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title: Can I establish a sole proprietorship and then apply for an EP to run my business?
description: No. MOM will only approve an EP for you to operate your business as a Private Limited Company as an EP holder.
url: "https://xerosoftglobal.com/docs/can-i-start-a-sole-proprietorship-and-apply-for-an-ep-to-operate-my-business/"
updated: "2024-01-23"
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# Can I establish a sole proprietorship and then apply for an EP to run my business?

No. MOM will only approve an EP for you to operate your business as a Private Limited Company as an EP holder.