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title: "Can a foreigner be self-employed in Singapore?"
description: "Yes, a foreigner can work for themselves in Singapore if they register their company with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Certain regulations and work visa requirements apply. You'll need a valid work visa, such as the Employment Pass…"
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updated: "2024-01-23"
category: "Register a company - For Foreigners"
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# Can a foreigner be self-employed in Singapore?

Yes, a foreigner can work for themselves in Singapore if they register their company with the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA). Certain regulations and work visa requirements apply.

You'll need a valid work visa, such as the Employment Pass or EntrePass, which are designed for foreign entrepreneurs who want to start and run a business in Singapore. This is subject to various requirements, such as hiring a minimum of one Singapore resident as a director or having a minimum amount of funding for your company.