What documents are needed to set up a branch in Singapore?

You usually need certified copies of the parent company's certificate of incorporation and constitution, certified translations of any documents not in English, details of the parent company's directors, details of one locally resident agent, and a Singapore registered address.

ACRA requires the parent company's certificate of incorporation as a copy certified as a true copy of the original by the issuing authority or another authorised person, and documents not in English must be submitted with a certified English translation. A branch can only be registered through a registered filing agent (CSP).

• For a branch of a Korean parent company: The certificate of corporate registration and the articles of incorporation are notarised and translated, and documents identifying the beneficial owners are also required.
• Local agent (Authorised Representative): At least one, who must meet the local residency requirement.

Lee Kim Alliance provides a branch registration service.

As of November 2026, source: ACRA