, and free zones have always offered it, so photography & videography in Singapore no longer requires a local partner. Residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes photography & videography in Singapore a route to relocation as well as a business decision.
Why GoldenKey
GoldenKey is based in Ajman Free Zone and has helped founders from more than 60 countries with photography & videography in Singapore, so the paperwork, approvals and timing hold no surprises for us. GoldenKey's consultants have handled photography & videography in Singapore for traders, consultants, tech founders and family offices, which gives us a realistic view of what each authority approves quickly. We speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for photography & videography in Singapore.
To be clear, ready to start? Send us a WhatsApp message with your nationality, the activity you have in mind and the number of visas you need, and we will reply shortly with a written quotation for photography & videography in Singapore.
Frequently asked questions
What are the annual obligations for a Singapore company?
From day one, annual returns, accounts and tax filings vary by jurisdiction; GoldenKey provides a compliance calendar and local accounting support.
Do I need to travel to Singapore to incorporate?
In most cases no. Incorporation is handled by our local partner under a power of attorney. Some banks in Singapore require a video or in-person meeting.
Can my UAE company own the Singapore company?
It can. A UAE free zone or mainland company can be the shareholder, which is a common structure for groups operating in both markets.
Is photography & videography allowed in Singapore?
In our experience, photography & Videography can be carried out through a Private Limited Company (Pte. Ltd.) in Singapore, subject to any sector licensing there. {brand} confirms the activity classification with our Singapore partner before incorporation.
Which licence type covers photography & videography?
Photography & Videography is classified as a professional activity, and GoldenKey selects the exact activity code so your licence matches what you actually do.
