OCTIS vs ACRA vs Sleek vs Osome: register a Singapore company
What it costs to register, who files, and what you still need to arrange yourself.
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Otty's short answer
Registering yourself costs S$375 in government fees (S$315 ACRA registration per its fee page, plus a S$60 first annual return as Sleek and Osome list it) but you must find a corporate secretary within 6 months. Sleek lists S$600 all-in with 12 months of secretary service. Osome lists company registration with a secretary from S$600. A foreign founder also needs a Singapore-resident director or a nominee. Pick DIY for a simple local setup, an agent for speed.
Side by side
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| What matters | OCTISHong Kong company + OCTIS global plan | Register yourself (ACRA) | Sleek | Osome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headline price | At least 10% below any qualifying quote for a Hong Kong company (Lowest Price Guarantee) | S$375 government fees | S$600, ex GST | From S$600 |
| Registration fee to ACRA | Hong Kong Companies Registry fee included | S$315 | S$315 included | S$315 included |
| First annual return fee | First-year business registration included | S$60 (reported; check ACRA) | S$60 included | S$60 included |
| Corporate secretary | First-year company secretary included | Find your own in 6 months | 12 months included | Included in secretary plan |
| Who files with ACRA | OCTIS arranges the filing with its licensed secretary partner | You, on BizFile+ | Sleek expert | Osome, registered filing agent |
| Local director required | No residency needed: 1 individual director, anywhere | Yes, 1 resident | Yes, 1 resident | Yes, 1 resident |
| Registered address | Hong Kong registered office address required; priced 10–30% below your current bill | You provide | In S$2,000 plan | Arranged by Osome |
| Bank account help | International multi-currency account via licensed partners | None | Up to S$550 back via Airwallex | Aspire, Airwallex, WorldFirst |
| Accounting add-on | Bookkeeping and filings by OCTIS accountants | Not offered | S$1,600 plan with bookkeeping, tax | From S$75 per month |
| Minimum paid-up capital | No minimum capital | S$1 | S$1 | S$1 |
If you have staff, premises or local sales in this country, its own registration and tax rules still apply. OCTIS can help you arrange them.
Data sources & disclaimer: Comparison data was compiled from publicly available sources — including the competitors' own published pricing and feature pages — captured on 9 November 2026. Figures reflect the typical or advertised pricing at that time and may have changed since; plans, inclusions and prices vary by provider, region and promotion. OCTIS is independent and not affiliated with the named companies; all trademarks belong to their respective owners. This comparison is provided in good faith for general information only and is not professional, legal or financial advice — please verify current details with each provider before deciding.
Which one fits you
OCTIS · Hong Kong company + OCTIS global plan
Choose OCTIS if you sell to customers in several countries and want a Hong Kong company, accounts, banking and CRM in one place, run from anywhere.
Register yourself (ACRA)
Choose self-registration if you live in Singapore, have a resident director, know a secretary and want to pay only government fees.
Sleek
Choose Sleek if you want a bundled price with a named secretary, a registered address option and accounting in higher plans.
Osome
Choose Osome if you want registration with a secretary and a monthly accounting subscription from one provider.
What the table does not show
What registering yourself involves
ACRA's fee page lists S$15 for the name application and S$300 for company setup, S$315 in all. Sleek and Osome both list a further S$60 government fee for the annual return, so S$375, plus a corporate secretary you must appoint within 6 months and your own time on BizFile+. Osome's FAQ lists the requirements: at least one shareholder, one locally resident director, a corporate secretary, a registered Singapore address and S$1 minimum paid-up capital. ACRA's annual return fee was not on a page we could read, so confirm it on ACRA before you pay.
What agents include
Sleek's Founder Launch Kit is S$600 excluding GST: S$375 of government fees and S$225 to Sleek, with a named secretary for 12 months, AGM prep and the annual return. Its S$1,600 Compliance plan adds bookkeeping and the corporate tax return, and its S$2,000 plan adds a registered address and mailroom. Osome lists Incorporation plus Secretary at S$600 with the S$315 and S$60 government fees included, and accounting plans from S$75 per month billed S$898 a year.
Foreign founders
Foreigners can own 100% of a Singapore company, according to Osome, but at least one director must be ordinarily resident in Singapore. A nominee director is the usual fix. Sleek lists nominee director prices separately, and Osome's foreigner package includes one. Opening a bank account afterwards is a separate approval. Both agents point to Aspire, Airwallex or WorldFirst, and approval stays with the provider.
Where OCTIS fits
Choosing where to set up is a bigger call than the filing fee. OCTIS sells incorporation, company secretary and accounting in Malaysia and Hong Kong only, so it does not register Singapore companies. If you are deciding between a Singapore company and a Malaysian or Hong Kong one, OCTIS can set up and run the Malaysian or Hong Kong side and keep its books so they consolidate with a Singapore subsidiary. Ask about 10–30% off your current bill.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to register a company in Singapore?
Government fees are S$315 to register (ACRA's fee page) and S$60 for the first annual return (as Sleek and Osome list it), S$375 in total. Agents bundle those fees. Sleek lists S$600 including a secretary. Osome lists from S$600. Prices exclude GST at Sleek, so check the invoice.
Can a foreigner register a company in Singapore without living there?
Yes, foreigners can own 100% of a Singapore company. At least one director must be ordinarily resident in Singapore, which a nominee director service can supply. Osome's foreigner package includes a nominee director. Sleek lists nominee director prices separately.
Do I need a corporate secretary in Singapore?
Yes. Sleek says a secretary must be appointed within 6 months of incorporation if you register yourself. Its Founder Launch Kit includes one for 12 months. Osome lists a corporate secretary among the requirements and in its Incorporation plus Secretary plan.
How long does Singapore company registration take?
Sleek says its registrations go live in 1 to 3 days. Osome says 1 to 3 business days once documents are ready, and quicker for simple applications. ACRA's own processing time was not available on the pages we could read.
Is Sleek or Osome cheaper?
Both list S$600 headline prices that include the S$315 ACRA fee. Sleek's S$600 also includes the S$60 annual return and 12 months of secretary service. Osome's pages list accounting from S$75 per month. Compare scope, not just headline price.
Sources
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