What are the features of a Singapore public company (Ltd)?

A public company is a company with Ltd at the end of its name. There is no limit on the number of shareholders and it can offer shares to the public, but its disclosure and reporting obligations are heavier than those of a private company.

A company with more than 50 shareholders must operate as a public company, and to offer shares to the public it must separately meet MAS requirements such as a prospectus.

• If you are planning a listing or a large investment round: It is advisable to review in advance when to convert to a public company and the requirements.
• For general overseas expansion and subsidiaries: A private company (Pte. Ltd.) is sufficient.

For choosing the company form, you can request a consultation through the Lee Kim Alliance Contact page.

As of November 2026, source: ACRA