Register a Sole-Proprietorship or Partnership
Step-by-Step guide on registering a Sole-Proprietorship or Partnership
 

This is the same guide you downloaded in Step 8. This guide explains how to use BizFile to register. If you need to apply for licences and permits, you should use OBLS to register instead. Owners cannot be undischarged bankrupts, convicted of dishonesty offences, etc. Owners who are not ordinarily resident need to appoint a local manager. Make sure no one else has the same name. All businesses are classified in Singapore according to their SSIC Code. Premises must be approved for business use and cannot be P.O. Boxes. Sole-Proprietors and Partners need to ensure their Medisave contributions are up-to-date before registering. SingPass is a unique ID and password that lets you transact with the Government online. You need a credit card, cash card or eNets Debit. This guide explains how to use BizFile to register. You can find detailed instructions in the BizFile Guide you downloaded in Step 8. If you need to apply for licences and permits, you should use OBLS to register instead. See full list of Referral Authorities. This is the same guide you downloaded in Step 8. Learn more about licences and permits you may need. Rules you need to comply with to keep your business running.