Corporate services & expansion across Asia
Set up & scale your business in Asia
Independent guidance for international founders — then matched with exactly 3 vetted local providers. Live in Singapore & Hong Kong, with Southeast Asia coming next.
Company already set up? Get help opening a business account in Singapore or Hong Kong →
Providers on our vetted panel
Licensed corporate service providers we introduce founders to. We stay independent — they deliver the work.
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Registering a company in Singapore as a foreigner?
One guide, seven stages, every figure verified. Work through it in order or jump to where you are stuck.
- 01EligibilityCan I do this, and what is the one rule that applies to me?
- 02RequirementsWhat do I need to have ready before anyone can file?
- 03StructureWhich entity should I actually register?
- 04The processWhat happens between submitting and receiving a UEN?
- 05CostWhat will this really cost in year one, and who should I pay?
- 06Founder guidesWhat changes because of where I am from?
- 07After incorporationWhat do I have to do in the first year, and in what order?
Choose your jurisdiction
Singapore
The natural headquarters for Asian expansion
Explore Singapore →🇭🇰Hong Kong
Asia's gateway and a low-tax trading base
Explore Hong Kong →Southeast Asia
Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand & the Philippines — market guides now, full setup soon.
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Tier-1 jurisdictions — Singapore & Hong Kong
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Vetted providers per match — no more, no less
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To your matched shortlist
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Independent — we're never the provider
Services in every hub
All services →Company Incorporation
Register your company — 100% foreign-owned, done remotely
Corporate Secretary
Stay compliant with a qualified company secretary
Tax, Accounting & Audit
Books, tax filing and the audit your jurisdiction requires
Most requestedBusiness Account Opening
Traditional bank or digital platform — get your company account-ready, remotely where possible
Visas & Immigration
Relocate and hire — the right pass for founders and staff
Compliance & Annual Filings
Never miss a deadline in either jurisdiction
Business account opening
The step foreign founders underestimate — sorted for Singapore & Hong Kong
Banks scrutinise foreign-owned companies, and timelines run from days to months depending on the route. We assess which banks are realistic for you, match you with vetted providers who prepare and walk your application through, and introduce digital platforms you can open remotely while the bank application runs.
Digital business account
Typically days, with complete documentsAirwallex · Wise Business · Aspire · Currenxie · Payoneer
Local traditional bank
Singapore: typically 2–8 weeks. Hong Kong: typically 6–12 weeksDBS · OCBC · UOB · HSBC · Hang Seng Bank · Bank of China (Hong Kong)
International bank
Typically 4–12 weeksHSBC · Standard Chartered · DBS Hong Kong
Examples, not endorsements. Approval is always the bank’s decision. Open a global account →
Singapore or Hong Kong?
Different hubs suit different strategies. Compare tax, setup speed, director rules and banking side by side — then take our 60-second quiz.
See the full comparison →How it works
Get informed
Read clear, independent guides on entity types, tax, banking and visas — no sales pitch.
Tell us your situation
Answer a few quick questions about your business, jurisdiction and requirements.
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We connect you with exactly 3 vetted local providers for a fair, side-by-side assessment.
Latest guides
View all →Paid-Up Capital in Singapore: How Much Do You Actually Need and When to Increase It
Paid-up capital Singapore: S$1 is the legal minimum, but banks, licensing and runway often need more. When to increase it, and how.
Incorporating in SingaporeSetting Up a Singapore Company as a UK Founder: Structure, Tax and Cost (2026)
Singapore company registration for UK founders: 2026 cost, the UK tax-residence and CFC traps, and what the UK–Singapore tax treaty actually covers.
Tax, Banking & MoneyAre Dividends Taxable in Singapore? The One-Tier System Explained for Foreign Shareholders
Are dividends taxable in Singapore? Not when a Singapore company pays them: the one-tier system makes them exempt for shareholders.
Independent by design
Most “free” incorporation advice comes from the firm hoping to sell you the service. We took the opposite approach. Expand With Asia earns your trust by staying neutral: we explain the landscape honestly across every jurisdiction, then introduce you to a shortlist of vetted providers so you can compare on a level playing field.
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