What is an Annual Return in Singapore? (2026)
The annual return is a yearly filing to ACRA confirming a company’s key particulars — due within 7 months of FYE.
What information is in an annual return?
The annual return confirms the company’s current corporate particulars on public record: its directors and secretary, shareholders and shareholdings, issued and paid-up share capital, registered office address, and financial year end. Where required, financial information is included or referenced.
When and how is it filed?
A private company files its annual return within 7 months after FYE (5 months for listed companies) through Bizfile+. Late filing attracts a penalty of S$300, rising to S$600 for longer delays. It is separate from tax filings, which go to IRAS.
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I file the annual return late?
A penalty of S$300 applies, rising to S$600 for longer delays.
Is the annual return the same as filing corporate tax?
No — the annual return confirms corporate particulars with ACRA. Tax filings (like ECI) are separate and go to IRAS.
How is the annual return filed?
Electronically, through Bizfile+ — either by a company officer directly or, more commonly, by an appointed corporate secretary or filing agent.
Sources
- Your first year with a Singapore company: the 8 dates the owner must track personally
- The 7 pitfalls Chinese founders hit most when registering a Singapore company
- EP, nominee director, registered address: what expanding into Singapore really costs
This article is general information for Singapore corporate service providers, not legal or professional advice. Verify against the primary sources above and your own professional judgement.