A secretary handover should identify where signed originals are held, who is authorised to receive them and what is still missing. The company should be able to retrieve its own records after the service changes. Do not assume that a folder of PDFs proves every original has been transferred, or that changing the named secretary [...]

A registered office mail handover should cover physical letters, scanned copies and urgent notices, as well as the address update itself. Agree who will collect the last items at the outgoing address and who will act on new correspondence. A successful Bizfile address change does not, by itself, prove that all letters sent to the [...]

An officer appointment date mismatch should be investigated before anyone submits a fresh Bizfile update. Compare the signed appointment decision, the person’s acceptance and the filing acknowledgement, then document why they differ. The aim is an evidence-backed correction. Choosing the most convenient date can create a second problem and leave the company unable to explain [...]

Before answering the new ACRA CEO declaration, check who actually performs the chief executive role and whether the company records support the answer. ACRA’s annual-return guide flags the declaration as taking effect from 20 October 2026. Preparing the evidence now can prevent a last-minute query when the return is filed. A job title alone is [...]

EGM mechanics: resolutions, quorum and minutes, frequently asked questions. For directors and company secretaries managing ACRA compliance. Practical 2026 guide.

Drag-along, tag-along and shareholder agreements: Frequently asked questions. For directors and company secretaries managing ACRA compliance. Practical 2026 guide.

A practical FAQ guide to transferring shares in a Singapore private company: stamp duty computation, instrument of transfer, and ACRA filing steps.