Our Service Lines
Three Defined Services for Singapore Tax Matters
Each service line is clearly scoped, priced on a fixed basis, and concludes with a written advisory report.
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How We Structure Advisory Engagements
Each of our services begins with a clear intake process. Before the advisory session takes place, we confirm the scope of the matter, identify the information required, and ensure the appropriate service line has been selected.
During the advisory session — conducted in person or via video call — the adviser works through the relevant legislation and applies it to the client's specific circumstances. The session is followed by a written report that documents the analysis, findings, and recommendations.
Fact-Finding
We identify what information is needed and request it in advance.
Advisory Session
In-person or via video call, tailored to the client's circumstances.
Written Report
A structured document with analysis and recommended actions.
Follow-Up
Questions within the scope of the engagement are addressed.
Service 01
Personal Income Tax Planning
S$180 per advisory session
Advisory on personal income tax matters under Singapore's Income Tax Act. The service covers assessment of taxable income, identification of applicable reliefs and deductions, and planning considerations for individuals with employment income, investment returns, or overseas-sourced income.
The service is designed for salaried professionals seeking to understand their annual assessment, business owners drawing director's fees or dividends, and expatriates navigating Singapore's tax residency rules for the first time or following a change in circumstances.
What the Advisory Covers
- Assessment of taxable income from all sources
- Identification of available reliefs (earned income, parent, SRS contributions)
- Tax residency status and its practical implications
- Planning for overseas-sourced income and remittance
- Employment vs self-employment income distinctions
- Written summary report with recommended actions
Engagement Steps
- 01Contact us with a brief description of your situation
- 02We confirm the service scope and request relevant documents (Notice of Assessment, employment contracts, overseas income details)
- 03Advisory session — approximately 60–90 minutes
- 04Written summary report delivered within 3 business days
This Service Is Suitable For
- Singapore citizens and permanent residents reviewing their annual tax position
- Expatriates arriving in or departing from Singapore
- Self-employed professionals and freelancers
- Individuals with investment income or rental property
This Service Is Suitable For
- SMEs reviewing their current corporate structure
- Groups with intercompany transactions or holding arrangements
- Businesses with cross-border operations or income
- Companies seeking to organise tax affairs before significant growth
Service 02
Corporate Tax Structuring
S$400 per engagement
Strategic advisory on corporate tax planning for businesses operating under Singapore's corporate tax framework. The service covers the structuring of business operations, intercompany transactions, and holding arrangements, with particular attention to the provisions that govern group taxation and cross-border activities.
The engagement is designed for SMEs and mid-sized enterprises that wish to organise their tax affairs in a considered and compliant manner — not to pursue aggressive positions, but to ensure that the legitimate provisions available under Singapore's tax framework are properly understood and appropriately applied.
What the Advisory Covers
- Partial tax exemption scheme — eligibility and application
- Group relief provisions and loss utilisation
- Withholding tax obligations on payments to non-residents
- Treaty-based planning for cross-border income flows
- Holding structure considerations for tax efficiency
- Written advisory with implementation recommendations
Engagement Steps
- 01Initial enquiry and scope confirmation
- 02Document request — financial statements, corporate structure overview
- 03Advisory session — approximately 90–120 minutes
- 04Written advisory report delivered within 5 business days
Service 03
GST Registration & Compliance Advisory
S$690 per engagement
A comprehensive advisory and support service covering all aspects of Goods and Services Tax relevant to businesses in Singapore. The engagement addresses voluntary and compulsory registration, input tax recovery, the reverse charge mechanism, overseas vendor registration, and preparation for GST audits.
The service is relevant for businesses approaching the registration threshold who need to understand their obligations before they arise, as well as established GST-registered entities that wish to review their compliance posture in light of recent rate changes or administrative updates from IRAS.
What the Advisory Covers
- Compliance health check — review of current GST practices
- Voluntary and compulsory registration assessment
- Input tax recovery — eligibility, apportionment, and claims
- Reverse charge and imported services
- Overseas vendor registration scheme
- GST audit preparation and response to IRAS queries
- Ongoing compliance framework recommendations
Engagement Steps
- 01Initial enquiry and scope confirmation
- 02Document request — existing GST returns, invoices, contracts
- 03Compliance health check and advisory session
- 04Written advisory and compliance framework report within 5–7 business days
This Service Is Suitable For
- Businesses approaching S$1 million annual taxable turnover
- Registered businesses reviewing compliance after rate changes
- Digital service providers subject to overseas vendor registration
- Businesses that have received or expect an IRAS audit
Service Comparison
Choosing the Right Service
Use this table to identify which service line is most relevant to your situation.
| Feature | Personal Tax S$180 |
Corporate Tax S$400 |
GST Advisory S$690 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advisory session | |||
| Written advisory report | |||
| Compliance health check | |||
| IRAS registration support | |||
| Cross-border / treaty advisory | |||
| Suitable for | Individuals & expats | SMEs & corporates | All GST-registered & pre-registration businesses |
Across All Services
Consistent Standards Across Every Engagement
Strict Confidentiality
All client information is held in confidence and not shared without consent, in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable Singapore law.
Compliant Recommendations
All recommendations align with current IRAS guidance and the applicable statutory framework. We do not advise on positions that are inconsistent with the legislation.
Current Legislation
Our advisers monitor legislative updates and IRAS guidance on an ongoing basis, so advice reflects the law as it currently stands — not last year's position.
Ready to Begin
Send Us a Description of Your Matter
We will confirm which service line is appropriate, outline what documents would be helpful, and arrange a time that suits you.
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