Work passes, incorporation,
and corporate secretary services —
done right, on time, in Singapore.
Asprin is a Singapore boutique employment agency licensed by MOM and registered with ACRA. We pair concierge work-pass support with first-rate incorporation — often within 24 hours — and flat-fee corporate secretary services that save you money, protect your time, and keep every ACRA filing on schedule. Named specialist on every account. No more late filings.
Three areas of expertise. One filing standard.
Each service has its own dedicated page with packages, pricing, scenarios and FAQs. Pick the area that best serves your needs now. Or mix and match as your business grows.
Work Passes
Concierge EP, S Pass, Work Permit and Dependant’s Pass filings. COMPASS pre-scoring, Fair Consideration Framework requirement advisory, dedicated specialist from intake to IPA.
- EP, S Pass, WP, DP across MOM channels
- Single filing, quarterly retainer or embedded HR partner
- >90% first-submission approval since inception
Incorporation
Pte Ltd live on ACRA in days, not weeks. Lean tier closes in under 24 hours for local-shareholder setups. Standard handles foreign and corporate shareholders. Advisory tier for complex structures and ESOP at incorporation.
- Lean: under 24 hours when directors and shareholders are local
- Standard: 3 working days, foreign + corporate shareholders accepted
- Advisory: layered shareholder structures, multi-class shares, ESOP
Corporate Secretary
Flat annual fee covering every routine ACRA filing — Annual Return, AGM, directors’ resolutions, share transfers. Productised retainers with optional advisory hours when something complex lands on your desk.
- Lite, Standard, Plus retainer tiers
- Named qualified secretary on every file
- Switch from your existing provider — 50% off first year fees
Need multiple service packages?
Ask for a personalised bundle deal — we’ll scope your incorporation, work pass and corporate secretarial requirements together at a single rate.
Definitive answers to what hirers and founders actually ask.
These are some frequently asked questions from our clients, and answers are current as of 2026 Singapore regulations. We know you have more questions that need answers — speak with a specialist now.
Work Pass
What is an Employment Pass and who qualifies in 2026?
The Employment Pass (EP) is Singapore’s work pass for foreign professionals, managers and executives. The current minimum qualifying salary is S$5,600 a month for most sectors and S$6,200 a month for financial services. The threshold rises progressively with age — a candidate aged 45 or above must clear S$10,700 (most sectors) or S$11,800 (financial services). From 1 January 2027, the floor rises again to S$6,000 and S$6,600 respectively. Every applicant must also hold acceptable qualifications and pass the Complementarity Assessment Framework (COMPASS). Learn more on mom.gov.sg →
What is COMPASS and how does it score my EP application?
COMPASS (Complementarity Assessment Framework) is MOM’s points-based assessment for every Employment Pass application. It has applied to all new EP applications from 1 September 2023 and to EP renewals for passes expiring on or after 1 September 2024. Each filing is scored across four foundational attributes — salary benchmark, qualifications, diversity, and support for local employment — earning 0, 10 or 20 points each, with two further bonus attributes (skills shortage and strategic economic priorities) on top. The minimum pass mark is 40 points. The updated C2 qualifications list took effect 1 January 2026. Learn more on mom.gov.sg →
What is the difference between EP, S Pass and Work Permit?
The EP is for professionals at the minimum qualifying salary (currently S$5,600/month in most sectors, S$6,200 in financial services), the S Pass is for mid-skilled staff from S$3,300/month subject to quota and levy, and the Work Permit is for semi-skilled workers in construction, manufacturing, marine, process and services. EP holders carry no quota; S Pass and Work Permit applicants count against your firm’s sectoral Dependency Ratio Ceiling (DRC). Work Permits also carry source-country and dormitory rules. Learn more on mom.gov.sg →
What is the Fair Consideration Framework and does it apply to my hire?
The Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) requires Singapore employers to consider local candidates fairly before hiring a foreigner on an EP or S Pass. For most roles, you must first post the job on MyCareersFuture for a minimum of 14 days. Two notable exemptions: firms with fewer than 10 employees, and positions with a fixed monthly salary of S$22,500 or above. Firms with weak local-employment records can be placed on a watchlist, which slows or blocks future EP approvals. Asprin maintains the audit trail for every EP we file. Learn more on mom.gov.sg →
Incorporation
How long does it take to incorporate a Pte Ltd in Singapore?
A Singapore private limited company can be incorporated through ACRA in as little as one working day once name approval is granted. Asprin’s Standard incorporation package (S$850 S$489) delivers an operational Pte Ltd in three working days end-to-end, covering ACRA filing, constitution, share allotment and Corppass setup. Solo-founder Pte Ltds can take the Lean tier at S$350 S$199. A bank account through OCBC, DBS or UOB typically takes a further five to ten working days after the warm introduction. Learn more on acra.gov.sg →
Do I need a Singapore resident director?
Yes. The Singapore Companies Act requires every Pte Ltd to have at least one director who is ordinarily resident in Singapore — meaning a Singapore citizen, Permanent Resident, or EntrePass / Employment Pass holder with a residential address in Singapore. Non-resident founders typically use a Nominee Director service (from S$1,500/year, refundable deposit required) for the first 12 months while their own work pass is approved. Learn more on acra.gov.sg →
Can a foreigner incorporate a Singapore company remotely?
Yes. ACRA accepts electronically signed Constitution documents and verified passport copies, so a non-resident founder can incorporate fully remotely. The Pte Ltd still needs a Singapore resident director (commonly via a nominee service for the first year) and a registered Singapore address. Bank account opening is the slower step — some banks require an in-person meeting; OCBC and UOB increasingly allow remote KYC for straightforward cap tables. Learn more on acra.gov.sg →
How much do ACRA government fees cost on top of professional fees?
Standard ACRA fees for incorporating a Pte Ltd are S$315 in total — S$15 for name application plus S$300 for incorporation. The Annual Return filing fee is S$60 per year. Late lodgement penalties start at S$300 per breach. All ACRA fees are pass-through at cost on Asprin invoices, separately listed with original receipts attached. Learn more on acra.gov.sg →
Corporate Secretarial
What does a corporate secretarial retainer cover?
A standard corporate secretarial retainer covers all routine ACRA filings under the Companies Act: the Annual Return, AGM resolutions and minutes, directors’ resolutions, share allotments and transfers, statutory register maintenance, and updates to officers or registered address. Asprin’s Standard retainer is S$550 S$499/year flat, with no per-resolution charges; Lite at S$350 S$299/year covers solo-founder Pte Ltds, and Plus at S$1,250/year picks up Constitution rewrites, share buybacks and other non-routine work. Non-routine work like Constitution rewrites or share buybacks falls under the Plus tier. Learn more on acra.gov.sg →
Working with Asprin
How fast does Asprin reply to a new enquiry?
A named Asprin specialist acknowledges every new enquiry within the same business day during office hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm Singapore time). Initial eligibility scoping is delivered within 24 hours; a fixed-fee written quote within 48 hours. There is no obligation until the quote is signed, and no charge for the scoping work.
Quiet competence, measured in filings.
Corporate services experts since 2012. MOM-licensed employment agent.
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