Are Singapore companies required to have trademark registration?
No, but we recommend it if the company wants to protect its ideas and develop a brand-name.
- ® refers to a registered and protected trade mark pursuant to trade mark laws;
- ™ identifies the markused as a trademark by the owner and is not protected under trademark laws.
Are Singapore companies required to have customs registration?
No, not every company. You are required to register the company with the Singapore Customs only if your company engages in export, import or trans-shipment activities.
Are Singapore companies required to have copyrights and patents registration?
No, but highly recommended especially if your product or services are a game-changer in your sector.
What are the additional licenses and permits required for a Singapore company?
Depends on the kind of business activities your new company will engage in Singapore.
That’s why it is important to note that while for majority of the company incorporation is completed in just under a day, it may take more time if the company’s business activities include – running a private schools, travel agencies, liquor distributors, moneylenders, banks, childcare centres, importers/exporters, wholesalers and retailers of liquors etc.
In such cases additional licenses and permits will be required for successful incorporation.
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